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After months maybe years of arguen with my ex over what days I can have my son, I decided to contact mediation,
Messed work around trying to arrange a day that my ex partner demanded, come to the day I arrived and she didnt show up, said somethings come up tell mediation to call me if they want to sort another day.
One month later, she is now refusing to do mediation.
Mediation said they will provide me with forms to proceed, does anybody know the next steps?? Would I best be getting a solicitor or can i mention the refusal to attend mediation??
Hi there,
The next step now that mediation has failed is to appy to the court for a Child Arrrangements Order for contact. Have a look at the stickys at the top of the Legal Eagle section, there's lots of information on the court process.
Some members instruct a solicitor to act for them and some self represent, it's doable and if you decide to go it alone you will get plenty of advice and support from others here that have been through it.
The mediator will sign the C100 form which you would then submit to the family court, there is a fee of £215 to apply for an order, unless you are on a low wage or receiving benefits, in which case you may be entitled to an exemption and you would apply for that on form. EX160a.
If you have any questions just post in the appropriate section and one of us will do their best to help.
I notice you have posted this in the Child Maintenance section, it will get more attention in the Legal Eagle section so I'll move it over for you.
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