Helping you to talk and work out solutions
The breakdown of any family relationship is upsetting and discussing the issues can be difficult. Mediation can help you to talk things through and sort out key issues. Both parties work with a Mediator who encourages negotiation and communication to help you reach an understanding about the future. They will make you aware of your options and help you talk about what matters to you.
A Mediator gives impartial guidance to both parties, to help you reach practical solutions which you feel are fair for both of you and your family. They are totally neutral and will not take sides. They do not give legal advice, though they can provide legal information to help you make sense of a situation.
Many couples involve a Mediator to help them discuss aspects of their divorce, separation or co-habitation, or to help them work through specific issues such as financial arrangements. Mediation can be the best way to discuss childcare arrangements, and it is reassuring for the children to know that their parents are working together.
Mediation can help you to avoid costly and lengthy court battles and reduces tension and hostility.
Within our Divorce and Family Law team, Janet Baines is a fully qualified Family Law Mediator.
Download our Mediation Information Sheet here.
