What is the Difference Between a Family Mediator and a Family Law Mediator?

What is a family mediator?

In mediation, you and your former spouse work with a family mediator, one who is specially trained to help you reach an agreement. Family mediators are neutral third parties who can help you reach an agreement on a variety of issues, including guardianship, parenting schedules, support payments, and the division of property and debts. A family mediator may be a psychologist, counsellor, social worker or lawyer who has been trained to be a family mediator. In BC, most family mediators are members of Mediate BC and Family Mediation Canada.

What is a family law mediator?

In British Columbia, the Law Society of BC offers accreditation for family lawyers who wish to become … Read more »