What is Mediation?
Mediation provides separating couples an opportunity to resolve matters amicably without the stress and cost of court proceedings.
What issues can you deal with in mediation?
The process can assist with a variety of issues arising out of relationship breakdown including;
- Financial issues relating to the family home
- The division of other assets.
- On- going financial support.
- Agreements over your children regarding perhaps whom the children will live, or the amount of time they spend with each of you.
How does it work in practice?
Meetings will be arranged based on your circumstances, so either separate or joint appointments can be made. If an agreement is reached then a “Memorandum of Understanding” is drawn up, for each party. This document isn’t enforceable in court but it will evidence your agreement in the event that there are ongoing problems.
Advantages of mediation
- More cost effective than court proceedings
- Less stressful
- Parties can arrive at their own agreement
- A quicker resolution of difficulties
