DIVORCE AND SEPARATION CENTRE
- BRIDGE HOUSE, 1 BRIGHTON ROAD
RH1 6PW REDHILL, SURREY
Phone: 01737 772 333
Fax: 01737 767 090
E-mail: Send messagewww.fml.uk.com
Short profile:
Mediation is an effective way of resolving disputes without the need to go to court. It involves an independent third party - a mediator - who helps both sides come to an agreement. Through a highly structured process our mediators will encourage you to make agreements about property and finance, communication and parenting issues. Written agreements can be made legally binding if required.
Mediation is effective because the mediator is independent and neutral. He or she is committed to helping the parties settle, but does not have a stake in the dispute or the outcome. Mediation is for couples and for partners who want a formal separation with maximum dignity and minimum trauma.
Mediation is not reconciliation. It is not about blame. Through mediation we help you to reach lasting decisions about your future – decisions about your life, your house and your money.
Detailed description:
At your first meeting with the Divorce and Separation Centre we will tell you if you are eligible for Legal Aid. If you meet the criteria then mediation is provided free of charge. It is important that you bring proof of your earnings and savings with you to your first meeting. There are allowable deductions which will be taken into consideration such as: Income tax and National Insurance contributions, Mortgage or rental payments, Costs for childcare and maintenance, Standard allowance if you are not working.
All the mediators at the Divorce and Separation Centre are recognised by the Family Mediation Council as qualified to carry out Mediation Information and Assessment Meetings. You can come to the meeting on your own or together with your separating partner, as you choose. In mediation the decisions are made by you.
The mediator’s responsibility is to ensure each of you are able to speak freely in coming to decisions that you both accept. In financial mediation you are normally asked to make full disclosure of all your financial facts, assets, liabilities and incomes before working out settlement proposals.
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