You might think it’s a little predictable of me to say that in most instances, you are well served using both, but let me explain why within the context of an amicable divorce or separation.
A mediator is someone who is trained to help you reach an agreement about your divorce and property settlement, arrangements for children and defacto relationship settlements and both parties can use the same mediator.
A lawyer, on the other hand, will give you advice about your entitlements and likely outcomes if the matter went to the Family Court and will provide information and strategies to assist you to reach an amicable settlement. Each party must use a different lawyer.
