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Family Mediation Information & NewsConfidentiality in Family Mediation: What You Need to Know
Family disputes are often fraught with emotion, tension, and uncertainty. Whether you’re navigating a separation, divorce, or child custody arrangements, the process can be overwhelming. One of the most significant concerns people have when considering family...
London Family Courts Reinstate Protocol to Manage Surge in Cases
In response to a surge in private law family cases, London's family courts are reintroducing a special prioritisation protocol, initially established during the pandemic, to manage the increasing workload more effectively. This move aims to address the growing...
Who Gets The Dog When You Separate?
When couples face separation or divorce, the question of who gets the dog can become as significant as child arrangements or property division. Dogs are not just pets; they are family members, and deciding their custody can be emotionally challenging. This blog...
The Financial Benefits of Choosing Mediation Over Court Battles
Family disputes, especially those involving separation or divorce, can be emotionally draining and mentally exhausting. Amidst the emotional turmoil, the financial burden of resolving these disputes often adds another layer of stress. Traditional court battles can be...
Study Exposes Severe Health Impacts on Women in Family Court Cases
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Manchester, in collaboration with SHERA Research Group and The Survivor Family Network, has revealed alarming health impacts on women involved in family court proceedings, particularly those who have accused...
Navigating Child Arrangements: How Family Mediation Makes a Difference
Going through a separation or divorce is never easy, and when children are involved, the emotional stakes are even higher. The process of determining child custody can be fraught with tension, misunderstandings, and sometimes, unfortunately, hostility. However, there...
Extended Delays in Family Court Cases Affect Thousands of Children in England and Wales
In England and Wales, tens of thousands of children are facing prolonged uncertainty due to extended delays in care proceedings and parental separation cases. According to data from the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), children removed...
Celebrating Success: How Family Mediation is Transforming Conflict Resolution – Evidence and Case Studies
Family mediation has become an increasingly preferred method of dispute resolution for families in turmoil. The reasons for this trend are multifaceted, encompassing a humanistic approach, financial benefits, and effective, sustainable outcomes. To understand why...
Understanding Child Inclusive Mediation: A Pathway for Child-Centred Family Resolution
Family disputes, especially those occurring amidst a divorce or separation, can be challenging for all involved parties. Amidst this turmoil, the impact on children can often be overlooked. The introduction of Child Inclusive Mediation (CIM) aims to shift this...
Breaking the Cycle: Mediation as a Solution for Family Conflict
Family conflict is a natural part of life. Disagreements, arguments, and tensions can arise between family members due to various reasons, ranging from differences in opinions and values to misunderstandings and unresolved issues. While conflicts within families can...
