Resolution Family Disputes Handbook

Author: Andrew Greensmith
Publisher: Law Society Publishing
ISBN: 9781853287145
Published In: July 2010
Format: Paperback , 320 pages
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
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Disputed divorce cases can result in lengthy court proceedings and, potentially, further harm already damaged relationships. Alternatives to litigation can help to avoid confrontational court cases.

The Resolution Family Disputes Handbook provides an authoritative guide to offering non-court based solutions. Written by Resolution's ADR Committee, the contributors to the book are all leading family practitioners with a wealth of experience in the field. The handbook offers:

an outline of the alternative models available, including information on how they are funded and the different ways of working within a dispute resolution framework
coverage of the procedure involved in running a practice offering collaborative law and/or mediation
examination of specific, more complex issues such as cases with an international dimension, pre-nuptial agreements, and handling communications with other professionals
practical features within the book such as precedents, pro forma letters, and checklists.

Produced in association with Resolution's ADR Committee, this handbook provides a definitive guide to best practice.

Part I - Resolving Disputes:
1. Unresolved conflict;
2. Principles and values;
3. Options;
4. Teams;
5. Funding;
6. Mediation;
7. Collaborative practice;
8. Other mediation models;
9. Support structures;
Part II - Practice and Procedures:
10. Sifting and assessment;
11. Start up;
12. Disclosure;
13. Options;
14. Closure;
Part III - Difficult Issues:
15. Pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements;
16. International disputes;
17. Privilege;
18. Professional duties;
19. What next?;
Part IV - Precedents and Resources.

Andrew Greensmith is a former National Chair of Resolution and a deputy district judge. He is currently Head of the Publishing Committee of Resolution and a divorce and family law specialist and partner at Dickson Haslam, Preston. He is an experienced trainer and a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.

"If you are professionally involved in the area of family law...you will find the advice and comments in this handbook absolutely indispensable."

Phillip Taylor, Richmond Green Chambers