How I Can Help
Whether you are just starting to consider mediation or ready to begin joint sessions, I offer a clear, step-by-step process designed to help you reach agreements that work for your whole family. Serving Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire.
MIAMs
A Mediation Information Assessment Meeting is the first step — a confidential one-to-one conversation about your individual circumstances.
Anyone considering an application to a family court is required to attend a MIAM, giving you the opportunity to explore agreed solutions without the stress and expense of court proceedings. It is completely confidential and allows you to consider all options regarding decisions over your children and property.
£120 · One hour session
Joint Mediation Sessions
Once both parties have attended a MIAM, the next step — when you feel ready — is to arrange a joint mediation session. These usually last 90 minutes, giving you time to talk through all the issues you are facing in a calm and neutral setting.
The number of sessions required depends on the issues to consider, but agreements are typically reached in 2 to 4 sessions.
£130 per person · Per session
Lasting Agreements
Once you have made decisions and assessed your financial needs and both parties are in agreement, I provide two documents: a Memorandum of Understanding and an Open Financial Statement.
Should you wish, your solicitor can use these to generate a legally binding consent order.
£150 per person · Per document
