Affordable Family Mediation That Works

Fast, fixed fee, solution-focused family mediation for separating couples.

Family Mediation Perth

Why choose Move On Mediation?

When it comes to family mediation, Perth families trust Move On.

Ian Shann is one of the leading accredited family mediators in Perth and is often booked in advance for family mediation sessions.

We understand family law
We don’t behave like lawyers
We help, we don’t fight
We don’t have hidden fees
We won’t drag it out for years

About Our fees

Solution-focused family mediation

At Move On, we don’t believe that ‘someone always has to lose’.

Family mediation is a better alternative to the huge expense, long delays, stress and uncertainties of the family law system when you separate.

We use a solutions-focused family mediation model which means that we produce outcomes that work, and won’t cost you an arm and a leg.

If you want to find the most amicable solution after your separation, Move On can help you.

Family Mediation Fees

Getting divorced can be eye-wateringly expensive. We offer solution-focused, affordable family mediation in Perth & across WA at a fixed fee.

Very few people have tens of thousands of dollars to spend on getting divorced. Wouldn’t you rather use those funds to help start your new life?

For around $1,650 per person, we can help you move on with your life and allow your children to begin the healing process sooner.

Find out how much family mediation will cost now – we have no hidden family mediation fees.

What Is Family Mediation?

As an accredited family mediator with decades of experience, Ian has created a series of videos to explain everything you need to know about the family mediation process.

Watch our collection of short videos about family mediation to find out how Move On helps Perth families resolve family law disputes in a sensible and time and cost effective way.

You can also get answers to your questions about the family mediation process from our family mediation FAQs.

Testimonials

Reviews From Our Family Mediation Clients

The process was so much quicker and easier than I anticipated – after everything I have heard about lawyers! And it was re-assuring for me to know how much it was going to cost at the start, not when it was all over. Thanks, Ian. I’d recommend you to anyone who wants a solution seeker and quick results.

— Bree F, Fremantle WA

Ian, your patience and persistence really helped us get to an agreement I thought we could never reach. I’d recommend you to anyone who wants to get family issues resolved as painlessly as possible.

— Michael G, Safety Bay WA

Thank you once more for your kindness, wisdom and counsel.

— Georgie N, Wangara WA

Ian worked hard to enable us to reach an agreement. He was always happy to discuss and explain everything we needed.

— Cathy & Steve, Subiaco WA

I highly recommend Ian and the services provided by Move On. Ian genuinely wants to help you to move forward with your life. Respect and Integrity go hand in hand at Move On.

— Michelle G, Tuart Hill

What a great job. Not only was I really happy with the result and the agreement Ian negotiated for me, but I got this resolved much faster and cheaper than I had first thought.

— Rob K, Fitzroy VIC

Ian managed to keep my husband on board although he was difficult to engage. Ian managed to achieve an outcome which saved face for us both. The whole situation was stressful but Ian was able to keep us focused and managed my husband firmly but respectfully.

— Joan T, Applecross WA

Ian gave me a clear explanation of the issues in dispute. This really helped us get my family law problems fixed much quicker and it saved me time and money. I tell my friends about how he is a lawyer who was always looking for answers not problems.

— Anna R, Claremont WA

Ian did a fabulous job in allowing the parties to discuss their options in relation to parenting arrangements.

— Vicky, Hammond Park WA

Thank you so much for your calm and professional assistance you have given us during this difficult stage of our life.

— Teresa, Perth WA

Thank you for all your assistance, patience, good manners and extensive knowledge provided.

— Frances, Port Hedland WA

Thanks Ian. I didn’t think we had much hope of getting our divorce issues resolved but your persistence and positive attitude really helped to get us over the line. I’m really grateful for that.

— Genevieve, Attadale WA

I just wanted to say thanks so much for this morning! It’s likely rarely an easy situation to mediate but I felt that our situation was handled incredibly well by you, and I am certainly grateful for your expertise and your input this morning!

— John, Forrestfield WA

Ian has a good knowledge of the law and listens to what you have to say. Ian is about helping people and not about monetary compensation.

— Alan S, Fremantle WA

I would like to thank you for listening, and offering sound and honest advice. I felt a sense of relief just by talking to you. You are the only professional in this field of separation that I have encountered that genuinely wants to help. I am truly grateful for this.

— Mandy, Churchlands WA

Thanks for your time today Ian, you did a brilliant job. A very positive outcome for all I felt.

— Andrew W, Duncraig WA

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