Family members who are in conflict, for example a parent and a child in a traditional family or a step-family context.Â
The mediator is bound by professional ethics to provide an impartial, confidential service. Mediators treat all discussions as strictly confidential. If this becomes apparent mediators will discuss any necessary action to be taken with the couple. Neither party may use information discussed or disclosed in mediation during court proceedings unless this intent has been recorded in the Memorandum of Understanding, which has been converted into an Agreement of Settlement.