Supported, safe and confidential mediation to help you make decisions about parenting, property and finances – without going straight to lawyers or letting things escalate.
No obligation. Just clear information about your options.
Separation is stressful enough without adding a full legal battle on top. Many couples are surprised at how quickly legal fees and conflict escalate once court becomes the main pathway.
Mediation gives you a different approach.
With mediation, you can:
You can still get legal advise at any time – but mediation helps you lay the groundwork first.
When every conversation ends in an argument, it can feel impossible to move forward.
If you’re dealing with:
you don’t have to manage it alone.
Our mediators are trained to work with high-conflict situations and can provide:
We’re not here to diagnose anyone. We’re here to help you navigate a complex situation as safely and calmly as possible.
FDR Mediation offers a legal alternative to engaging lawyers.
Many couples separating today want to keep things respectful, private and cost-effective. They don’t want a court battle; they just want a clear agreement they both feel is fair.
Mediation offers you a practical alternative to hiring lawyers as your first step. It helps you work through decisions such as:
All in a neutral, structured environment designed to reduce stress and avoid unnecessary legal fees.
Our accredited mediators guide you through the process so you can reach a workable agreement quickly and formalise documents.
If you’re looking for a supported, safe and straightforward way to separate, mediation can help you get there.
Court proceedings and ongoing lawyer negotiations can quickly add up to tens of thousands of dollars – often before any real progress is made.
Mediation is designed to be:
You’ll still have the option to involve lawyers or formalise agreements later, but mediation can drastically reduce how much you need to spend to get there.
“We wanted to split things fairly without giving it all to lawyers.”
– Mediation Client
That’s exactly what mediation is here to support.
Separation changes a lot-but your children still need stability, safety, and care from both parents.
Our mediation process is child-focused, which means we help you:
Less conflict for you = more clam for them.
A confidential conversation to understand your situation and see whether mediation is suitable. We'll explain the process and anser your questions.
Each persion meets separately with the mediator. This allows you to share your concerns, history, and priorities in a safe, private setting.
If appropriate, we bring you together (in person or online) to work through parenting, property and other issues in a structured, calm and neutral environment.
Once you reach an agreement, we can help record it in a written document (such as a parenting plan) and help formalise the agreement.
Bayside Mediation is an accredited Family Dispute Resolution practice supporting separating couples and families across the Bayside suburbs and across Melbourne.
We specialise in:
• Parenting and co-parenting arrangements
• Negotiate and help formalise agreements for property and financial settlements
• High-conflict and complex separations and divorce
• Child-focused and trauma-aware practice
Our practitioners are accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs) and adhere to Australian standards and legislation around family law and mediation.
FAQS
No. Many people start with mediation and consult a lawyer before or after sessions as needed. You’re free to seek legal advice at any time.
We can still complete an intake and discuss your options. In some cases, FDR is required before going to court, and we may be able to issue a section 60I certificate if appropriate.
Your safety is our first priority. We’ll explore this in your intake session and decide whether mediation is suitable, and if so, how it can be structured (for example, shuttle mediation or online). In some cases, mediation is not appropriate, and we’ll discuss other options.
Costs depend on the type and number of sessions needed. We’ll explain fees clearly in your free consult so you can make an informed decision.
Yes. Online sessions can be a good option, especially for high-conflict situations or where distance is an issue.
Book a free, confidential consult to talk through your situation and see if mediation is right for you.
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