Family Mediation
Family Mediation is used to resolve living arrangements disputes for children after the Parents have decided to separate. Parenting Plans are drawn up so all parties have clear directives and information on where and when the children reside, who they spend time with, education issues, health issues, etc. Property settlements can also be arranged through Mediation. This way solicitors and courts are avoided, costs are kept down and disputes are resolved quickly to prevent any escalation of conflict that usually comes with courts and solicitors.
Mediation is also effective in many workplace situations and calms an escalating problem so all parties can reach a new level of acceptance and understanding. Karen is a Registered Mediator with the Australian Attorney General’s Department.
Mediation is a fast, inexpensive and a non-conflictual way to resolve issues. Results are achieved without the expense and time of solicitors and court. Just contact Karen to enquire about how you may be helped with Mediation.
The Attorney General’s Department has ruled that couples Must go to mediation prior to any court, this way it is expected that couples stay away from the expensive, drawn-out court system and resolve their issues quickly and for a few hundred dollars instead of spending tens of thousands in family court. Property settlements can also be completed in the mediation process.
Karen is a Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner with the Attorney General’s Department. Please contact her for help with your separation matter.
There are many applications where Mediation is advantageous including between family members, work colleagues and couples.