You fed up of fighting?
Unable to agree on child access?
Ex Partner refusing to comply with agreements?
Want to change your child’s surname?
Have you split from your partner?
Unable to see your children?
Ex wont pay fairly towards the kids?
Fed up of contact arguments?
Family mediation service is frequently used in divorce or separation cases where a decision must be made on the future of any children, assets, or finances owned by the separating parties.
A professional, impartial mediator will help divorcing couples find a resolution to their differences regarding children, finances, and other family-related matters through the process of family mediation.
To reach a compromise that benefits both parties, the mediator assists the negotiation.
Most of the time, attending a court hearing is not necessary in matters involving divorce or terminating civil partnerships.
The Court will nevertheless anticipate that parties will try mediation before asking the court to hear their case in situations where there are concerns about children and finances.
Family Mediation Birkenhead service can help couples to discuss the future without the need for the expensive legal fees or the litigation process.
Mediation is much easier if the two parties are willing to participate, plus it is an impartial process.
Unlike court processes that take a long time before making a decision, mediation can take a short time, especially if the couples are cooperating.
The process is also driven by the participants, meaning they can plan the session to fit into their busy work schedules without disruptions.
The situation in the court process is different as they have to follow the rules.
Conflicts are always stressful, especially if a third party will make the decision.
The mediation process is done through the partner’s efforts, and the agreements are reached through an unbiased discussion.
The process is conducted at a confidential, quiet, relaxing location.
Unlike the court sessions that are full of a public audience, mediation sessions happen in a private location where only the partners and the mediator are allowed.
The mediator is also not allowed to disclose matters discussed to third parties.
The divorce process is cheap because the parties can avoid the legal bills that people who choose the legal system pay.
Court or the cost of divorce can cost tens of thousands of pounds.
Family mediation Birkenhead starts from just £99.00 and rarely costs over a £1000 total for both parties.
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The agreements made in a family mediation Birkenhead process are easier for the parties to follow because no one is forced.
The solutions come from the couple’s arrangements, and hence they will be ready to fulfill their commitment.
Going legal or Litigation, on the other hand, may not come up with a judgement that favours both parties.
The greatest benefit of using mediation process as opposed to court process is that the process does not end with a loser and a winner.
The couples try to find solutions that work for both of them and the children involved in the divorce.
Some of the significant issues that need agreements include child custody, property, finances, pensions and the family house.
Mediation has a high focus on the children and ensures the well-being of the children involved in the separation.
Our mediators will always ensure that the child’s voice is brought on the table either directly or indirectly.
