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Mediation is a form of non-court dispute resolution and is a more informal method of finding a solution to a dispute. An identified mediator will work with a couple to help guide them towards an agreement over issues around the separation of their finances or in relation to their children. The mediator will have professional training as a mediator and may or may not also have legal training.
Matthew Booth who sits within our family team is a qualified mediator and can take on mediation cases at our offices. We also have a broad range of expert mediators that we work with frequently and that we can work with together with you.
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Navigating changes to your family structure requires specialist expertise, strategic thinking and a genuine understanding of your situation. At Payne Hicks Beach, our experienced solicitors are dedicated to protecting your assets, your family and your privacy while ensuring a fair and favourable outcome.
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Why Choose Payne Hicks Beach for Family Law?
Recognised by Chambers HNW (Band 1) and Legal 500 for specialist expertise, strategic advice, and handling of high-complexity cases. Our partnership of experienced family law specialists ensures you benefit from the best collective knowledge in the field.
We are proficient in all areas of family law from advising in relation to nuptial agreements, dealing with complex and often international financial remedies cases and are highly experienced in all aspects of family law relating to children including regulating arrangements for their care, domestic and international relocation and child abduction. No matter how challenging your circumstances may seem, our team has the experience and sensitivity to guide and support you through every aspect of the process.
High Net Worth family law cases often require input from other disciplines, including tax planning, wealth protection, business succession, reorganisation or creation of trust structures and property arrangements. As a multi-service firm we are able to offer comprehensive
We understand that privacy and discretion are of critical importance to our clients. As well as being seasoned litigators we are also highly experienced in all aspects of Non-Court Dispute Resolution including arbitration, mediation and private hearings. We are committed to ensuring your family’s privacy and reputation are protected throughout the process.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No. A mediator cannot impose a resolution upon the parties.
If you reach an agreement in relation to a financial matter then this will be converted into a Court Order. In relation to disputes over children matters it will depend on the circumstances on whether a court order is required – in some circumstances it will be possible to simply record the terms agreed in a Memorandum.
No. The content of mediation is confidential and any concessions made in mediation will not be referred to in any subsequent proceedings.
