Category: Family Mediation

World Book Day 2025 Thursday 6th March 2025

Today is International Children’s Day, it is a day when the world comes together to celebrate children but also to consider how their welfare can be improved and protected. This focus on welfare is exactly what legal practitioners and Judges up and down the country strive to do every day when making decisions about the arrangements for children. This is, however, often at arm’s length from the children themselves.

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Why Non-Court Dispute Resolution IS the Better Choice for Families

As we approach Family Mediation Week (27-31 January), it is the perfect time to reflect on the importance of mediation in resolving family disputes.  Mediation Week is held annually to raise awareness of the virtues of this settlement process, emphasising its role in reducing conflict, fostering communication, and achieving amicable solutions for families in crisis.  […]

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Is there a lack of knowledge and understanding about pre & post marital agreements in Family Law?

Recent research conducted by Handelsbanken Wealth & Asset Management reveals a significant knowledge gap surrounding the creation and implementation of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements among couples in the UK. According to the study, an overwhelming 89% of married or civil-partnered couples (c.22.7 million people) do not have a prenuptial agreement in place. This statistic highlights […]

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A Neurodiverse Perspective on Family Law: Understanding and Support in Challenging Times

Divorce and separation are inherently complex, demanding a clear understanding of legal frameworks and a compassionate approach to individual needs. This is especially true for neurodiverse individuals, who may experience heightened challenges navigating the emotional, social, and procedural complexities involved. Understanding the Concerns of Neurodiverse Clients Neurodiverse individuals often face unique anxieties and concerns during […]

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Why family mediation could be the best way to resolve your family disputes

There are many benefits to using family mediation as a way to resolve issues following a relationship breakdown.

It is usually the most cost-effective and shortest route to reaching an agreement, helping to keep the matter out of Court and allowing you both to move on from the relationship in the best shape possible. Mediation, alongside advice from a family law solicitor, is a great option for many couples.

We’ve helped many separating couples resolve their issues using mediation. Here are the top 5 benefits we’ve seen when couples engage in family mediation:

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What to expect from family mediation

Deciding what to do with your assets can be difficult and challenging for separating couples. Whilst some may consider Court to be the only option if you cannot agree, couples are being urged to consider mediation to settle disputes if it is appropriate. The Family Procedure Rules require couples to have attempted mediation (or another […]

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