Professional Training

Out of Court Dispute Resolution - Dispelling the Myths for Family Lawyers - Learn Live

Length
2 hours
Next course start
20 November, 2024 See details
Course delivery
Virtual Classroom
Length
2 hours
Next course start
20 November, 2024 See details
Course delivery
Virtual Classroom

Course description

Since the 1990s family law practitioners have been encouraged to explore out of court dispute resolution methods to assist separating couples in resolving issues between them. Three decades later many family law practitioners remain unsure of all the options available.


Presented by expert solicitor Karin Walker, this virtual classroom seminar is intended to provide a clear and practical overview of the various and extensive out of court options. It will explore the reasons why as a practitioner you and your practice can flourish notwithstanding a regular departure from the court process.


The intention will be to dispel the myths of the ‘unknown’ and provide clear guidance enabling you to engage with your client in the option which best suits their personal circumstances.

Upcoming start dates

1 start date available

20 November, 2024

  • Virtual Classroom
  • Online
  • English

Outcome / Qualification etc.

Following all MBL courses, a certificate of attendance will be provided for those who are required to evidence their CPD activity to a professional body.

Training Course Content

Introduction

Since the 1990s family law practitioners have been encouraged to explore out of court dispute resolution methods to assist separating couples in resolving issues between them.

Three decades later many family law practitioners remain unsure of all the options available.

This virtual classroom seminar is intended to provide a clear and practical overview of the various and extensive out of court options. It will explore the reasons why as a practitioner you and your practice can flourish notwithstanding a regular departure from the court process.

The intention will be to dispel the myths of the ‘unknown’ and provide clear guidance enabling you to engage with your client in the option which best suits their personal circumstances.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive session will cover the following:

  • The impact of the new divorce legislation
  • The expectation of the new client
  • Your pressures as a family practitioner
  • Raising the issue of out of court dispute resolution with your client
  • How to approach the ‘other side’
  • The real purpose of the MIAM and how to get the best out of that appointment
  • The bespoke nature of the out of court methods of dispute resolution
  • Mediation and hybrid mediation
  • Neutral evaluation
  • Collaborative practice
  • The private FDR
  • Arbitration
  • The Certainty Project
  • Top tips for out of court dispute resolution

Expenses

From £144
MBL Seminars Limited
C/o Law Business Research
Holborn Gate, 330 High Holborn
WC1V 7QT London

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