It is quicker, more private and often less stressful.
The breakdown of a marriage, civil partnership or long-term relationship can be one of the most stressful periods in life.
Alongside emotional strain, there are often important practical issues to resolve ranging from finances, business interests, pensions and property to arrangements for children.
It’s common for communication to be difficult and for disagreements to quickly become overwhelming.
Taking matters to Court is not always the best solution. Family cases can be lengthy, costly, and emotionally draining.
Many couples now turn to Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) as a calmer, quicker, confidential and more cost-effective way to move forward with their lives.
At Trinity ADR, we offer several family-focused dispute resolution options:
- Mediation: Helps couples reach mutual agreements on a wide range of issues such as finances, property, pensions and parenting without going to Court.
- Family Arbitration: A private process where a trained arbitrator gives a binding decision, similar to a judge.
- Private Financial Dispute Resolution (FDR): A settlement meeting led by an experienced neutral who gives an indication of likely Court outcomes.
- Drafting & Settlement Agreements: Ensures any agreed outcomes are clearly and formally recorded.
Each approach helps reduce conflict and allows both sides to retain more control over the outcome.
At Trinity ADR, our barristers, accredited family mediators and arbitrators assist splitting couples across a wide range of circumstances, from straightforward financial agreements to complex cases involving businesses, pensions, or overseas assets. We also help where financial issues overlap with child arrangements, offering a joined-up and pragmatic approach to resolution.
Some couples need urgent, short-term arrangements e.g. agreeing interim maintenance, occupation of the family home, or immediate child arrangements, such as over holiday periods.
Others require a more structured process to divide assets, value pensions, or finalise long-term financial settlements. Whatever the situation, there is likely to be an option to resolve the issues in dispute through ADR.
Where appropriate, we also work with other professionals such as financial advisers and forensic accountants to ensure every aspect of any settlement is properly considered and dealt with.
Divorce & Separation — FAQs
Family arbitration is a private process where an arbitrator makes a binding decision, similar to a judge.
How does mediation work in separation?
A mediator helps couples reach an agreement on finances or children without going to court.
A hearing led by a neutral who gives guidance on likely outcomes, helping couples settle the issues in dispute.
Can we use ADR if we’ve already started Court proceedings?
Yes. ADR can run alongside court proceedings, and many judges actively encourage it. Settling through mediation or arbitration at any stage can still save significant time and cost.
What happens once we reach an agreement?
Your mediator or arbitrator will prepare a summary of proposals that can be turned into a binding order. Trinity ADR’s Drafting & Settlement Agreements service ensures outcomes are clearly documented and enforceable.
Get in touch with the Trinity ADR team and we’ll explain the process and the best options suited to you.
Trinity ADR
Get in touch for a free, no-obligation consultation to explore your options and determine whether ADR is appropriate for resolving your dispute, with the option to meet remotely via video conference.