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A judge has given Brad Pitt unrestricted telephone access to his kids.  Does this assume that they have not been able to speak when they, or he, have wanted to in the past? Juliette Dalrymple says: “This reflects the concerns shared with us by parents not being able to contact their children when they wish to, and vice versa.  We are often asked how, if telephone access is unrestricted, do you … [Read more...]

Family Matters is finding that an increasing number of people are returning to mediation after a period of time. Usually, this is to review a previous agreement and improve their communication, or where they previously attended mediation when emotions were running high and they have now calmed. Most recently, Lee and Angela came back to Family Matters after a previous mediation had broken down. … [Read more...]

It’s all change at Family Matters as the firm welcomes some new developments. Former managing director, Stan Angel, who has been with Family Matter since 2000, has decided he’d like to spend more time doing the things he loves – growing vegetables and canal boating. Family Matters will, however, continue to benefit from Stan’s knowledge and experience as he will work as a consultant, … [Read more...]

We are delighted to announce that Family Matters has maintained the HSSF (Help and Support for Separated Families) accreditation in 2018. This mark of excellence is for organisations that work with separated families. To maintain the award, Family Matters has had to demonstrate our ability to listen to our clients and show that we are a professional organisation, dedicated to continual review … [Read more...]

Family Matters is delighted to announce that Jane Smith has successfully completed the portfolio route to mediator accreditation and is now Family Mediation Council accredited.  Jane is now able to carry out legally aided and private mediations. Jane’s assessor commented “you have been very well supported by your professional practice consultant” and “this has been an excellent … [Read more...]