How does Mediation work?

• Couples who are separating, or have already done so, often meet difficulties which they find unable to resolve for themselves.
• They probably agree that the assistance of a third party may help them to solve these problems.
• They would like to find their own agreement, rather than have one imposed upon them by a Court.

Make a joint approach to a Mediator.

• Couples meet with the Mediator for a number of sessions to discuss the problems.
• To consider financial issues couples will complete a form disclosing financial circumstances.
• The Mediator will help couples to have open discussions and will summarise any proposals reached.
• The proposals will not be legally binding and the couple will be encouraged to seek advice from their own solicitors both during and at the end of the process.