Mediation
Mediation involves families in conflict working out arrangements for themselves and their children with the help of a neutral and skilled mediator.
The aim of mediation
The aim of mediation is to reach an agreement that is mutually acceptable to the parties within the broad range of that which a court would be likely to approve.
How long does mediation take?
Each mediation session usually lasts two hours. The number of sessions needed depends on the nature of the problems – generally, 3 to 6 sessions are necessary. The charges for mediation sessions are payable at the end of each session. Responsibility for payment of mediation fees may be shared between the parties in any way they may agree.
What problems can be
brought to mediators?
Any or all of the problems that arise when couples split up can be brought to mediation.
- Listens to both parents and helps the them come to a decision
- Arrangements concerning the children eg. drawing up a
parenting plan and care arrangements - Property and financial matters
Who mediates?
A trained, experienced and accredited mediator can meditate on his/her own. Mediation in the divorce/separation/child-related field may be most effectively and ideally dealt with by two mediators who work together as a team: one an experienced family lawyer and the other an experienced professional trained in marital and family work, usually a psychologist or a social worker.
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