Property settlement mediation (a form of family dispute resolution) is a structured process where an independent mediator helps parties negotiate how assets and liabilities will be divided after separation.

This can include:

• Real estate and family home
• Bank accounts and savings
• Superannuation
• Businesses and trusts
• Investments and shares
• Debts and liabilities

All sessions are conducted online via secure video or telephone, allowing you to participate from anywhere in Australia.

Online property mediation is suitable if:

• You have separated or are separating
• You need to divide property or finances
• You want to avoid court proceedings
• You are seeking a quicker and more cost-effective resolution
• You and the other party are willing to negotiate

It is also particularly useful where parties are in different locations or want a more flexible process.

Property settlement mediation can assist with:

• Division of assets and liabilities
• Superannuation splitting
• Treatment of inheritances or gifts
• Business and trust interests
• Interim financial arrangements
• Timing of property sales or transfers

Mediation itself is not binding, however agreements reached can be formalised into legally binding arrangements through the Court or by agreement.

We can guide you on the appropriate next steps following mediation.

If mediation does not resolve all issues, you still retain the option to:

• Seek legal advice
• Continue negotiations
• Commence court proceedings

Mediation is often a valuable step in narrowing issues even if full agreement is not reached.