Sue Thomson Solicitors / Mediation

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Sue Thomson Mediation

Mediation was first a suggestion from the Family Court and then a requirement for all parties before progressing your matter to a final trial. Initially Sue was sceptical about mediation, about the added expense and non-legal nature of the process. After all, the parties have separated because they cannot agree. But Sue is now a convert. First hand she has seen time and again, the ‘magic’ of mediation. Matters that were so polarised, manage to reach agreement. Even if agreement is not reached on all issues, it can limit the issues and reduce the necessary Court time and expense.

Child Issues Following Separation

Mediation is about you, not the lawyer. You get to speak to you ex-partner and what is even better, is s/he has to listen to you. Imagine that. For maybe the first time, your ex has to sit quietly while you say all those things you have always wanted to say. Of course, when it is his/her turn you also have to sit and listen. It is not about reuniting and rekindling your relationship. When children are involved its about being able to talk together about what they need, your grievances being heard and understood so you can talk together in the future. Every family is different. Don’t let someone impose a one size fits all regime on your family.

Commercial Mediation

Sue Thomson is not an arbitrator. But she is a nationally accredited mediator. There is a difference and if you are not sure, call and speak to her about whether she can help in your particular dispute.

Mediation allows the parties in dispute to get together and try and reach a commercial, rather than perhaps just a legal solution in the fastest possible time. Time is money in business and your relationships with others in the industry can make or break your business.

Family Law Property Disputes

So you have separated from the love of your life? Forever is no longer forever? At some point you will need to think about what happens next. What do you do with the jointly owned house? Who will live there? Do you have to sell it, if so when and how? Sue Thomson Solicitors can explain the legal options available but you need your former partner to agree. Otherwise you will spend years and most of your money arguing in a Court. Your life will be on hold until it resolves. Mediation can help you reach those decisions.