Family mediation
Family mediation is the process by which separating couples seek to reach agreement about what to do with their children, finances and property. Couples discuss these issues in the presence of a trained, independent third party - the mediator.
Family mediators do not make decisions. Their role is to help couples:
- co-operate
- resolve conflict
- reach joint decisions
- focus on the needs and feelings of any children
Mediation is different from reconciliation or counselling.
The benefits:
- generally quicker and less expensive than court procedure/litigation
- helps separating couples to communicate and co-operate to reach agreement
- less stressful and upsetting than going through the courts
- confidential
Contact Sharon Powell.
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