Out of Court Dispute Resolution - Dispelling the Myths for Family Lawyers

Introduction

Since the 1990s family law practitioners have been encouraged to explore out of court dispute resolution methods to assist separating couples in resolving issues between them.

Three decades later many family law practitioners remain unsure of all the options available.

This virtual classroom seminar is intended to provide a clear and practical overview of the various and extensive out of court options. It will explore the reasons why as a practitioner you and your practice can flourish notwithstanding a regular departure from the court process.

The intention will be to dispel the myths of the ‘unknown’ and provide clear guidance enabling you to engage with your client in the option which best suits their personal circumstances.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive session will cover the following:

• The impact of the new divorce legislation
• The expectation of the new client
• Your pressures as a family practitioner
• Raising the issue of out of court dispute resolution with your client
• How to approach the ‘other side’
• The real purpose of the MIAM and how to get the best out of that appointment
• The bespoke nature of the out of court methods of dispute resolution
• Mediation and hybrid mediation
• Neutral evaluation
• Collaborative practice
• The private FDR
• Arbitration
• The Certainty Project
• Top tips for out of court dispute resolution

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.