What is a Child Arrangements Order during divorce or separation
When parents separate or divorce, often one of the most important and emotive aspects of the separation is in relation
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Disagreements sometimes arise between couples or within families that seem hard to resolve. It might be connected with financial issues, a separation, or even the family business. Our experienced mediators can help you reach an agreement without the need to go to court.
Coming to an amicable agreement is less stressful than going through the court process, and it also puts more control in your hands. Decisions are made with your agreement, rather than being imposed by a judge. Mediation is usually less costly and a faster process than going through the courts.
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Our family law team has experts who are both experienced mediators and qualified solicitors. We’ll listen closely and sympathetically to both sides of the argument and help you reach a conclusion that’s best for everyone involved. We also offer a mediation service for couples who want to divorce.
Tees is a full-service top-tier Legal 500 firm. We’ll support you in all areas of family law from divorce mediation to court appearances, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. We can also help you solve issues through family mediation.
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Our family mediation legal team can help you with the following:
• Marital disagreements
• Separations
• Child custody
• Finances
• Probate issues
• Conflicts within a family business
If you are married and considering divorce, our mediators also offer divorce mediation.
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We have a team of in-house independent financial advisers who work closely with our lawyers to deliver all the advice you need. Our IFAs are regulated and authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority, which means we are accountable for all the advice we give.
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When relationships break down, disagreements about children, finances and the family home can quickly become stressful and expensive. Family mediation offers a calmer, more constructive alternative to court, helping separating couples work through difficult decisions with the support of a neutral professional.
In this guide, we explain how family mediation works, when it may be appropriate, what the process involves and the benefits it can offer families. Read on to discover how mediation can help you reach practical agreements while reducing conflict, time and cost.
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Family mediation is a voluntary process where an independent mediator helps separating couples resolve issues such as divorce, finances, and child arrangements without going to court. Mediation in England and Wales often forms part of the legal process before court proceedings are started.
At Tees Law, mediation is provided by experienced solicitor-mediators.
A solicitor-mediator is a qualified family law solicitor who is also trained as an accredited mediator. This means they can provide accurate legal information during mediation and explain how the courts in England and Wales are likely to approach specific issues.
Yes. A solicitor-mediator must remain impartial and does not act for either party. Their role is to facilitate discussions fairly and help both participants reach informed, workable agreements.
A mediator cannot give legal advice to either party. However, a solicitor-mediator can provide general legal information and explain court procedures, helping discussions remain realistic and focused.
Yes. Solicitor-mediators are well placed to help with complex financial matters such as pensions, business interests, bonuses, RSUs, and trusts. This can make mediation more effective and reduce the risk of future disputes.
Yes. Mediation can help parents agree arrangements for their children, including living arrangements and time spent with each parent. Mediators focus on reducing conflict and promoting the child’s best interests.
Agreements reached in mediation are not legally binding until formalised. A Memorandum of Understanding can be converted into a consent order and approved by the court in England and Wales.
In most cases, you must attend a Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting (MIAM) before applying to court, unless an exemption applies.
Tees Law offers legally informed mediation delivered by solicitor-mediators who combine empathy with practical expertise, helping families reach clear, sustainable outcomes.
