It is compulsory for the majority of couples seeking a divorce or separation to attend a MIAM, the aim of which is to ascertain whether mediation is appropriate in your circumstances. At a MIAM, Bridget or Lisa will speak to you about the process to ensure you understand how it works. They will then contact your partner and have the same conversation with them. Sometimes this is face to face and sometimes on the telephone. If your partner refuses to engage in the discussion or tells us they do not wish to mediate, we can then sign your Application to commence the court process. For an individual, Bridget charges £250+ VAT and Lisa charges £300+ VAT for a MIAM.