Approaches to Dispute Resolution
Mathews Family Law has the knowledge, judgment and experience to work in partnership with you to resolve your family or de facto law dispute. It offers a unique range of alternative approaches to family and de facto law dispute resolution:
Family Dispute Resolution Mediation
Vanessa Mathews is a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner accredited by the Commonwealth Attorney General. FDR mediation is intended to assist parents to resolve parenting disputes without having to go to court.
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Direct Discussion
Direct discussion between you and your former partner may be effective in achieving a whole or partial agreement about matters that have been the subject of dispute.
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Negotiation Between Lawyers
Mathews Family Law will conduct settlement negotiations on your behalf, either with your former partner if they are not legally represented, or their lawyer.
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Mediation
The final stage of settlement negotiations may be expedited by you and your former partner (and your lawyers) participating in mediation.
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Collaborative Law
Collaborative law is a recent development in family law. You and your former partner (and your lawyers) may choose to commit to resolving your dispute without resort to litigation.
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Litigation
Litigation is regarded as an approach of 'last resort' and will be recommended to you only if it is considered necessary to protect your interests.
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Latest News
Free Child Support Advice for Parents
03, March, 2010
The Child Support Legal Service (Victoria Legal Aid) is offering free legal advice sessions to parents with child support issues.
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Accreditation
Vanessa Mathews is a:
- Family Law Specialist accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria
- Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner accredited by the Commonwealth Attorney General
Kuppy Nambiar is a:
- Family Law Specialist accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria