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Both parents usually pay a family mediator for their expert help in resolving conflict. The kinds of dispute a family mediator solves are child arrangements, finance disputes, divorce arrangements, and other issues following family separation.

Mediation is a practical, cost-effective, and less stressful alternative that allows couples to make decisions in a structured, supportive environment.

When parents separate, deciding how to care for children can be one of the hardest challenges. Many people think their only option is to go to court — but in most cases, the law expects you to try other ways to reach an agreement first.

You can easily find a family mediation service near you by searching on the Family Mediation Council website or using an online service.

A Financial Consent Order is a legally binding court document that sets out how your finances will be divided when you divorce.