Mediation and Collaborative Law

If, like most people going through a divorce or separation, you would rather avoid having to go to court if possible, then Mediation and Collaborative Law are options that you might like to consider.
 
Mediation
Is a method where specially trained mediators try to help you resolve disputes. A mediation expert will meet with you and your partner together and will identify those issues you can’t agree on and help you to try and reach agreement.
 
Mediators are neutral and will not take sides in any dispute. They are not advisors and will not give advice on your individual position to either of you and will usually recommend that you each obtain legal advice alongside the mediation process.
 
A confidential mediation clinic is available locally at Canterbury Christ Church University.
 
You can download a copy of our Mediation introduction/referral form from the bottom of this page.
  
Collaborative Law
The collaborative family law process is a relatively new way of dealing with family disputes.
 
Each person appoints their own lawyer but instead of conducting negotiations between you and your partner by letter or phone you meet together to work things out face to face. Your lawyer will be by your side throughout the entire process and therefore you will benefit from legal advice as you go. 
 
The aim of collaborative law is to resolve family disputes without going to court.
  
Please call us to see if mediation or collaborative law are best suited to your personal circumstances.
 

You do not have to use the Courts to resolve your dispute with your partner.

Our Resolution accredited family lawyers are committed to the constructive resolution of family disputes. They follow a code of practice that promotes a non-confrontational approach that considers the needs of the whole family - and in particular the best interests of any children.