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Separate Smarter,
save more than money

At Bayside Mediation, we understand that separating parents are under considerable stress when navigating either or both parenting and financial disputes. Our registered and highly qualified Family Dispute Practitioners can help you resolve your dispute.

We believe that agreements reached between parents are more successful and longer lasting because you made them. 

  • It is our 10 years anniversary in March
  • We are Australia’s oldest and biggest private Family Dispute Resolution practice.
  • We had an article published in Kiddipedia.com.au
  • We were a finalist in the Women’s Champions Awards 2022
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Mediation Services

We Specialise in Family Law Matters

Each team member is a qualified Family Dispute Resolutions Practitioner. Registered with the Attorney General’s Department of Australia. In addition to their training and experience in mediation, they often have other qualifications in family law, corporate law, psychology and conflict management.
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FDR Mediation

A Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) is registered by the Attorney General’s Department

Child Access

We help parents discuss all aspects of the care and wellbeing of children: schooling, bedtimes

Financial Matters

Bayside Mediation’s experienced mediators sit with you and explain all your options. We offer separating

Solicitor Assisted Mediation

For matters where a solicitor’s advice is needed, we facilitate your solicitor to attend your mediation with you.

Team

Our Mediators

Dianne Loveday FDRP

B.A. (Psych & Soc), (Monash) Grad Dip., Psychotherapy & Counselling Grad Dip., Family Dispute Resolution Nationally Accredited Mediator Member: AFCC, VDRA, AMA, Resolution Institute

Alina Kleiman FDRP

BCom/LLB (Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws), (Monash). Grad Dip., Family Dispute Resolutions Practitioner Nationally Accredited and Registered Mediator Leadr Qualified Mediator

Sophie Russell FDRP

Grad Dip., Family Dispute Resolution Registered Psychologist MAPS, AHPRA Nationally accredited Mediator Child Inclusive Practice Mediation Parenting Coordination

Romani Benjamin FDRP

BFA, B.Juris, LLB, GradDipFDR
Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Nationally Accredited Mediator

Kevin Scrimshaw FDRP

Bachelor of Business Administration (University of Sth QLD) Grad.Dip. Family Dispute Resolution (FDRP) Nationally Accredited Mediator, (NMAS)
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The Bayside Mediation
difference

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Unlike other Private Family Law Mediators who add a room charge to a client’s cost, or never offer face to face mediation. Bayside Mediation has our own comfortable, spacious and private office spaces. As a proud member of our local community, we love to support our downstairs café. Can we buy you a coffee?

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From separation to settlement, our experienced, results-driven team helps families separate smarter. Over 90% of our clients reach a mediated outcome for both child access and/or financial settlements.

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Bayside Mediations offices are conveniently located on Highett Road Highett with amble extended parking walking distance to our front door and public transport options. During the current global pandemic, we are also offering video conferencing.

Why Use Family Mediation ?

Dianne talks about the importance of understanding your options under Australian Family Law.

Why Family dispute resolution should be your first port of call, once you have decided to separate.

As a dedicated Family Law Mediation practice, Bayside Mediation offers clients a different perspective on separation and divorce.

We are a real alternative to using solicitors when separating

We design a process that best suits our clients & their children’s needs.

What next? Contact us and as soon as one of our specialist FDR Practitioners is available, they will call you back to discuss all your options.

What People Say About Us

More happy clients

After years of mediation and 2 unhappy children, I was in need of a child focused service. A friend referred to me Dianne and I couldn't be more grateful.  Dianne listened to my concerns, was relatable, open and she gave me excellent direction. I highly recommend Bayside Mediation. Thank you 🙏
Casey
I'm glad we took advantage of the mediation services offered by Bayside Mediation. The overall process went very smoothly and was completely stress-free. A special thanks to Romani Benjamin, who assisted us in reaching an agreement in less than three hours for a matter that had been unresolved for the past two years.
EB
Dianne and Alina are two incredibly caring and knowledgeable people who guided me through a difficult time with empathy and understanding. They were impartial and at all times supported both myself and my ex through very difficult sessions. They made us both do our homework so we could each make informed decisions.
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Belinda Simmons
Belinda Simmons
2023-01-03
Very happy that we came across Bayside Mediation. Alina was prompt and very professional in her approach and work. Would happily recommend to anyone going through separation.
amanda meyer
amanda meyer
2022-10-11
Dianne was a wonderful mediator and took time to listen and understand as well as suggesting several helpful modifications to allow us to come to a mutual agreement. I highly recommend her services. Thank you Dianne!
patricia wright
patricia wright
2022-09-08
Professional, experienced & understanding. They were empathetic, non judgemental & actively listened to all sides. Exceptional service.
Michael Todd
Michael Todd
2022-08-29
thank you....i thought Romani facilaited our discussions very well and supported us through the process with a balanced level of care.
Ashleigh Hoogendoorn
Ashleigh Hoogendoorn
2022-07-19
Sophie was brilliant. Her initial communication regarding the process was excellent. She was unbiased in her approach and attempted to ensure that both of us came to an acceptable agreement. We willingness to go above and beyond was evident in her email communication throughout the entire process and was so reassuring throughout. Thank you Sophie.
Mr Sparkle Window Cleaning
Mr Sparkle Window Cleaning
2022-07-18
It was great to have had help from Bayside mediation, Sophie helped us trough a very difficult time and was very helpful throughout the process, we are very grateful with her and would definitely recommend.
Marina V.
Marina V.
2022-07-01
Difficult process of property mediation was handled professionally and promptly by Alina. She is knowledgable, resourceful and hard working. She is also a skilled communicator, supportive and non-judgemental. I am exceptionally pleased with her assistance and would highly recommend her.
Wayne Gale
Wayne Gale
2022-06-21
I found Bayside Mediation a great benefit for those entering unknown territory. A split from a partner is never an easy process, the good people at BM made it simple for us. They explained everything very clearly and explained where each person stood. Thank you Bayside Mediation. Moving on happily and without regret.
Danae Conway
Danae Conway
2022-06-20
I engaged Dianne at Mediation Matters to assist with coming to an agreement on a single parenting decision. Dianne was prompt to engage the process, clear and upfront with how the mediation would work and what I needed to consider coming into it. Unfortunately my daughters father chose not to attend mediation, however, Dianne provided ongoing support and referrals to assist me even though the mediation was unsuccessful. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. If you genuinely wish to resolve your issues, I believe Dianne has the right approach to help achieve this.

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Fear and uncertainty blog post, Family Dispute Resolution, Family Law Mediation

Conquering Fear and Uncertainty

Conquering Fear and Uncertainty: Finding Certainty Through Family Law Mediation   A relationship’s end is frequently a difficult and painful process. The feelings that come

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26 September 2023