Mediation Now

06/05/2026

A new professional network aimed at increasing the use of arbitration in family law disputes has been launched across England and Wales, with a focus on improving access to alternatives to court proceedings.

29/04/2026

Organisation hopes to raise public awareness of non-court dispute resolution option and become a valuable family law resource.

02/02/2026

Why CW5 “Help with Family Mediation” Is So Important in Family Mediation

Many people think that once they’ve reached an agreement in family mediation, the hard work is done — and in many ways, it is. You’ve had the conversations, made the decisions, and found a constructive way forward.

But there’s a crucial final step that often gets overlooked.

To make your agreement legally binding, you usually need a solicitor to review it and draft the Consent Order.

This is exactly where the CW5 – Help with Family Mediation funding comes in.

CW5 provides free legal advice during and after mediation for those eligible for Legal Aid. It allows a solicitor to:

✔ Review your proposals

✔ Advise you on your legal position

✔ Draft the Consent Order so you can finalise everything properly

✔ Support you with the “after mediation” process that many people struggle to navigate alone

Without this stage, many clients end up stuck — they’ve reached an agreement but can’t move it forward legally. CW5 exists to stop that happening.

At Family Solutions, we’re passionate about raising awareness of CW5 because it protects the progress made in mediation and ensures that families can actually complete the process, not just start it.

If you’re in mediation or thinking about it, and you’re eligible for Legal Aid, remember - CW5 means you don’t have to navigate the legal part alone.

If you’d like to know more about Legal Aid in Family Mediation, whether you might qualify, or how mediation works, feel free to get in touch — we’re always happy to help.

16/01/2026

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10/10/2025

10/10/2024

Did you know that work related stress and anxiety is the 5th most common reason for employee absence.
Many people still struggle to talk about how they’re feeling, in a world where we spend around 90,000 hours at work in a lifetime.
Working in family law is a tough job; we are helpers and fixers, we’re compassionate and kind. And we absorb something from everyone we see.
That’s why having an outlet is so crucial - we can’t always talk to our loved ones when our work is confidential.
Family law supervision is there to help. It’s a safe space in an unpredictable world. If you’re an employer, this is one of the most important gifts you can give your employees. A confidential space to talk.
On World Mental Health Day let’s talk more.

05/07/2024

It’s a momentous day. Regardless of where you stand politically I think we can all agree that needs change. And change seems to be the order of the day.

This is a plea to our new government for help and support for every child, parent, caregiver and family going through family breakdown. We need to do better.

22/02/2024

Calling all PPC's - Resolutions next PPC Forum takes place on 19th March. It's always a good day, interesting topics and lots of chat and discussion.

Book via Resolution - https://resolution.org.uk/event/ppc-forum-march-2024/

See you there

13/02/2024

As St Valentines Day approaches, Rebecca takes a look at taking the plunge and moving in together Living together is a huge step. It’s exciting, there are plans to be made, paint colours to be chosen. But how are you going to manage when you can’t agree about which sofa to buy, or how you’re ....

20/01/2024

What is OCDR?

It’s a non-court resolution (Out of Court Dispute Resolution), and covers all possible ways of resolving difficulties instead of court proceedings. It includes mediation, Resolution Together, collaborative law, arbitration and neutral evaluation for example. Any OCDR solution may be used alongside others in combination or individually. They are not one-time approaches and can be used and revisited whenever required. For example mediation and arbitration can be used in combination.

The research has long shown that decisions made together are more likely to last. This course provides a comprehensive guide to what is currently on offer and how each solution can complement others.

I’m junior and starting out, is the OCDR course relevant to me?

Absolutely – as a junior solicitor or legal executive you need to be aware of all possible ways available to your clients to help them find a lasting outcome.

The future for family law is a more holistic integrative approach, with an interdisciplinary team working together. This course provides a great starting point in fully understanding what is available, how to use each option and how to develop your practice.

I’ve been in family law for many years, is this relevant to me?

Yes! You may have trained as a mediator, or collaborative family practice, or even arbitration, or perhaps you’ve been involved in traditional solicitor-led negotiations, this course will bring all of these strands together, enabling you to tailor your offerings to the needs of your clients.

Do I need to be a solicitor to attend this course ?

No, anyone is welcome. Resolution is open to anyone involved in helping clients and families move forward. The course is suitable for lawyers, IFA’s, Financial Planners, pension experts, Family Consultants and divorce coaches. We’re passionate about sharing our knowledge and expertise and want to share yours.

Book now at www.resolution.org