Services
What We Do
Family Dispute Resolution (FDR)
Family Dispute Resolution – An independent Practitioner who will assist families who are separated or are going through separation resolve some or all their disputes in relation to their child/ren and/or parenting matters.
Property & Financial Mediation
An independent practitioner to assist separated or separating couples to reach a resolution to the distribution of their property and/or financial assets and liabilities.
The family Law Act, 1975 (Cth) has a four-step process for property division:
- Identify and value ALL the assets, liabilities, and resources of the parties.
- Consider the contributions each party made throughout the relationship.
- Consider the future needs of each party; and
- Consider whether the proposed settlement is just and equitable.
~ To ensure that each party has a complete understanding of their responsibilities, obligations, and entitlements, we always recommend parties to seek legal advice prior to mediation. ~
Section 60I Certificate
In 2006, the Family Law system changed to require separating/separated parents who have a dispute regarding their child/ren to attend Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) and make a genuine effort to try to resolve the issue/s before applying to the family law court for parenting orders. If FDR is not successful, the Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner can issue a section 60(i) certificate allowing a party to make an application to the Australian Family Law Court. (Refer Family Law Act 1975 for definition).
A lack of communication breeds assumptions of what the other is thinking or feeling; and assumptions, more often than not, are incorrect.
Misty Lynn Walker
Benefits of FDR & Mediation
~ Protect your children from the impacts of separation and ensure the best interest for your child/ren is priority.
~ In comparison to other alternatives in resolving disputes; Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) & Mediation is a cost-effective way of helping separated families find a resolution without having to go to court.
~ The FDR practitioner will not offer any legal or expert advice, rather encourage both parties to find their owns solutions.
~ Each FDR/Mediation is facilitated by a Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner.
~ FDR & Mediation is private, and information shared with the mediator is kept confidential.
~ Reduce conflict and stress so you can move forward positively and with financial certainty.
~ Provide you with information and referrals.
Why FDR & Mediation?
~ Separating parents who can no longer communicate with each other effectively.
~ Separating partners who are having difficulty agreeing on property settlement.
~ Parents who want to review their previous parenting plan.
~ Family disputes involving extended family members – grandparents.
Prior to mediation taking place, it is required that all parties attend an intake & safety consult to determine whether Mediation is suitable.