Our service
North Downs Family Mediation service is built on an ethos of accessibility, affordability and fairness ensuring every client is valued and treated with equal importance.
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We believe mediation should fit around real lives, and recognise that financial strain is often part of separation and divorce. We therefore offer affordable, competitive fees and flexible appointment times that are convenient for our clients. We are also part of the Government Mediation Voucher Scheme. This provides funding for families using mediation for issues relating to child arrangements.
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With fully accredited and experienced mediators who genuinely listen, we provide a calm, confidential, and supportive space where separating couples can resolve disputes with dignity and respect. Our experienced mediators work with compassion, understanding, and efficiency, remaining impartial at all times while being responsive to each client’s individual circumstances.
We have an in depth understanding of all financial circumstances ranging from how best to share complex assets, to the situation where it is difficult to cover all needs with limited income and assets.
We specialise in helping parents focus on the needs and the interest of their children to minimise the effect of separation and divorce. We have an experienced Child Inclusive Mediator for situations where parents would like their children’s voices to be heard directly.
We have many years of experience of high-conflict mediation which often includes shuttle mediation when face to face communication is likely to be unproductive or unsafe.
Each mediation session is tailored to every unique situation, enabling our clients to make informed decisions and move forward with confidence.
We focus on practical solutions, helping our clients to communicate more effectively and reach fair agreements without the stress, cost, and conflict of court proceedings.
We ensure that every client feels informed, supported, and confident in the decisions they are making.
Throughout the process, as issues are explored and agreements take shape, we provide clear guidance supported by practical information and comprehensive documentation after each session.
Our team
Our team are all members of the Family Mediation Council and the College of Mediators. Our mediators are all FMC accredited.
Mediator
Cathy has more than 12 years of mediation experience. Her calm and thoughtful approach helps families navigate difficult transitions.
By understanding the unique concerns of each family, she prompts parents to explore child arrangements in a constructive and practical way and skilfully guides clients through discussions about financial matters.
She aims to ensure clients feel heard, respected and supported.
Mediator
Joanne previously worked as a solicitor specialising in Family Law. Since 2015, she has worked as a mediator, focusing exclusively on Family Mediation since 2017.
Joanne brings sensitivity to a wide range of issues and circumstances. She is experienced in helping clients navigate both financial settlements and child arrangements. She has a warm, approachable manner and combines empathy with professionalism to help clients reach agreements.
Child Inclusive Mediator
Dr Lesley Saunders
Get in touch to arrange a confidential MIAM. We’ll listen, explain your options and help you decide whether mediation is right for you.
