Mediation IN-PERSON OR BY ZOOM 80% Post-mediation compliance:Parties are more likely to comply with mediated agreements (up to 80% compliance) vs. court-imposed decisions. 85% In Tennessee, approximately 85% of divorces and family‑law mediations result in a settlement during mediation rather than going to court. 73% Approximately 73% of mediation cases nationwide resolve in a single session, with most resolved within 2–4 session. 70%-90% Mediation is typically 70–90% less expensive than going to court. Most family matters can avoid thousands in legal fees. Many mediations occur and are concluded within 60–90 days, substantially faster than typical court litigation. Tennessee law requires most divorce and custody cases to go through mediation before a trial, with exceptions only in rare cases. Mediation Services Marital Dissolution Agreement (MDA) Parenting Plans Conflict Resolution Tennessee Family Mediation Services