The short answer
Practical guides for Brighter Future Mediation clients. Each one answers a single question, in plain English, so you know what to expect at every stage. Start with step 1 if this is your first time.
Court deadline or urgent application?
Our urgent service delivers your MIAM and signed court form within 24 hours of confirmed booking and payment, seven days a week.
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Before your first meeting
Three short guides, in the order most people need them.
Costs and help
Paying for mediation
Every price is fixed and shown in full. You may also be able to get help with the cost.
- Our fees, clear prices for every service
- The £500 family mediation voucher, for cases involving child arrangements, not means tested
Coming soon
More guides on the way
- Your first mediation session, what to expect
- Financial disclosure, what we need and why
- Statement of child arrangements
- The welfare checklist explained
- Urgent MIAM and signed court forms
- Legal aid and family mediation
Common questions
Which guide should I read first?
Start with what is a MIAM. Most people need a MIAM before anything else happens.
Do I need to read every guide?
No. Read the ones that match where you are now. If you are unsure, call us and we will point you to the right one.
Are these guides legal advice?
No. They are general information about mediation. We work with legal support professionals and solicitors if you need legal advice.
I have a court deadline. What should I do?
Call us on 0333 240 8038. Our urgent service delivers your MIAM and signed court form within 24 hours of confirmed booking and payment.
Can I speak to someone instead?
Yes. Book a free consultation, call us on 0333 240 8038, or send us a message.
Not sure where to start?
Book a free consultation and we will talk you through your options, or send us a message and we will get back to you.
This guide is general information, not legal advice.
