Monday 27th January 12-1pm
For the public
A Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting (MIAM) is a pre-mediation meeting.
This session will give you valuable insight in to MIAMs. During this session you will:
- Gain a clear understanding of what happens in a MIAM and its purpose.
- Learn about the role of a MIAM in exploring various Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR) options, ensuring you are fully informed about the choices available to help you make an informed decision.
- Discover the range of issues that can be addressed during a MIAM, including how mediation arrangements can be customised to suit your specific needs.
- Hear real-life examples of how MIAMs have benefited others
Additionally, there will be an opportunity to ask the presenters any questions you may have about the MIAM process.
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Sarah-Jane Riddell is a specialist in family law at award winning firm Family Law Partners and works predominantly as an accredited mediator, collaborative family lawyer and solicitor neutral. Sarah-Jane specialises in dealing with financial and children matters that can arise following separation and also in advising clients who wish to arrange living together or pre/post-nuptial agreements (often using the collaborative process). Sarah-Jane is a highly skilled and experienced mediator and offers both mediation for issues relating to both children and finances. Sarah-Jane is also trained as a Hybrid Mediator and is the co-chair of Resolution’s Collaborative Working Party.
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Sushma Kotecha is a non-practising solicitor, accredited family mediator, certified holistic life coach, mind-body practitioner, and author of ‘Holistic Divorce: Sh*t Happens, It’s How You Deal With It That Counts.’ With over 30 years in the divorce sector, she founded Holistic Family Mediation & Coaching to offer a compassionate approach to divorce and separation. Sushma’s mission is to empower separating couples to avoid court and make mindful decisions. As a divorcee, she understands the emotional challenges and is dedicated to helping individuals create harmonious post-divorce lives. Her holistic approach addresses mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of separation. She offers online mediation, divorce life coaching, communication support, and co-parenting guidance. You can find Sushma and stay connected through her website where you’ll discover valuable resources and insights to guide you through your separation and/or divorce journey and by following her on X, Instagram, and LinkedIn to stay updated. |
