Mediation is a process whereby a separating couple meets with a neutral party who facilitates a balanced settlement.

This option is being chosen more and more by separating couples, as its' advantages over litigation, which results in a court imposed settlement, include lower lawyer fees and less animosity.

In mediation, both parties meet with me and we discuss the needs of each individual in terms of a parenting plan, if there are children involved, the division of assets, and support requirements.

When the couple comes to an agreement, our office drafts a Separation Agreement, which the rules of the Law Society require that each party take to his or her own lawyer for independent legal advice.

When a mediation session is booked, we provide a kit which includes information on how to present the relevant information that, I as a mediator, need to get started.