Alternative Dispute Resolution in family work is being plugged more and more by the government and is likely to be a major player in the options available.

'This government is committed to increasing the use of mediation. We want it, and its advantages, to be at the forefront of peoples' minds when they seek outside help to resolve their disputes.' Jonathan Djanogly, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State and Minister for Family Justice, 29th November 2010

It is clear that mediation is to play a much greater role in, and perhaps be the primary vehicle for, the resolution of family disputes. The interim report of the Family Justice Review clearly supports mediation as a major part of the Dispute Resolution Service that it proposes as a first step in the settlement of disputes.

The alternative is to be main stream!

John Sherahilo, QualitySolicitors Thomson & Bancks
Solicitor, Family Mediator and Collaborative Family Lawyer
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