July 29, 2019
Mediation
If you need a family mediator in Perth, you might be wondering how you’re going to choose the right family mediator for your circumstances. It can be hard to decide which family mediator to use simply by looking online, so here are our tips on how to choose the right family mediator for you. Know […]
July 16, 2019
Separation & Divorce
Separation isn’t easy. It can be one of the toughest things to go through in life, but there are some simple ways that you can make it easier on yourself and your children. Here are our suggestions of ways to help you through a separation. 5 Ways To Help You Through A Separation Don’t Go […]
June 28, 2019
Separation & Divorce
When you’re going through a separation or a divorce, there are so many things to think about. Sometimes taking care of yourself is pretty low on your priority list. If you don’t look after yourself though, you may find yourself struggling with other areas of your life. Here are our 9 top self-care tips during […]
June 15, 2019
Mediation
What is family dispute resolution? If you are going through a separation or divorce, you may have come across the term ‘family dispute resolution’. Let’s take a look at exactly what family dispute resolution is, and how it could potentially help you move on quickly and more affordably than engaging expensive family lawyers and dragging […]
May 23, 2019
Separation & Divorce
It’s a question many people ask and unfortunately there is no straightforward answer. How much a divorce costs will depend on a variety of factors. These will include, but are not limited to, whether or not you engage a lawyer, the hourly rate your lawyer charges, whether proceedings are commenced in court or Consent Orders […]
May 14, 2019
Separation & Divorce
If you’re getting a divorce, you might be worried about the cost and the stress of getting divorced through the Courts. But there are some simple ways to avoid court proceedings in a divorce – here are just a few of them. 5 Ways To Avoid Court Proceedings In A Divorce Talk It Out First, […]
April 29, 2019
Children
When getting a divorce, you might have concerns about your rights as a parent. How will they be affected now that you’re no longer parenting jointly, but rather as two single parents. Here are some key things that you need to know about your rights as a parent, when facing separation or divorce. Your Child’s […]
April 18, 2019
Mediation
If you’re thinking about mediation for your separation or divorce, you may have come across the term conciliation. But what’s the difference between mediation and conciliation? Let’s take a closer look at both options so you can make an informed choice of what would be best for you. There are many aspects of dispute resolution. […]
March 25, 2019
Family Courts
If you need to appear in court regarding your divorce, it can be a nerve-wracking time. Our family mediation specialist in Perth, Ian Shann, has written his top tips for how to prepare for a court appearance for your divorce to help you through your court appearances. Do Your Research Be fully prepared for your […]
March 12, 2019
Mediation
Once your family mediation is over and your divorce is finalised, you might be thinking, what next? If you’re not sure how to move forward after mediation, here are some key ways to move forward after mediation from our Perth family dispute resolution specialist, Ian Shann. Allow Yourself To Process Everything Don’t think that as […]
January 24, 2019
Separation & Divorce
Let’s face it – your first Valentine’s Day after your divorce or separation isn’t something you probably look forward to. But instead of dreading it, there are heaps of ways you could choose to still celebrate and enjoy it. Here are some of our favourite ideas on how to celebrate your first Valentine’s Day after […]
January 12, 2019
Separation & Divorce
Before you make a decision to separate, there are some important things you need to consider. From where you’ll live, to how you’ll manage as a single parent if you have children, and how you’re going to cope financially, deciding to separate is not a decision that should be made lightly. Here are 10 things […]
December 13, 2018
Relationships
Relationships don’t always last – that’s a universal truth. There are many reasons why relationships fail. The key is not to see it as failure, but rather learning a valuable lesson about who you are and what you’re prepared to compromise on and what you simply aren’t. If you want to keep your relationship strong […]
December 5, 2018
Separation & Divorce
When you’re going through a separation, there are a whole host of things to think about. Where you’ll live, who gets what, who’ll take care of the kids and when, the list can be endless. But some of the most important things to think about are the financial considerations upon separation. Here are a few […]
November 21, 2018
Children
Separation and divorce are never easy, especially when there are children involved. That’s where parenting agreements come in. If you’re struggling to agree on the future care and living arrangements for your children, family mediation can help you draw up an agreement setting out the parenting arrangements for your children. But before you do, here […]
November 14, 2018
Separation & Divorce
So you’ve decided you want a divorce. Now what? It can be emotionally draining to come to the conclusion that you want a divorce but, once that decision is made, you need to start preparing for the road ahead. Here are some of the key things you need to consider once you’ve decided that you […]
October 30, 2018
Separation & Divorce
If you’ve tried mediation and been unable to come to a mutual agreement, the next logical step may be arbitration – appointing a suitably qualified person to determine financial issues for you. But how do you choose the right arbitrator for your case? 7 things to consider when choosing an arbitrator 1. Qualifications Always choose […]
October 16, 2018
Children
If you’re a parent and are going through a divorce or separation, one of your priorities is going to be the care of your children. One of your options is to put in place a parenting agreement. This could be a parenting plan or a parenting order. What Is A Parenting Agreement? A parenting agreement […]
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