Mediation

Mediation plays a significant role in family law matters in Australia, particularly when parents separate or divorce. One of the most common questions we hear at Hickman Family Lawyers is, “Do you have to go to mediation before family court?” The short answer is — in many cases, yes. Mediation is not only encouraged but […]

Separation and divorce can be one of the most emotionally and financially challenging experiences a person will go through. There are not only the immediate emotional impacts to deal with, but also important decisions around children, property, finances, and living arrangements. These matters can quickly become contentious — particularly when communication breaks down. Family mediation

We’re excited to share that Ella was recently interviewed by Perth mediator Lisanne Eriks for her podcast ‘Conversations to Cut the Conflict’. Lisanne and Ella discussed why she advocates for many of her clients to avoid going to Court for their divorce, and rather use tools like family mediation to settle their financial and child

If you’re starting the divorce process, you might be wondering if you should hire a family mediator or a family lawyer. It’s a common dilemma amongst divorcing couples and can be a bone of contention as well, if one party wants to mediate and the other party would rather go through the Family Court system.

Family Dispute Resolution, (FDR) or mediation, is one of the most efficient and successful processes in Australia, assisting divorcing couples to resolve their disputes and negotiate a fair and just settlement that they can both live with. FDR practitioners can assist in all financial and parenting matters. What Is Family Dispute Resolution? Unlike a Court

As family lawyers in Perth, we deal with divorce on a daily basis. Here are just 6 reasons from our team on why mediation is the best way to divorce. It’s Quicker There can be no doubt that mediation is by far the quickest way to divorce. Unlike going through the courts, which can take

When it comes to myths about family mediation, our team of family lawyers in Perth has really heard it all. Family mediation can be one of the most effective and affordable ways to finalise your divorce settlement, so we’re going to bust 9 myths about family mediation today, and help get you on your way

One of the questions our family lawyers in Perth are often asked is ‘how does family mediation work?’. In this post, we’ll explain everything you need to know about how family mediation works and what happens after your mediation too. What Is Family Mediation? Family mediation is an exceptionally effective voluntary process to help divorcing