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If you’re experiencing Family Law property disagreement, National Online MediationService provides you with a team of neutral and professional mediators to handle your dispute effectively and efficiently. By choosing our online family law property mediation service, we aim to help you save time, money and enable you to resolve conflicts without setting foot in a courtroom.
Most of our mediations are from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, and we also
service all regional areas, Australia-wide. We understand the importance of
convenience in a busy life, which is why our mediation sessions are conducted
entirely online, allowing you to participate from your home or office when it suits. For a collaborative, confidential and affordable approach to dispute resolution, contact our team today.
At National Online Mediation Service, you can expect the following during a Family Law Property Mediation:
To get started, reach out via our website or email now. We look forward to working with you and will offer support every step of the way.
There are a number of different models for mediation. Generally, the facilitative model is followed for parenting matters, and the evaluative model is followed for property matters.
There are also different types of mediation, such as joint, shuttle, co-mediation, and multi-party mediation. They can be done face-to-face (in person) or via electronic means (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, FaceTime and telephone).
The facilitative model works best for parenting matters. In the facilitative model, the mediator does not offer any legal advice or any opinions as to prospects. The mediator does not impose their view or make judgments. An agreement is formed when the parties reach their own agreement.
In the evaluated model, which is usually the method for property mediation, the mediator may, if need be, offer information as to the law and opinions as to likely outcomes. That will only happen if the mediator is a lawyer.
In both models, the mediator will assist the parties in exploring different options that they may not have considered. Our mediators will assist the parties in drafting agreements in legal terms.
The evaluative mediation model is very similar to the facilitative mediation model; however, our mediator will be a solicitor experienced in family law property and will provide guidance and assistance as to fair and appropriate steps and outcomes and likely outcomes if judicially determined. It is called the evaluative model because the mediator provides some value assessments during the process. Parties almost always find it very helpful to have independent guidance in property matters.
Yes, 100%. The participants, any participating lawyers and the mediator will all sign a confidentiality agreement. All discussions within the mediation are strictly inadmissible in court, with the exception of an obligation to report serious child abuse or threats of child abuse or threats of harm to another participant.
A parenting plan is not legally enforceable.
A Heads of Agreement for property signed by the parties is enforceable at law according to the case law.
Consent Orders for parenting and/or property become legally enforceable when sealed by a court.
A Binding Financial Agreement signed off by two solicitors is enforceable.
A Binding Financial Agreement or sealed Consent Property Orders are necessary for superannuation splitting or transferring property without paying stamp duty.
A Heads of Agreement can be translated into consent orders. We draft Heads of Agreement in legal terms to make them easily transferable.
Family Law Property Mediation is a much cheaper alternative to going to court or hiring a lawyer. It not only saves you valuable time and money, but it also keeps the process confidential. There are no public records or court documents filed, ensuring the result stays between you and the other party.
Mediation also helps promote open communication, leading to an improved understanding of each party’s perspective. This helps parties resolve the dispute at hand and can contribute to building better long-term relationships, reducing the likelihood of future conflicts.
Our family law property mediation service allows parties the chance to come up with creative solutions that might not be possible through a court process. Family Law Property mediation is not adversarial, unlike going through court—and the parties can have more control over the outcome of the dispute. By focusing on each party’s unique needs and interests, our mediators can facilitate tailored resolutions that bring satisfactory outcomes to all involved.
To find out more about how we can assist you, get in touch with National Online Mediation Service.
