How it works
iNITIAL ASSESSMENT
iNITIAL ASSESSMENT
iNITIAL ASSESSMENT
You may have heard or been told to attend a MIAM, which is a Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting. At the MIAM, you will see the mediator on your own (although you can bring someone for support if you wish).
The process of mediation and how mediation works will be explained. You will be able to discuss your situation, what happens
You may have heard or been told to attend a MIAM, which is a Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting. At the MIAM, you will see the mediator on your own (although you can bring someone for support if you wish).
The process of mediation and how mediation works will be explained. You will be able to discuss your situation, what happens next and what is expected of you. This meeting is also for everyone to assess whether mediation is appropriate.
Once both parties have attended a MIAM and everyone agrees that mediation is suitable, a joint session will be arranged.
subsequent meetings
iNITIAL ASSESSMENT
iNITIAL ASSESSMENT
This would have been discussed in your MIAM. These are joint sessions where you and your ex-partner or family member will meet with the mediator.
The number of sessions that are required is dependent on many things. However, it is estimated that for Child Only cases, it may require 1-3 meetings and for Property and Finance or All Issues (
This would have been discussed in your MIAM. These are joint sessions where you and your ex-partner or family member will meet with the mediator.
The number of sessions that are required is dependent on many things. However, it is estimated that for Child Only cases, it may require 1-3 meetings and for Property and Finance or All Issues ( both children and finance), 2-4 meetings.
The mediator is not able to give financial or legal advice. You can seek professional advice at any time. Remember, mediation is voluntary; it can be stopped at any time.
the outcome
iNITIAL ASSESSMENT
the outcome
When individuals conflict, it is hard to see how the outcome can be positive; however, if you commit to the mediation process, some resolution can be found.
Often, separating or divorcing couples want documentation that summarises the agreements that have been reached in mediation. Towards the end of mediation, the following documents can
When individuals conflict, it is hard to see how the outcome can be positive; however, if you commit to the mediation process, some resolution can be found.
Often, separating or divorcing couples want documentation that summarises the agreements that have been reached in mediation. Towards the end of mediation, the following documents can be prepared.
A Summary of Financial Information will be prepared if financial issues have been resolved. This is an "open" document, which means that it is a factual summary of the financial situation. This statement can be used in any financial application in court. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is a document created by the mediator that summarises all the proposals made.
Both these documents can be used to support communication and actions moving forward. However, if agreements can not be reached and a decision has been made to stop mediation, then the appropriate court forms can be signed to support an application to the court.