May 4, 2020 | Sarah's Blog
We are pleased to announce that our virtual quiz on Thursday evening was a success and some much needed fun was had by us all. Marie was a fantastic host and would make an excellent quiz master if she decides to change her vocation in life! We are...
Apr 7, 2020 | Family Law, Sarah's Blog
Following the announcement of the lockdown, we have been inundated with enquiries from our existing clients and new clients as to the effect that this will have on current child arrangements they have in place. Sir Andrew McFarlane provided guidance on the 24th...
Mar 30, 2020 | Family Law, Sarah's Blog
At Consilia Mediation we are able to offer our clients a fully comprehensive mediation service including online mediation. Online mediation has become more prevalent in the mediation arena following the Coronavirus crisis in a time where face to face sessions...
Mar 23, 2020 | Sarah's Blog
The situation at present is very uncertain and as a result of this many people have questions as to how family mediation can proceed. The traditional way to conduct mediation is on a ‘round table’ basis, face to face. Given the recent Government guidance this...
Mar 23, 2020 | Family Law, Sarah's Blog
Communication between separated parents is going to be put to the test in this current crisis as the schools closed on Friday. As a mediator and solicitor, I cannot stress to separated parents enough, how important co-parenting is especially at a time like this. We...
Mar 19, 2020 | Family Law, Sarah's Blog
The Lord Chief Justice made a statement on Monday as the government are appealing to cancel all non-essential travel. The question is – does this travel include your court hearings or is this essential travel? Lord Burnett of Maldon said it was ‘not...