Mediation in divorce and family proceedings
There are some circumstances in which mediation is inappropriate:
For example:
If your partner has been violent towards you or you are afraid he / she is likely to become violent.
If your partner lived more than 2 hours away from a mediation service, or if there is no mediator available in your area, or they cannot deal with your particular problem.
Also if you suffer from a disability or any other restriction on your ability to travel to see a mediator or for them to assist you then you will not be required to attend mediation.
Divorce - marriage has irretrievably broken down