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Some helpful information to get you started or help you along the way in your legal journey.
WATCH: What is mediation and how will it help my separation?
Put simply, mediation is the opportunity to have a safe and constructive negotiation facilitated by an independent person – the mediator. Family Lawyer & Mediator,
WATCH: Are our agreements in mediation legally binding?
One of the most common questions we are asked from parents who are looking to engage in mediation is: will our final agreement be legally
What is a 60I certificate and how do I get one?
In family law proceedings, it is a requirement in parenting matters that you obtain a 60I certificate before you commence proceedings. A Section 60I certificate
My partner has breached the order – Do I need to go to mediation?
There are certain circumstances where mediation is required and other circumstances where an exemption is possible. One of the circumstances where an exemption is possible
Is a shuttle mediation effective to resolve family law matters?
In days gone by mediations used to occur in one big boardroom with a mediator down one end and each party and their lawyer on
Mediation and family violence
Do you have to attend mediation if there is a protection order in place? This is a question we are often asked because parties feel
Are you ready for mediation? When is the best time to mediate.
When you separate from your partner, it might be that you are keen to get into a mediation as soon as possible to try and
What is the process to arrange a mediation?
The process involved in arranging a mediation will very much depend upon whether you have a lawyer assisting you or not. It is not a
What is the role of a mediator?
When you have decided that mediation is appropriate for your matter and you have prepared and are ready to attend at mediation, it is important
How do I prepare for mediation?
Regardless of whether your dispute is a property dispute or parenting dispute, or both, it is important that you take steps to prepare for your
Do I need to bring a lawyer to mediation?
There are different types of mediation and not all of them require a lawyer to attend. In some circumstances, however, it may be helpful for
What happens at mediation?
When you and the other party agree to attend mediation there are a number of processes which remain the same regardless of which mediator or
