Transform high-conflict divorce and custody disputes into lasting, legally sound resolutions using advanced negotiation and de-escalation techniques
Family law mediation plays a significant role in resolving disputes efficiently while reducing the financial and emotional impact of litigation on clients. Effective participation in mediation requires careful preparation, communication management, and an understanding of the procedural and practical issues that influence outcomes.
This session examines how legal practitioners can approach mediation strategically within family law practice. Participants will explore practical issues including client preparation, negotiation dynamics, procedural fairness considerations, and managing high-conflict situations during dispute resolution processes.
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Director | Pippa Colman Family Law
Pippa is one of the most distinguished and highly sought after Accredited Family Law Specialists in the field of family law and also as a Mediator and Arbitrator. She is renowned for her expertise in navigating complex legal matters with discretion and precision, as well as her compassionate approach to clients in distress, and her willingness to go the extra mile to help them, which sets her apart as a trusted advisor. Pippa is also well known for her dedication to continuing professional development and has, since the 1980s, delivered seminars and talks for the Queensland Law Society, the Sunshine Coast Law Association, the Accord Group of Sydney, in Australia, Hong Kong and Malaysia, Legalwise seminars, the Television Education Network, the Queensland University and the Sunshine Coast University. Pippa has been an active member of the Sunshine Coast Law Association since the 1970s, has been a president of the Association and is and has been a committee member for many years. Pippa was a member of the Committee which established the Maroochydore Neighbourhood Centre in the 1970s. She was an active member of the Sunshine Coast Community Legal Service for many years. In 1995, she helped establish the Sunshine Coast Family Contact Centre Association (Inc) which helps children maintain relationships with both of their parents and was recognised by the Supreme Court for her efforts. Pippa has been a member of the Suncoast Business Network, an association of Sunshine Coast business owners, for more than 10 years and is a current member of the Maroochydore Chamber of Commerce. Since 2018 Pippa has been recognised by Doyles Guide as a Leading Family & Divorce Lawyer for the Sunshine Coast and Regional Queensland.
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