WHAT IS A MIAM?
A MIAM is a Mediation Information Assessment Meeting.
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It is a pre-mediation meeting between you and a mediator to find out about mediation and explore ways to find solutions to your dispute.
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In the MIAM the mediator will discuss :
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What your options might be.
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What mediation is, and how it works.
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The benefits of mediation and other appropriate forms of resolving disputes.
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The likely costs of using mediation.
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If you are eligible for Mediation Voucher and/or Legal Aid.
Do I have to attend a MIAM?
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If you are in dispute with your ex, or are having difficulties settling your separation, you may be thinking about court proceedings.
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Before an application can be made to court, you are usually required to attend a Mediation Information Assessment Meeting (MIAM).
The aim of a MIAM is to see if mediation could be used to resolve your difficulties, rather than going to court.
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The MIAM will usually be the mediator and just you.
What happens at a MIAM?
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In a MIAM you will have the opportunity to tell the mediator about your situation and the issues that need to be agreed upon, the mediator will also explain the mediation process to you.
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What happens after the MIAM?
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At the end of the meeting, the mediator will tell you whether your case is suitable for mediation, and you can decide whether you want to proceed with mediation or explore another option for resolving your issues.