Family Matters News

The first meeting is for you on your own. At this meeting the mediator will be able to explain how mediation can work and what could happen. Referral or initial phone call. Inidividual meeting to discuss how mediation can help you (otherwise known as a MIAM - mediation information and assessment meeting). Mediation meeting. … [Read more...]

At the individual meeting it is important to bring your financial details so that we can find out if you are eligible for publicly funded mediation. If not, we will explain the potential costs before going any further. Use the eligibility calculator to find out if you are eligible for legal aid for mediation. Fees for Mediation If you are not eligible for Legal Aid, our fees can be found … [Read more...]

Divorce and separation present difficult times and those affected often don't know where to turn. Below you will find details of some of the resources and information we think you will find useful both for yourselves and your children. These resources may be helpful whether or not you decide to proceed with the mediation process.  They  provide information about the next steps and sources of … [Read more...]

Mediation offers a neutral place to meet and a trained independent mediator, who will give you the opportunity to discuss your options and to reach agreements which you understand and make sense. … [Read more...]

The central referral point is Doncaster. We have local offices in each of the areas we work in so you will be offered an appointment near to you. Find out where we mediate. … [Read more...]