Parenting Arrangements
Resolve your parenting arrangements including custody, contact, specific issues, child support and relocation.
Mediation For Families
Leading Brisbane Family Law Mediation Specialists
A private service for families seeking respectful, out-of-court solutions to parenting and property disputes.
Backed by 25+ years of Family Law & Mediation experience.
What we do
We help families move forward with clarity, not conflict
Whether it’s child custody arrangements, family law property settlements, or spousal maintenance, our structured Brisbane family mediation process delivers real results—backed by a 90% success rate. Our Mediators are Lawyers and Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners authorised to issue S60I Certificates.
Section 60I Certificates
We can issue S 60I Certificates if you need to go to the family court and obtain a Parenting Order.
Property Settlement & Finances
Can’t agree on your property settlement? – mediation helps you reach agreement about your property, your home and your super – today and for tomorrow.
Consent Orders
We draft Parenting Plans, Child Support Agreements, Binding Financial Agreements and Consent Orders – all at an affordable fixed fee.
Why Mediate
Because 85% of cases settle – without going to court or big legal fees
Control
You decide what’s best for you and your family – not a judge. Be heard, have your issues addressed, negotiate, explore options for settlement & make your own agreement.
Affordable
Family mediation is affordable and you don’t always need a lawyer. Average court costs per party are $50,000 – average mediation costs per party are $2,500.
Quicker
You get to resolve your dispute in a matter of days – not months. Don’t wait up to 18 months to get your dispute heard at a Brisbane family court.
Confidential
Mediation is confidential unless exceptions apply. Court proceedings are in public. You can negotiate, safe in the knowledge that you can speak without repercussion.
Compulsory
Need a Parenting Order – you must attend family dispute resolution (mediation) unless exceptions apply. If you don’t, you could be ordered to pay your ex-partner’s legal costs.
Positive Co-Parenting
Mediation improves communication between you and your ex- partner promoting, positive co-parenting.
Our Process
5 Easy Steps to Mediate
1
Contact Us
Call and speak to us for your free 15-minute consult.
2
Intake Session
The intake session usually lasts for up to an hour and is conducted by telephone or online. Anything that you tell the Mediator is confidential and will not be discussed with your ex-partner without your consent.
During the intake session the Mediator will:
- explain how mediation works
- explain the benefits of mediation
- find out what issues are important to you
- find out how you see your dispute resolving
- find out whether it’s right for you
- explain the likely costs &
- explain any other options available to you
3
Invitation to Participate
Once we have conducted an intake session with you, we will contact your ex-partner and invite him/her to participate in the mediation process.
If there is an agreement to mediate, we will have an intake session with your ex-partner as outlined in Step 2.
4
Mediation Session(s)
If your matter is suitable for mediation, a date and time will be arranged for the mediation.
Mediations are conducted at a range of Brisbane locations.
Mediation usually takes place face-to-face but you can choose to have mediation:
- in the same room
- in different rooms (shuttle mediation)
- online or by telephone
- with a lawyer (lawyer-assisted mediation)
During the sessions the mediator will:
- listen to your concerns
- make sure you and your ex both have a chance to speak
- discuss what your options are and tell you when you might need further help (for example legal or financial advice)
- ensure you make decisions together that are in your children’s best interests
The number of sessions that you may require depends on a number of factors including:
- the number of disputed issues
- the complexity of the dispute
- the attitude that you and your ex-partner bring to the mediation
- how prepared you and your ex-partner are for the mediation
5
Agreement
If you both reach an agreement the Mediator will write down the details in a document known as Heads of Agreement. A Parenting Plan can also be drafted, however neither are legally binding.
If you or your ex prefer to make your agreement legally binding, we can draft a consent order or binding financial agreement, cost effectively. This can be useful if your arrangements are long and complex or you think you need a more formal agreement with your ex-partner.
In parenting matters, if agreement cannot be reached, at our discretion we will issue a S60I Certificate.
About Us
We are a family law mediation practice that focuses on reducing conflict & helping you make your own decisions about the matters that mean the most – your children your property and your future.
85%
of cases settle without going to court
$2,500
average mediation cost per party
25+
years as a family lawyer
Our mediation practice is based in Brisbane and was established to help separating couples reach parenting arrangements and property settlements, without the emotional and financial impact of court proceedings.
Encouraging communication, reducing conflict and achieving long – term positive outcomes for separating couples, is our key objective.
Through mediation, we can help you negotiate your own agreement with your ex-partner and even draft your agreement – either as a parenting plan or a legally binding consent order or binding financial agreement.
We have helped many families, achieve positive outcomes for their children, creating a future in which they can thrive.
Why Choose Us
Experienced
Our principal mediator has 20 years of experience working as a family lawyer in Australia & in the UK. Previous appointment as Civil Mediator with Queensland Civil & Administrative Tribunal.
Affordable
Please see our fees page for current prices.
Approachable
We understand the emotional and financial impact that separating couples face. We aim to put you at ease from the moment you get in touch right through to settlement.
Flexible
Mediations are conducted face to face, via telephone, or video conferencing.
Connected
We have established connections with counsellors, financial advisors and experienced family lawyers who can assist you through the process.
Service Standards
Mediations are conducted in accordance with the Practice Standards for mediators under National Mediator Accreditation Standards and the Attorney General’s Regulation of Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners Regulator Performance Framework. This ensures that you receive a quality mediation service at all times.
Customer Testimonials
What families say after mediation
★★★★★
Such a smooth process
“That went so much smoother than I ever imagined. I can’t thank you enough. You assisted me with slowing down and thinking first. Smooth and fair.”
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Lets Talk
Speak to our Accredited Mediator for your free 15 minute consult without obligation.
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