Legal Aid logo representing government funding for family mediation and legal support in England and Wales.Legal Aid logo representing government funding for family mediation and legal support in England and Wales.
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Legal aid for family mediation: what you need to know

When couples separate and there are disputes about children, finances or property, mediation can be a far more flexible, cost-effective and less adversarial alternative to court. One of the ways people on low incomes can access help is through the government’s legal aid scheme, but there is also separate help available for paying court-related fees….

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Family law reform: Putting children’s safety first in the courts

Brighter Future Mediation welcomes a landmark shift in UK family law that prioritises child safety over automatic parental contact. Following years of campaigning and a comprehensive government review, the presumption of parental involvement in private law children cases is set to be repealed – a move hailed as a victory for children affected by domestic…