Family Mediation Services & Court Certification
Constructive, legally sound pathways designed to protect children’s well-being and achieve equitable financial settlements without stressful court disputes.
MIAM (Mediation Information & Assessment Meeting)
The statutory court-mandated assessment required before initiating court applications for children or financial orders. Fast, confidential, and FMC-accredited.
Child Arrangements Mediation
Constructive, child-centred mediation to agree parenting schedules, living arrangements, holiday rotas, and schooling following separation.
Financial Settlements & Clean Break Mediation
Transparent, structured resolution of property, mortgages, pensions, savings, and maintenance following divorce or separation.
All-Issues Family Mediation
A unified, seamless mediation process resolving child arrangements, housing, and financial settlements together in one coordinated pathway.
Mediation vs Family Court Litigation
A factual breakdown of the differences between amicable mediation and contested court hearings in England.
| Aspect | Accredited Family Mediation | Contested Family Court |
|---|---|---|
| Typical Timeframe | 3 to 8 weeks | 12 to 18 months |
| Average Costs | £500 – £2,000 per couple | £15,000 – £40,000+ per party |
| Confidentiality | 100% Private & Without Prejudice | Conducted in court setting |
| Decision Maker | You and your former partner | Imposed by a judge or magistrates |
| Children’s Impact | Low-conflict, collaborative stability | High-stress, adversarial confrontation |
Mediation vs. Court Litigation Cost Calculator
Estimate statutory mediation fees versus contentious court litigation costs, factoring in the non-means-tested £500 Ministry of Justice voucher scheme.
Because your matter involves children, you are eligible for the non-means-tested £500 government contribution. We apply this deduction directly to your joint sessions.
Mediation preserves family capital for your children's future and avoids contentious courtroom hostility.
Data Verification & Statutory Disclaimer: Data verified & last updated: September 2026. Figures based on Ministry of Justice Family Mediation Voucher Scheme guidelines, Family Mediation Council fee standards, and HMCTS contested court statistics. Court litigation estimates exclude potential adverse cost sanctions under Family Procedure Rules Part 28.3. Figures provided for guidance; exact fees confirmed during individual MIAM consultation.
Nationally Accredited & Regulated Standards
Our certified mediators operate strictly under the codes of conduct established by the UK’s governing family mediation bodies.
Family Mediation Council (FMC)
Regulatory Standards & FMCA CertificationAccredited mediators qualified to issue and sign statutory MIAM court certificates (Form C100 & Form A).
College of Mediators
Approved Membership BodyDedicated to ethical standards, professional supervision, and rigorous continuous practice quality.
Resolution
Constructive Family ResolutionAdhering to the non-confrontational Code of Practice prioritizing the welfare and best interests of children.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear, authoritative answers regarding UK family mediation, court regulations, and costs.
If you have disputes regarding where children will live or holiday rotas, choose Child Arrangements Mediation. If your separation involves the family home, mortgages, pensions, or debts, choose Financial Mediation. If both areas need resolving, All-Issues Mediation resolves everything together at a reduced total cost.