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Mediation

3 replies

pinkpixie83 · 24/10/2019 09:32

So my exH wanted mediation as the kids are currently refusing to see him, this is down to issues with his partner and them feeling completely pushed out.
He went to a mediation company that was really difficult for me to get to and also very expensive, then when I called to discuss it with them, their receptionist/office manager was really rude to me, to the point she had me in tears. I complained to them, and their CEO agreed, and said himself he would understand if I felt I couldn't use them.

So I went and found a company, in a better location for me, and £60 each a session cheaper, and had my first session. He has now refused mediation with them. So we are stuck in this stalemate, he wanted mediation but clearly only on his terms. Now what? I don't see the point in applying to court, because I'm not stopping the children, they are refusing, also I really can't afford court.

Will he look like an idiot if he applies for court, bearing in mind I have tried to find a comprise with mediation?>

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kitk · 24/10/2019 13:22

If you end up in court you'll both get a telling off for not being able to agree through mediation even tho it's not your fault. How old are your kids and why don't they want to see him?

FatherB · 24/10/2019 16:54

Keep in mind that I don't know all the details but from what you said it seems like objectively you both acted in bad faith. He went to a mediation company without agreeing to one with you first, and you in turn did the same to him. Had you both agreed to a location because of cost and distance then you wouldn't have had an issue. For that reason I think the court will tell you both off, and then assign you to a mediator on the day, at least based on my limited experience.

Whoknows11 · 24/10/2019 18:04

I've had this before! Just another game my ex wanted to play to control me!

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