6. Family Mediation: A Step by Step process
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The mediator facilitates the process. The step by step process often looks like this:
Initial introductory meeting with one party (or both if acceptable to each). At this meeting there is the chance to find out if mediation is right for you, and for the mediator to understand your concerns and what you hope to achieve. This meeting can be very helpful in its own right, regardless of whether you decide to go on to a joint meeting.
Mediation Meetings If you are discussing children only our experience tells us that you will probably need two or perhaps three sessions to find a mutually agreed solution. If you are discussing finances you are likely to  need three or four sessions.
Outcomes The mediator will draw up a summary of your discussions. Agreements are made in around 75% of cases.
Reviewing arrangements You may wish to schedule a review meeting to see how arrangements are working out  


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