Can I skip mediation and go straight to court?

1 January 2022

Jane-Louise Burrows
Mediation is an entirely voluntary process. In most cases, you will need to attend a Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting (MIAM) before issuing court proceedings. After the MIAM the mediator will issue a MIAM certificate which is required to accompany your application to court.
However, having discussed the process in the MIAM you may decide mediation is a better option for reaching a solution to your situation. In particular, you retain control over any decisions which are made rather than having them imposed by an unpredictable court decision.
17-21 January 2022 is Family mediation Week; an opportunity to learn more about family mediation, a process in which a professionally-trained mediator helps you resolve arrangements for children and finances which is mutually beneficial for you and your former partner in anticipation of or following separation.
To find out more visit
https://www.familymediationcouncil.org.uk/fmw/
At Fullers we are promoting Family Mediation Week by offering a discount of 10% on your mediation fees provided you arrange and pay for your first mediation meeting between 17 January and 29 January 2022.
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