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June 25, 2025

Mediation

17 Family Mediation Terms You Need To Know

When a relationship ends, emotions can run high and navigating separation or divorce can feel overwhelming. Family mediation offers a calm, cost-effective and quicker alternative to going to the Family Court. It helps separating couples reach agreements about property, finances and parenting arrangements with the assistance of a neutral third party. At Move On Mediation […]

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June 11, 2025

Separation & Divorce

When Couples Separate: 4 Key Steps in Property Settlement

Dividing up your property/finances after separation can be confronting. Family law regarding property settlement does not follow a set formula but considers, instead, a wide range of issues. Ian Shann, Perth family mediator, shares the 4 key steps in property settlement when couples separate. When Couples Separate: 4 Key Steps in Property Settlement Step 1- […]

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May 22, 2025

Mediation

Can A Lawyer Attend Family Dispute Resolution?

When couples separate or divorce in Australia one of the most constructive ways to resolve parenting or property issues is through family dispute resolution (FDR).

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April 16, 2025

Mediation

What Is Property Settlement Mediation?

When a marriage or de facto relationship ends in Australia one of the most important and often most stressful tasks is deciding how to divide up your property. Known as a property settlement, this process can be complex — but it doesn’t need to be combative or dragged through the courts. You don’t need to […]

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December 13, 2024

Separation & Divorce

Essential Parenting Apps for Divorced Parents

Navigating co-parenting as divorced parents can be challenging but, with the right tools and mindset, you can create a harmonious environment for your children. Open and effective communication is the key to making this work. Move On’s family mediator Ian Shann shares his top tips for clear communication, the advantages of using technology and a selection […]

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September 27, 2024

Mediation

What Happens After Family Mediation?

What happens after family mediation depends entirely on whether you reach agreements on all, some, or none of the issues you are seeking to resolve. As a trusted and accredited family mediator in Perth, we’re proud of the fact that around 90% of our mediations conclude with complete or, at very least, substantial agreement being reached […]

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August 16, 2024

Mediation

The Family Mediation Process In Australia

Navigating family disputes after separation or divorce can be challenging and emotionally taxing. At Move On, we aim to facilitate a smooth and amicable resolution through family mediation. Understanding the process of family mediation will usually help reduce the stress and uncertainty that accompanies family conflicts. If you’re considering family mediation to settle your divorce […]

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June 21, 2024

Family Courts

What Is A Parenting Order?

A Parenting Order is an order made by the Family Court that deals with the parenting arrangements for children after a divorce or separation. The terms of a Parenting Order may be mutually agreed by both parents (often through family dispute resolution) and made by the Court by consent of the parties or it may […]

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March 28, 2024

Mediation

Active Listening In Family Mediation: How It Can Help You

One of the most powerful communication tools you can use in your family mediation sessions is active listening. Active listening in family mediation helps to establish empathy, builds trust between the parties and validates emotions. As a family mediator in Perth, I’ve seen it all when it comes to communication styles. Some people are open […]

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February 21, 2024

Mediation

What Not To Say in Family Mediation

Many family mediators talk about what issues you should raise in your family mediation sessions but what about what NOT to say in family mediation. Sometimes what you don’t say is just as important as what you do say. Here are my thoughts on things it might be better not to raise in family mediation […]

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January 24, 2024

Mediation

Mediation for Property Settlement: Key Things You Need To Know

Are you wondering how mediation for property settlement in a divorce works? Here’s a few pointers about mediation for property settlement in Australia. What is a property settlement? A property settlement is a legal agreement setting out the terms of how a couple’s financial property is divided after separation. An agreement between parties as to […]

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December 6, 2023

Relationships

Who Pays The Mortgage After Separation?

Mortgage payments are a significant challenge that many couples face when divorcing or separating and often requires professional legal and financial advice. As far as the law is concerned, the person in whose name the mortgage is registered is legally liable for the monthly payments. If the mortgage is registered in both names, you are […]

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November 16, 2023

Separation & Divorce

Filing For Divorce? Read This First

Are you considering filing for divorce? Read this blog from accredited family mediator Ian Shann first! Decide You Definitely Want To File For Divorce This may be one of the most difficult decisions you’ll ever have to make, so think hard and make sure you are happy with your decision. You are the only person […]

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October 31, 2023

Mediation

What Are Reasonable Grounds To Refuse Family Mediation?

As a family mediator in Perth I come across all sorts of reasons why people want to – or don’t want to – participate in family mediation where children’s issues are involved. But there are only a few reasonable grounds to refuse mediation. Simply not wanting to attend is not a reasonable ground to refuse […]

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October 17, 2023

Relationships

How To Separate From Your Spouse While Living Together

Are you considering how to legally separate from your spouse while you still live together under the one roof? It sounds like a daunting prospect but there are some things you can do to keep the process straightforward for you, your ex, and your children. There is no legal definition of separation – it happens […]

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September 29, 2023

Separation & Divorce

How To Achieve An Amicable Separation

If you are going through a separation or divorce, you might be in the midst of some pretty ugly battles with your ex. Divorce can be contentious, litigious and downright dirty. So how do you ensure that you and you ex separate amicably? As a family mediator in Perth, I know a few things about […]

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September 12, 2023

Separation & Divorce

Do You Need A Family Lawyer For Separation and Divorce?

Do you need a family lawyer for separation and divorce? This is a question many separating couples ask themselves and the simple answer is “no, not necessarily” – however there are some caveats when it comes to divorcing without a family lawyer. Let’s take a look at whether you really need a family lawyer for […]

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August 10, 2023

Separation & Divorce

Property Settlement After Separation: What You Need To Know

It can be a tricky process to navigate property settlement after separation. Here are some hints about what you need to know regarding property settlement after separation. What Is A Property Settlement? A property settlement is an agreement setting out how a couple’s assets and liabilities are to be divided during or after a divorce […]

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Reviews From Our Family Mediation Clients

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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

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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

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

— Georgie N, Wangara WA

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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