Mediation is a more relaxed and cost effective way of settling a dispute outside of court. Mediation can avoid expensive fees & costs that come with litigation. Mediation between separating couples is becoming more popular as an alternative to court.

There is no set arrangement for mediation as every party participating in mediation is different to the next. The mediator will decide on a process that best fits the situation of the parties. However, mediation will usually involve the following steps:

1. The mediator will introduce all the people attending and ask everyone to agree to a process to be followed or some ground rules.

2. The mediator will give each party a chance to explain what they think the problem is.

3. The mediator will help the parties to discuss the problems they have described.

4. The mediator may take time to talk to the parties separately and/or give the parties time to talk to their lawyers or support people.

5. If the parties can come to an agreement, the mediator will help them decide if or how they want it recorded.

Call us today to help and assist you for mediation as the assistance and knowledge of our lawyers will help you get the best result in your mediation and family dispute resolutions.