Region
Southern Tasmania
Family Mediation Service

The Family Mediation Service is located at the Hobart Family Relationship Centre. This service provides confidential information, support, referrals and family dispute resolution (mediation) to help couples who are separating to resolve a range of disputes.

Services Included
property settlement
financial matters
parenting arrangements
Family dispute resolution is a three step process as follows:
1. Individual intake and assessment
2. Education session regarding children's needs (for parenting matters), the family dispute resolution process and strategies to help with communication and negotiation
3. Joint family dispute resolution session(s)
In this process, the family dispute resolution practitioner (mediator) assists you to communicate with each other about what is important to you and how to make decisions about resolving your dispute. They are independent and neutral and do not give legal advice but can provide information and advice to help address any issues relating to your separation.

The Family Mediation Service is a fee-for-service program. Any concerns about your ability to pay the fee can be discussed with your family dispute resolution practitioner (mediator).
Disability Access
Parking, Ground Floor, Wheelchair access
Hours
Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
Phone
1300 364 277
Address
20 Clare Street, New Town, 7008, TAS