CALL FOR FREE CONSULTATION: 0116 4422 989

Legal Aid for Family Mediation (Legal Aid Mediators)

Family Law Mediation is dedicated to providing legal aid services for families in areas of the UK surrounding Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, Coventry, and Tamworth. Our team of qualified mediators are committed to helping couples find fair resolutions and navigate the family law system. We understand that navigating the law can be an intimidating and overwhelming experience, which is why we strive to provide a compassionate, supportive environment for our clients. We work with both parties to achieve a mutually beneficial outcome by way of mediation, allowing them to avoid expensive court proceedings while protecting their rights under UK family law.

Our team has years of experience in resolving all types of legal issues and guarantees professional, effective solutions tailored to each individual case. If you need access to legal aid services and Legal Aid Mediators in Leicester, get in touch with Family Law Mediation today!

 

women with her daughter cooking together in the kitchen
two young boys playing together

We can undertake Legal Aid for Family Mediation work. Legal Aid is provided by the Legal Aid Agency to cover the cost of our family mediation service. If you are eligible for Legal Aid, you will not have to pay us anything for the work we do for you, and our private
charges will not apply to you.

Legal Aid for family mediation cases help families agree arrangements where:

  1. You are getting divorced or separating, and therefore need to sort out financial arrangements, and where you are both going to live
  2. Child arrangements have broken down, and so you are not seeing your children, or arrangements are not working very well
  3. Any dispute following a family breakdown that may end up in court

Family Law Mediation provide legal aid services as a member of the Compass Resolution Network Legal Aid contract.

Legal Aid for mediation is means-tested, so you have to provide evidence of your current financial circumstances to prove you are entitled to free Legal Aid.

If you are eligible, Legal Aid for mediation will cover all your individual mediation costs.

It will also cover costs of the initial appointment and first mediation meeting for the other person, if they are not eligible in their own right.

Eligibility for Legal Aid also enables you to get Legal Aid for legal costs, up to a cost limit.

You may be eligible for Legal Aid for Mediation if you are on a low income or not working.

We can help you start the assessment process before you book an appointment.

Please contact us to find out if you may be eligible for free Legal Aid.

 

Mother reading to her child

Download Our Referal Form

Download
women with two men in a discussion

Other Professionals and Organisations

Who we work closely with:

  1. Solicitors & Barristers
  2. Citizens Advice Bureau
  3. Charities supporting separating or divorcing individuals
  4. Marriage counsellors
  5. Religious leaders
  6. LGBTQ+ organisations
  7. Divorce coaches
  8. Social Workers

We are always open to establishing new relationships with those professions and organisations outlined above. If any such organisation would like to find out more about Family Mediation we would be very pleased to hear from them.

Get In Touch

Frequently Asked Questions About Legal Aid for Family Mediation

How soon can mediation start?
Once legal aid eligibility is confirmed, mediation can usually begin within a few working days. Your MIAM (Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting) will help establish if mediation is appropriate for your situation.
Is mediation suitable for cases involving domestic abuse?
It depends. In some situations involving domestic abuse, mediation may still be possible with safeguards in place, such as shuttle or online mediation. The mediator will assess this at the MIAM. If it’s not appropriate, other legal options will be explained.
Do I have to be in the same room as my ex-partner?
No. Shuttle mediation is an option, where you and your ex-partner stay in separate rooms, either in-person or virtually and the mediator goes between you. This is commonly used to reduce conflict.
Can mediation help with arrangements for children?
Yes. Mediation is often used to agree on child arrangements, such as where children live and how contact works. It encourages parents to focus on their children’s needs and avoid court proceedings.
Can mediation help with financial matters?
Yes. Mediation can address financial issues such as property, pensions, debts and maintenance. Legal aid may cover these sessions if you qualify.
What if we don’t agree during mediation?

If mediation doesn’t lead to an agreement, your mediator can provide the necessary signed form (e.g., Form C100 or Form A) so you can make a court application.

What documents should I bring to mediation?
For financial mediation, bring payslips, bank statements, mortgage paperwork and details of debts or assets. For child-related mediation, it’s helpful to bring anything that supports your position or helps explain your concerns.
Is there follow-up support after mediation?
Yes. Additional mediation sessions can be arranged if needed. Mediators can also prepare summaries of any agreements reached and direct you to further legal advice if required.

Contact Us

Contact Us

"*" indicates required fields

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
0116 442 2989

Family Law Mediation Leicester (Head Office)

First Floor

60 Charles Street

Leicester

LE1 1FB

hello@familylawmediation.co.uk

Opening Times

Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

Weekend appointments are available on request

*We can offer a limited number of pre-arranged mediation sessions outside of office hours subject to agreement and availability. All mediation sessions are held either at our offices or remotely via video conferencing software e.g. Zoom.

Call For Free Consultation