According to data published by the Ministry of Justice, significant delays in the family court system means children involved in court proceedings are on average waiting up to 47 weeks, so almost a year, to find out who they will be living with long term and how much time they will be spending with the other parent.
Such delays enhance the uncertainty facing families following separation, and in some cases, are preventing parents from being able to see their children and leaving children left without the stability they need to thrive.
Family mediation offers an alterative way to resolve issues regarding arrangements for children therefore avoiding the detrimental delays and costs of court proceedings. Alexander & Co Solicitors LLP offer family mediation with their Accredited Family Mediator, Paul Richardson. Paul can facilitate discussions between parents ensuring that each of their views are heard with a view to reaching mutually acceptable outcomes for the children. This means that parents remain in control of all decisions for their children, rather than decisions being made by a court.
Alexander & Co Solicitors LLP is part of the Government’s Family Mediation Voucher Scheme where £500 is contributed towards the first session of mediation.
For any further information regarding family mediation please contact 01509 272 268 or email Paul Richardson at Paul.Richardson@AandCo.co.uk
