When the issues in question are as important as your children, wellbeing, or home, it is important that you are at the forefront of the decision-making process. Mediation is one of several alternative dispute resolution processes in family law which can provide a forum for both parties to negotiate their options and reach an agreed resolution.
In family law matters, strict time limits apply to commence property settlement and spousal maintenance negotiations. The time limits will differ depending on whether you were married or in a de facto relationship.
Once Orders about property or spousal maintenance or adult child maintenance are made, referred to as Financial Orders, they are legally binding on both parties.