Family First Mediation Service is a specialist all-issues family mediation practice dedicated to helping separating couples resolve future arrangements for children, property, and finances. Operating throughout London, the Home Counties, and nationally via video link, the firm stands out for its commitment to providing compassionate, cost-effective, and convenient mediation services that empower families to make their own decisions without resorting to court.
The firm’s experienced team of qualified mediators focuses on improving communication, reducing conflict, and reaching durable solutions while minimizing the emotional and financial strain of separation. They serve married and cohabiting couples—including same-sex couples—as well as other family members such as grandparents, new partners, and siblings involved in disputes concerning children. Family First also participates in the Government’s Family Mediation Voucher Scheme, offering eligible clients financial support towards mediation costs.
Services Offered
- Family mediation for children, property, and financial arrangements
- Mediation Information and Assessment Meetings (MIAMs)
- Completion of Forms A & C100
- Child-Inclusive Mediation (Direct Child Consultation)
- Video and telephone mediation services
- Dispute resolution for married and cohabiting couples
- Mediation for other family members (grandparents, new partners, siblings)
- Support through the Family Mediation Voucher Scheme
- Issues addressed: child communication, decision-making, maintenance, residence, cash flow, asset division, debt and pension sorting, post-separation finances, conflict reduction, and co-parenting strategies
The service is available to private clients across the UK, with physical offices in conveniently located areas and remote options for nationwide accessibility. Their mediators are trained in child-inclusive practices and maintain strict impartiality throughout the mediation process.
