Family Law Mediation
Service for Australia
At Summit Conflict Resolution we offer Mediation services as a compassionate and cost effective means to help families navigate disputes, reducing financial pressures and emotional strains.
About Summit Conflict Resolution
Janelle Rollo is an experienced Family Lawyer and Independent Children's Lawyer who offers compassionate and clear guidance as a Mediator to your family law dispute. Whether it be a parenting dispute or property dispute, or both, Janelle has the experience and knowledge of family law in Australia to guide you through this process in a cost effective manner.
Janelle Rollo is also an experienced Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and is able to issue section 60I Certificates should your dispute not resolve at Mediation. This allows you to file an Initiating Application in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia if you need to proceed down the path of litigation.
About Summit Conflict Resolution
Janelle Rollo is an experienced Family Lawyer and Independent Children’s Lawyer who offers compassionate and clear guidance as a Mediator to your family law dispute. Whether it be a parenting dispute or property dispute, or both, Janelle has the experience and knowledge of family law in Australia to guide you through this process in a cost effective manner.
Janelle Rollo is also an experienced Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and is able to issue section 60I Certificates should your dispute not resolve at Mediation. This allows you to file an Initiating Application in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia if you need to proceed down the path of litigation.
Guiding you to peaceful, compassionate resolutions
Mediation Services
Janelle offers Mediation services throughout Australia that are child-focused and centre on reaching resolutions for you and your family.
Parenting
Arrangements
Resolve your parenting arrangements including where your children live and what time they spend with each parent, communication, specific issues, child support and relocation.
Section 60I
Certificates
We can issue s60I Certificates if you need to go to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia and obtain a Parenting Order.
Property Settlement &
Finances
Can’t agree on your property settlement? Mediation helps you reach agreement on what will happen to your property, such as your home, your superannuation, child support and your debts.
Summit Conflict Resolution Process
Janelle offers clear and simple processes that are easy to understand and follow to ensure you get the most out of the Mediation process.
- Intake:
Janelle will discuss with you and assess if your matter is suitable for Family Dispute Resolution. This is a discussion to ensure Family Dispute Resolution is right for you.
- The Mediation:
Janelle can hold the Mediation in person or remotely as required. Janelle can provide flexible arrangements for half day or full day mediations.
- Resolution:
Should your dispute resolve through the FDR process, Janelle will help you resolve your dispute in a way which can be formalised into an agreement that can be formalised by way of Consent Orders, Parenting Plan or a Binding Financial Agreement.
Why Mediate with Janelle
Empathy-Driven Conflict Resolution.
Janelle has 19 years experience as a Family Law Solicitor practicing in Australia, mainly Brisbane and South-East Queensland. Janelle is also an Independent Children’s Lawyer and as such, takes a very child-focused approach to FDR. Being a single mother to two teenage sons, Janelle has personal experience Parenthood.
- Janelle has extensive experience in all areas of family law disputes;
- Janelle takes a very child-focused approach to FDR;
- Janelle is acutely aware of the benefits to resolving family law disputes on your terms in a manner that both parties can live with and adhere to.
Why Mediate with Janelle
Empathy-Driven Conflict Resolution.
Janelle has 19 years experience as a Family Law Solicitor practicing in Australia, mainly Brisbane and South-East Queensland. Janelle is also an Independent Children’s Lawyer and as such, takes a very child-focused approach to FDR. Being a single mother to two teenage sons, Janelle has personal experience Parenthood.
- Janelle has extensive experience in all areas of family law disputes.
- Janelle takes a very child-focused approach to FDR.
- Janelle is acutely aware of the benefits to resolving family law disputes in a manner that both parties can live with and adhere to.
Membership
FAQs about Mediation
Is Family Dispute Resolution legally binding?
Agreements reached at Mediation can be formalised into Consent Orders and sealed by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. This can make any agreements reached at Mediation legally binding.
How long does Mediation take?
The average time for family mediation in Australia can vary, but it generally ranges from a few hours to a few days.
Short mediations:
Some mediations, particularly for less complex matters, can be resolved in a single session lasting a few hour.
Typical mediation:
Many mediations take around 3-4 hours, especially when addressing multiple issues.
Longer mediations:
More complex cases, or those with multiple issues to resolve, may require multiple sessions or even extend over a few days.
Can I bring a lawyer to Mediation?
Yes, you are always permitted to bring your lawyer to Mediation. This can be helpful in supporting you during the Mediation process to make practical decisions that are legally enforceable. Lawyers often greatly assist their clients in staying on track in the Mediation and providing legal advice around the enforceability of agreements that are being discussed during the Mediation process.
What happens if Mediation fails?
Mediations that don’t reach a full resolution of disputes can then proceed to Court by filing an Initiating Application in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. In Janelle’s experience, even if your dispute doesn’t fully resolve, Mediation significantly reduces the issues in dispute.
Contact Us
For any inquiries or to book a session, please use the appointment form below—we’re here to help you move forward with clarity and support.