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Child Mediation

Child Mediation

Mediation is a process that can help parents to come to an agreement setting out what time the child(ren) will spend with each parent.  This will include decisions about schools, GP’s, holidays, and special occasions. It also provides an opportunity for parents to...
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...
Considering a Child’s Voice in the Mediation Process

Considering a Child’s Voice in the Mediation Process

  Considering a Child’s Voice in the Mediation Process. Today is Day 4 of Family Mediation Week, and the focus today is on considering a child’s voice, rights and interests in the process. From my experience as a mediator, child-inclusive mediation is an...
Alternate Dispute Resolution, Arbitration

Alternate Dispute Resolution, Arbitration

  Alternate Dispute Resolution Covid 19 has forced all of those working in the legal sector to think outside the box and consider other means of assisting families to find a resolution at the earliest opportunity. Most people have heard of Mediation and how...
Mediation Week Conversations about Children

Mediation Week Conversations about Children

Day 3 – Conversations about Children As part of Family Mediation Week, Day 3 is raising awareness of the benefits of having a child’s voice heard within the mediation process. The aim of this is for parents to better understand and take into account their child’s...