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24/02/2025

See our latest post on Superannuation - Contact us if you or someone you know needs assistance navigating financial settlement!

Superannuation is always considered part of the property pool (see previous post). This means superannuation values must be disclosed to the other party when working through a financial settlement. However, whether all, some or none of the superannuation is to be divided or not can be dependent on s...

10/02/2025

https://www.xpmediators.com/post/what-is-a-binding-financial-agreement-what-is-a-consent-order

You have reached a point in your relationship whereby you are now wishing to sever the financial relationship – perhaps the relationship itself has come to an end or circumstances are such that you wish to terminate only the financial aspect of the relationship. Whatever the case it is a good idea...

10/02/2025

https://www.xpmediators.com/post/superannuation-and-the-property-pool-financial-settlement

When it comes to separating, it can be confusing to know and understand whether superannuation is treated as part of the property pool and whether and/or how it is divided in a financial separation. Superannuation is always considered part of the property pool. This means superannuation values must....

25/03/2022

Here are our quick 5 tip to prepare for financial mediation.

Financial mediation is an affordable and non-adversarial approach towards negotiating dividing your asset pool.

Our mediators are highly experienced in navigating clients through their financial separation and would love the opportunity to work with you.

Please contact us for more information www.xpmediators.com

23/03/2022

“The Power of the Dog”

Interesting article focussing on the pets post separation…what are in their best interests….

If you or someone you know needs support or guidance through the mediation process (including working through care of your pets) please contact us at Experienced Mediators

Custody of the family pets can become contentious when a couple separates. If it goes all the way to the courts, the judge considers pets just like any other piece of property.

22/03/2022

We often believe that fair is equal, half/half, 50/50 if dividing by 2 and when we talk about time that children will spend with each separated parent it seems only natural to be “fair” to both parents that their children will divide their time equally with each of them. But half the time with e...

21/03/2022

50/50, half/half, equal - is this always the best outcome for children in spending time with their parents post separation...here we highlight some points to consider when making care arrangements....

If you or someone you know needs assistance with their family mediation matter...please contact us at Experienced Mediators...

We often believe that fair is equal, half/half, 50/50 if dividing by 2 and when we talk about time that children will spend with each separated parent it seems only natural to be “fair” to both parents that their children will divide their time equally with each of them. But half the time with e...

13/03/2022

Here at Experienced Mediators, we want your mediation experience to be a positive one. See our quick fire tips if you have an upcoming parenting mediation

Jot down your suggestions prior to your session: Being able to think quickly on your feet is a skill and an art. Sometimes dealing with such an emotional topic as your children this can be hard to do. Prepare some suggestions that you can use as part of your negotiations so you don't' feel "stuck".

Manage your emotions: It helps the mediation process as a successful avenue to resolve disputes if you can "manage your emotions" so you can put your emotions aside and focus on the issues and problem-solving. Managing your emotions may look like meditation, good rest, surrounding yourself with positive people, exercise, healthy diet, seeking help etc

Seek legal advice: It is important to seek legal advice during the mediation process to educate yourself on some legal aspects of your negotiation and understand your legal rights and responsibilities.

Minimize conflict with the other party: Commit to the mediation process by not engaging in conduct or "back alley" negotiations with your ex partner particularly if this will cause conflict or where you feel intimidation tactics may be used. Use the mediation process as your safe space to negotiate these issues.

Research and understand child development: Basic understanding of child development will help manage expectations for your child's stage of development and see any "red flags" that you should consider as part of your parenting plan.

If you have any questions about the above, we would love to assist. Contact us at www.xpmediators.com

08/03/2022

International Women's Day - Celebrating The Sisterhood and Wonderful Women In Our Lives

04/03/2022

To all our clients, family and friends impacted by the SE QLD floods we send you our best wishes for a speedy recovery

01/03/2022

Your guide to separating financially - Part One. Here we provide some useful tips on how to manage your finances during the initial stages of separation to help you feel less overwhelmed at tackling such a tricky topic with your former partner/spouse.

If you or someone you know needs guidance and support navigating through financial settlement, please contact us - Anna and Latoya at Experienced Mediators

Separation and divorce is one of the most stressful and painful experiences. Knowing what to do next can feel overwhelming. How you manage your finances is different for each couple and family. Here are some useful tips to help you start to make steps towards separating financially with your former....