To find out more about how mediation works and whether it would be helpful for you, please call or email to book a free phone consultation. The call will last up to 30 minutes and can be a useful way of finding out more about the process, cost and time frames.
This is a free service.
Anyone considering an application to the family court will be expected to attend a Mediation Information and Assessment meeting (a MIAM). A MIAM will usually take about an hour and you attend this initial meeting on your own to discuss your individual circumstances. It is a confidential opportunity to consider what options are available w
Anyone considering an application to the family court will be expected to attend a Mediation Information and Assessment meeting (a MIAM). A MIAM will usually take about an hour and you attend this initial meeting on your own to discuss your individual circumstances. It is a confidential opportunity to consider what options are available when dealing with a separation and whether mediation would be a suitable alternative to solicitors or attending court.
A one hour MIAM costs £125.
Once both parties have attended a MIAM, you will be able to schedule a joint mediation session. Sessions will usually last 1.5 hours and will deal with all of the issues that you and your ex are facing. In particular, arrangements for your children and the financial arrangements post-separation. The number of sessions required depends on
Once both parties have attended a MIAM, you will be able to schedule a joint mediation session. Sessions will usually last 1.5 hours and will deal with all of the issues that you and your ex are facing. In particular, arrangements for your children and the financial arrangements post-separation. The number of sessions required depends on the number of issues to consider, but usually agreed proposals can be reached within 3 - 5 sessions.
Joint mediation sessions are charged at a £140 per hour, per person. Full cost details are available in our FAQs.