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Child inclusive mediation: What it is and what it’s not

Child inclusive mediation: What it is and what it’s not

Child inclusive mediation (formerly direct child consultation) is not a new practice within family mediation however it has gained some momentum over the last few years.  At Consilia, we’re noticing an increase in enquiries about child inclusive mediation (CIM) from...
Parental Responsibility: What is it and who has it?

Parental Responsibility: What is it and who has it?

What is Parental Responsibility? The task of determining who has Parental Responsibility for a child can often be a complex area of law. Whilst it is assumed that both parents of the child will hold Parental Responsibility, this is not always the case. The need to...
Should I consider a Pre-nuptial Agreement?

Should I consider a Pre-nuptial Agreement?

The Beckham and Peltz wedding was the wedding of the year with designer dresses and A list celebrity guests. However, it wasn’t the wedding that got people talking but rather the pre-nuptial agreement nicknamed ‘the mother and father of all prenups. Prenups have not...
Child Contact during the School Summer Holidays

Child Contact during the School Summer Holidays

As the school year draws to a close and the summer holidays get ever closer, some separated parents may be worrying about how they are going to manage child contact arrangements over the 6-week break. During term time, it is generally much easier for parents to adhere...
Mediation Voucher Scheme Extended

Mediation Voucher Scheme Extended

In 2021, the end of the pandemic was in sight but the country then had to face enormous backlogs across the public sector, including the Family Courts. In an attempt to relieve some of the pressure on an already crumbling legal system, the Ministry of Justice launched...
How can we respect children in mediation?

How can we respect children in mediation?

How can we respect children in mediation? “Children are human beings to whom respect is due, superior to us by reason of their innocence and of the greater possibilities for the future.” Maria Montessori  It is crucial that in any mediation relating to children, the...