When relationships break down, emotions run high. Talking face-to-face can seem like the hardest thing to do. Sometimes, you need a hand to help get the talking started and focus on what really matters to you. That's where mediation comes in.
Mediation is a process to help couples who have decided to separate or divorce to talk things through. Mediators are trained to help you reach agreement about how to make the best arrangements for the future. This may be about the way the children are cared for, or how the finances will be organised.
Bringing Real Benefits
Mediation eases the pain of family breakdown because it:
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Reduces tension and hostility.
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Helps you make informed decisions that are right for your circumstances.
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Keeps communication channels open.
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Saves the cost of expensive court battles.
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Helps children by showing parents working together to resolve issues.
What makes "Amicable Divorce" mediators special is that they are also qualified and practising solicitors who understand the law as well as being trained in mediation skills.
Mediation works like this...
Mediators give impartial guidance to help you understand what matters to you, and to make your own choices about the best way forward. They will help you reach practical solutions which feel fair for both of you, and your family.
You will probably have a number of sessions together with the mediator - five or six one or two hour sessions is not uncommon - to help you reach agreement.
You still have a solicitor and consult him or her at any time, to take independent and partial advice on what is best for you.
When you are both content with the decisions you have reached, your proposal is then approved by your solicitor who completes the legal formalities.
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Other Lawyer Mediators may be found through the Resolution website or the Family Mediators Association website |
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