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Nationally accredited mediators · 90% success rate
Mediation for Family, Workplace & Estate Disputes.
Most disputes don't need a courtroom. Our nationally accredited mediators help separating couples, families, businesses and colleagues reach lasting agreements — faster, more affordably, and on terms they choose together.
90%
resolved at mediation
Days
not years in court
100%
you choose the outcome
In short: Mediations Australia provides nationally accredited mediation for family, property, workplace and estate disputes — resolving 90% of matters without court, typically in days or weeks rather than years. We serve clients across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Australia-wide online.
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Two ways through a dispute.
One is almost always quicker, cheaper and leads to better outcomes.
Sometimes court is genuinely necessary — and a good lawyer will tell you when. But for most disputes, mediation gets you there sooner, for less, and with far less strain. Here's the honest comparison.
The court path
- 1–3 years of waiting and uncertainty
- Tens or hundreds of thousands in fees
- A judge decides the outcome, not you
- Adversarial by design — harder on relationships
- Public record, on the court's calendar
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Mediation first
- Resolved in days — often a single session
- A fraction of the cost, fixed-fee to start
- You design the outcome you can live with
- Collaborative — relationships can be preserved
- Completely private and confidential
"Court has its place — but it's rarely the best place to start. Trying mediation first can save everyone time, money and stress, whatever happens next."
Book a Free Consultation →How mediation works
A calm, clear path to agreement.
No jargon, no surprises. A neutral, accredited mediator guides everyone toward a solution — and you decide whether to accept it.
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Meet your mediator
Paired with an accredited specialist who understands the law and the human side.
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The session runs
In person or online, together or in separate rooms — whatever feels right.
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Agreement reached
Around 90% of matters resolve then and there, on terms you've chosen.
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Made binding
We turn your agreement into an enforceable outcome — consent orders or a contract.
What we resolve
If there's a dispute, there's a better way through it.
From the deeply personal to the purely commercial, almost every conflict can be mediated. These are the matters we resolve every week.
Family & separation
Parenting plans, property settlements and divorce — resolved with dignity, decisions kept in your hands.
Family law mediation →Property settlement
Divide assets, debts and superannuation fairly and finally — without losing it to legal fees.
Property settlement →Workplace & employment
Dismissals, contracts and bullying claims handled fast and fairly — before the Fair Work Commission.
Workplace mediation →Parenting & children
Build a parenting plan around what your children need — calm, child-focused and lasting.
Parenting plans →Estate & inheritance
Contested wills and family disagreements resolved privately — preserving relationships at the hardest time.
Estate disputes →Online & remote
Resolve everything by secure video, anywhere in Australia — including regional and remote areas.
Online mediation →Why Mediations Australia
Legal expertise, on the resolution side.
Many of our mediators are also experienced lawyers, so the legal realities of your matter are understood from the start. We work alongside your own lawyer too — many of the people we help are referred to us by the very solicitors advising them.
Nationally accredited
Certified under the Australian Mediator and Dispute Resolution Accreditation Standards (AMDRAS).
Fixed-fee, no surprises
You'll always know what things cost — clarity on your options without an open-ended bill.
Nationwide & online
Offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth — and online mediation Australia-wide.
Meet the team
The people behind every resolution
Our team brings together nationally accredited mediators and experienced lawyers — each with a proven track record of resolving disputes without court.
Common questions
Everything you might be wondering.
What is mediation, and how is it different from going to court?+
Mediation is a structured negotiation led by a neutral, accredited mediator who helps everyone reach an agreement. Unlike a judge, the mediator imposes nothing — you stay in control of the outcome. It's faster, far cheaper, and completely private.
Do I need a lawyer to attend mediation?+
No — a lawyer isn't required to mediate. Legal advice before or after can be wise for complex matters, and many of our mediators are also experienced lawyers, so legal insight is already in the room.
How much does mediation cost?+
You begin with a free initial consultation, so there are no billing surprises. Mediation typically costs a fraction of litigation, and parties usually share the fee. Most disputes resolve in one to two sessions rather than years of court.
How long does mediation take?+
Most disputes are resolved within one to two sessions — often in a single day — compared with court matters that can run for one to three years.
Is everything discussed in mediation confidential?+
Yes. Mediation is conducted on a 'without prejudice' basis, meaning what's said generally can't be used later in court. That confidentiality is exactly what lets everyone speak openly and reach a deal.
Can a mediation agreement be made legally binding?+
Yes. Once you reach agreement it can be formalised into a legally enforceable outcome — through consent orders, a binding financial agreement or court-approved documents. We handle that process for you.
The first step costs nothing but a phone call.
Tell us about your dispute. We'll give you an honest view of whether mediation can help — and how it fits alongside any legal advice you're already getting.
Book a Free Consultation →No obligationTransparent pricingIn person or online