George and Sam came to mediation to talk about finances. They had been separated for eight years and had been trying to reach agreements through solicitors for five years. Sam had one boy from her previous relationship and they had a child together Joe, now aged thirteen years. Joe had originally lived with Sam but had moved to live with his dad following an argument with his Mum. She was … [Read more...]
Child Mediation Case Studies
Harry and Dorothy – Mediation about children in Birmingham
Harry and Dorothy came to mediation to talk about the arrangements for their son Noah aged eight. Harry and Dorothy decided to separate as he realised that he was transgender and wished to begin the process of gender reassignment. Dorothy is confused and angry and said Noah will be upset by his Dad becoming a Mum. In mediation Harry and Dorothy were able to talk about a process of explaining to … [Read more...]
Rachel and Isobel – Mediation in Bournemouth about house & children
Rachel and Isobel were married in 2014 following a long period of living together. They have two children together and have a house which they purchased together twenty years ago. They both have pensions and have savings. Rachel has moved out of the family house. They have decided to end their relationship as Rachel, an American citizen wants to return to live in the USA. She would like to take … [Read more...]
Amy and Jon – Mediation about children in Chelmsford
Amy and Jon came to mediation to talk about the arrangements for their child Hannah who was eight weeks old and to make decisions about their house. They also wanted to make decisions about maintenance for Hannah. Amy and John had lived together for ten years. They bought a house together using their joint savings and a loan from Amy’s parents. The house was in joint names although the mortgage … [Read more...]
John & Emma – Mediation in Derby about children
John and Emma came to mediation to talk about arrangements for their daughter Chloe (aged 2 years). Emma had moved out of the area with her new partner. John didn’t drive so transport was very difficult. Trust had broken down between them. … [Read more...]
