In family law and dispute resolution, a Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting (MIAM) holds significant importance. A MIAM is an individual preliminary meeting to explore whether mediation could be an…
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Introducing your children to a new partner is a significant step that requires careful consideration and is often the subject of discussion in family mediation. The timing and manner of…
The Mediation Voucher Scheme is an innovative initiative designed to facilitate alternative dispute resolution (ADR) by providing financial support for families undergoing separation or divorce to help them address issues…
Mediation is a voluntary process by nature, which fundamentally distinguishes it from other forms of dispute resolution such as litigation or arbitration. The voluntary aspect of mediation is rooted in…
Financial disclosure is a pivotal aspect of the divorce process in the UK, ensuring fair and equitable settlements between parties. It involves both parties providing a comprehensive and accurate account…
At the end of a marriage or civil partnership, one of the things that have to be looked at is how financial questions are to be addressed. Typically, this will…
The President of the Family Division has issued the following guidance for parents deciding on child arrangements during the COVID pandemic. During the current Coronavirus Crisis some parents whose children…
Why would we need to conduct family mediation by Skype? I don’t think anyone would argue with the assertion that in any mediation, by far the best way of doing…
Whilst at Hampshire Mediation we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to take part in family mediation, nothing is more important than the safety of the participants. After that…
Who will be at a mediation session can be a source of uncertainty and distress at a time when a participant who is preparing for mediation – be it family…
