HOW MUCH WILL FAMILY MEDIATION COST?

The Ministry of Justice (MOJ) Mediation Voucher Scheme      

 The  MOJ  have  set  up  a  voucher  scheme  for  families  who  need to discuss  future arrangements for their children as part of the mediation process. The voucher is worth up to £500 per case and is not means tested. Your mediator will discuss the voucher scheme with you during your initial telephone  consultation.  The MOJ funding does not cover the cost of the Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting (MIAM)  

Legal Aid 

All Access Mediation mediators offer the opportunity to apply legal aid to their clients. If you are eligible, the Legal Aid Agency will pay for all your mediation costs so that the entire process will be free for you. If your former partner qualifies for legal aid and you do not, the Legal Aid Agency will pay for your MIAM and the first joint mediation session.   

You can still qualify for legal aid even if you work full-time and own a property. A lot of our clients are surprised to learn they are eligible for legal aid. Your mediator will ask you whether you wish to apply for legal aid during the initial telephone consultation.   

If you reach proposals regarding financial arrangements in mediation, you could also be entitled to some free legal advice and help to make your proposals binding if your solicitor has a contract with the Legal Aid Agency.

Private Fees

Your mediator will be able to share information about their private rates during the initial call