What are the benefits of family mediation?
Family mediation is the quickest and cheapest way to resolve issues when a relationship breaks down. Although the meetings can be difficult, it is an empowering process as clients take responsibility for the discussions and decisions reached.
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​Family mediation offers numerous benefits, especially when compared to court proceedings.
Here are some key advantages:
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Cost-Effective: Mediation is generally cheaper than going to court.
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Time-Saving: It is quicker, helping to resolve disputes more efficiently.
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Empowering: Clients take responsibility for discussions and decisions, giving them ownership of the process and outcome.
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Emotional Benefits: Mediation provides a safe, neutral, and confidential environment, allowing clients to be heard and understood.
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Dignified Separation: It offers the opportunity to part with dignity and move forward positively.
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Child-Focused: Especially important if there are children involved, mediation ensures their welfare is a primary consideration.
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Better Relationships: Helps parents transition from living together to working together as co-parents, benefiting the entire family
The National Audit Office has reported that family disputes resolved through mediation are not only cheaper and quicker but also less acrimonious than those settled through the courts.