Mediation is a structured process through which parties in a wide variety of disputes attempt to find their own solution with the help of a trained mediator. Mediation is usually substantially cheaper and quicker than litigation. It is flexible and informal. The aim of mediation is to assist parties in reaching a fair and sensible resolution without the costs and stresses of contested court proceedings.

How mediation can help you

Mediation is not a form of counselling. The objective is to help you come to decisions on issues such as child care and financial arrangements. The role of the mediator is not to impose decisions on you, but to act as a neutral facilitator in your negotiations process.

As from 6^th April 2011 it became compulsory for the majority of couples seeking a divorce or separation to attend a mediation assessment meeting, the aim of which is to ascertain whether mediation is appropriate in your circumstances.

How Osbornes family solicitors mediators can help you

Our family law department has two trained mediators who can take you through the initial meeting as well as through the whole mediation process.

If you are considering exploring mediation you can contact Julian Beard or Mark Freedman who will be happy to help you.

To contact us:

• Fill in our online enquiry form

• Call us on 020 7485 8811.
  

Details of the whole family team are available on the family law teams’ page.

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