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The school holiday season can be stressful enough for separated parents. In this article, we will discuss how to best

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When a relationship or family situation changes, disagreements can understandably arise — whether about finances, arrangements for children, probate matters, or even conflicts within a family business. Family mediation offers a calm, structured environment where those involved can talk openly, explore solutions and make informed decisions about the future.
Mediation takes place once a relationship or family dynamic has broken down; it is not counselling or therapy. Instead, a trained family mediator guides discussions in a neutral, compassionate and non-judgmental way. They help you work through sensitive issues, from dividing assets and resolving estate or inheritance concerns, to agreeing the best way forward for a family-run business. This approach encourages cooperation, reduces conflict and can ease the emotional and financial strain often associated with court proceedings.
As family mediation lawyers, we also ensure you understand the legal context of your discussions. This means the agreements you reach are realistic, fair and capable of working in practice, giving everyone involved greater clarity and confidence for the future.
For many families or couples, working with a mediator can help to resolve issues in a more constructively way. At Tees the family law department includes people who are both experienced mediators and also highly qualified and experienced solicitors.
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Tees is deeply committed to their clients and the family team at Tees is led by dedicated and committed partners whose professionalism percolates through the whole department.
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If you are married and considering divorce, our mediators also offer divorce mediation.

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