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What happens in mediation?
1. Each party will meet with the Mediator separately to assess the suitability of the issues and parties for Mediation.
2. If the parties wish to proceed they will be offered a series of Mediation Sessions.
3. If the issues involves finances, both of you are required to produce full details of your financial circumstances and assets you have such as savings, shares, property, etc and provide copies of statements, valuables, etc.
4. The Mediator will try to help you identify the important issues you need to settle and may provide information, strategies and options for you to consider along side your own ideas.
5. It may take several sessions (sometimes four or five) with the mediator to reach a position which both of you think is best. The Mediator may also suggest you take advice to help you come to a final decision in Mediation.
6. Financial proposals are checked by your own solicitor and each party is encouraged to have their own independent legal advice throughout the mediation process. The financial proposals can then be converted into formal binding Court Order or legally binding agreement if necessary.
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