PACT Mediation Services

21/11/2024

At PACT Mediation, we are here to support our clients through the busiest time of the year by offering extended appointments.

Call our team today on 0404 088 788 or directly book a time that suits your schedule at: www.pactmediation.com.au/bookings-and-availability.

08/11/2024

Navigating conflict can be challenging and is often an emotional experience. Preparation prior to mediation is essential as it provides an opportunity to establish your objectives for discussion, to anticipate what may be raised and to consider potential options for negotiation. It also provides the space to focus on strategies for self-care and to establish if further supports are required.
At PACT Mediation, an integral part of our pre-mediation process is to have a preliminary conference with our clients to ensure they feel comfortable and confident with the process and feel well prepared for their upcoming session. Contact our team today to find out more.

05/09/2024

Contact our team today for more information:
https://www.pactmediation.com.au/contact

20/08/2024

Have you ever walked away from a conversation thinking 'why didn't I think of that?'. Those moments when you feel frustrated because so much was right on the tip of your tongue, but was left unsaid?
At PACT Mediation, we believe that preparation can make all the difference when establishing your goals for mediation.
Mind mapping is a tool that can help you create a blueprint to determine what issues are in dispute and how to prioritise them.
For more tips on how to prepare for mediation, contact the team at PACT Mediation today via our website https://www.pactmediation.com.au/contact or select the 'Contact' option in our bio.

14/08/2024

When you apply for a property settlement, the Court uses a ‘4-step’ process to determine the application. At PACT Mediation, we follow the same process in assisting clients to negotiate their financial arrangements.
1. Establishing the asset pool & liabilities:
Identifying the assets, liabilities and financial resources of the parties including any debts, inheritances, superannuation and any assets or liabilities incurred during the relationship and post separation.
2. Contributions throughout the relationship:
Looking at your financial story upon entering the relationship, financial and non-financial contributions throughout the course of the relationship including homemaker duties and the care of the children and contributions after separation.
3. Future considerations:
As stated under s75(2) of the Family Law Act, factors that are taken into consideration may include:
- the age and health of the parties
- care arrangements for the children
- income, property, financial resources and income earning capacity of parties
- care arrangements for the children
4. Just and equitable outcomes:
- Just and equitable outcomes based on the parties' circumstances.
- Ultimately the Court will determine what is a fair outcome for the parties whilst taking into consideration the aforementioned steps.

Property mediation is a voluntary process that relies upon full and frank disclosure and being adequately informed by legal representatives, financial advisors and any other third party that may be relevant to assist in the decision making process.

Contact our team today for more information:
https://www.pactmediation.com.au/contact

14/08/2024

13/08/2024

Navigating separation is undoubtedly challenging. For children this means a change to the world they know; transitioning from one household to two, to potentially two different routines and household rules, all which can be overwhelming to process.
Research has shown that it isn't separation and divorce that impacts children, it is the conflict that is fuelled between their homes. As co-parents it is important to prioritise a consistent, safe and stable base for the children to call their home and learn the way of the world.

13/08/2024

Mediation has a number of benefits:
🔹Informal:
Mediation is essentially an informal forum for parties in dispute to work towards a resolution.
🔹Cost effective:
Mediation is less expensive than incurring legal fees and court costs.
🔹Confidential:
In the absence of safety concerns, everything discussed in mediation is confidential and is not admissible in court.
🔹Time efficient:
Mediation can be completed in a shorter period of time than a traditional court case.
🔹Improves relationships:
Mediation can help restore and rebuild relationships between parents and other significant parties.
🔹Parties determine the outcome:
Parties have control over their outcome and can make changes as agreed as circumstances change.
🔹Focus on the children:
Less focus on a win/lose outcome and a greater focus on children maintaining healthy relationships with both parents.

Contact us for your obligation-free appointment:
https://www.pactmediation.com.au/contact

12/08/2024

Mediation can cover a wide range of disputes including:
- Parenting arrangements
- Time arrangements for the children
- Child support and spousal maintenance
- Property division including the family home
- Division of a family business

Our team at PACT Mediation offers mediation services to assist you to resolve these matters.

If you need help finding a peaceful resolution for your family law matter, contact our team on
+61 404 088 788 for a confidential chat.