Family mediation helps if your relationship has broken down and you need to sort out practical issues such as:  

• arrangements for children – where they are going to live and when you’ll see them  
• child maintenance payments  
• sharing finances –  including house, savings, pension  
• dealing with any debts 

  Legal Aid for family mediation offers financial assistance to eligible individuals, enabling them to access mediation services for family disputes without incurring significant costs. Through this funding, individuals facing financial constraints can receive support to navigate and resolve their family issues effectively.

  Legal Aid for family mediation is available to individuals who meet certain financial criteria set by the Legal Aid Agency. Eligibility takes into account factors such as specific benefits, income, assets, household expenses, and the merits of the case. 

  If you qualify for Legal Aid, you will receive your mediation at no cost. If you receive Legal Aid and your ex-partner does not, there is also partial funding available for them. You can talk to one of our team to see if you qualify.