January is the most common time of year for relationship breakdown and separation. It is thought this is due to the stress of the holiday period and ‘trying to keep the peace’ through this time finally cracks. Of course, this year the covid-19 pandemic and prolonged lockdown periods have only increased the strain on many relationships and marriages.Family Mediation Week is a reminder to all family lawyers that this form of dispute resolution must be considered by all separating couples, and to ensure that more people are informed about its benefits.Here are some commonly asked questions about mediation:What is Mediation?Mediation is a voluntary process where the couple can discuss with a view to agreeing their arrangements (whether child or financial) in a safe space controlled...
