Why Choose Us

At Assent, we help you find solutions that are supportive, safe and tailored to your needs.

Because if you’ve already found yourself in the back and forth of lawyer letters or the inside of a courtroom, you’ll know that the process can be extremely costly and reduced to ticking boxes, fixed methods and emotionless paperwork.

But in reality, there are so many more layers, emotions and complexities to your situation and no two separations will look exactly the same.

At Assent, we recognise this. Through a tailored, compassionate and respectful process, we keep the decision making in your hands rather than the court deciding for you.

We know, right now it may be hard to see past the struggles, mess and emotions. Hard to see the opportunity on the other side and make room for rewriting, relearning and redefining.

But we’ve helped thousands of couples work through their separation, ranging from amicable situations to highly complex and conflictual and find the opportunity waiting for them on the other side.

And there’s opportunity waiting for you, too.

We’d love to help you find it.

Trusted. Accredited. Recognised.

 


You can feel confident you’re in safe hands. Every Assent Group practitioner is a registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) with the Attorney-General’s Department and holds professional accreditation with leading industry bodies, including:

This ensures our clients receive guidance that meets the highest national standards of training, ethics, and professional practice.

At Assent, we offer more than just mediation, we offer clarity, structure, and real solutions.
Here’s what sets us apart:

We Care, You’re Not Just a File to Us

We’re not here to tick boxes, we’re here to help you achieve meaningful, lasting outcomes.

Each practitioner manages a limited caseload to ensure you’re not left waiting weeks or months between sessions.

Qualified and Experienced

All practitioners have years of experience in both parenting and financial matters - not just parenting.

Our mediators are trained to manage conflict, restore balance and keep your matter on track, even when emotions run high.

We're not here to be a mouthpiece for each side - we’re here to guide a constructive path to your goal of resolution.

Speak to a real person

You won’t be stuck in voicemail loops or waiting days for a response. When you reach out, you’ll speak directly with a knowledgeable team member - no call centres, no runaround. Real people ready to help.

Getting it right the first time

Our pathways support you through to a formalised, legally enforceable agreement, saving you time and stress.

We focus on getting it right the first time, with a clear considered process and steady progress.

Legally Informed, Cost-Saving

We stay up to date with changes to Family Law (including recent updates as at May and June 2025).

We help clients save thousands in legal fees and avoid the drawn-out back-and-forth that can come with lawyer-led negotiations.

Not a Triage Service

At Assent, you won’t be passed from one person to the next. All of our team members are employed, trained in the Assent approach, and committed to delivering a consistent, high-quality service.

Unlike services that simply allocate work to external contractors who share a website, we offer a personalised and connected experience with a dedicated team member who’s with you from start to finish.

Secure and Professional Systems

Your documents are stored in a sophisticated, secure digital environment - not on personal laptops or email threads.

Confidentiality, compliance, and data security are non-negotiable.

Keeping the Future in Mind

We understand that separation doesn't end when the paperwork does. Our approach helps preserve the foundation for future shared moments, graduations, birthdays, weddings, and beyond, by keeping the process respectful, constructive, and focused on outcomes.

What we stand for

Objectivity

We always choose objectivity over prejudice, demonstrating respect to everyone and standing firm in our unbiased approach

Safety

Emotional and physical safety is first and foremost. We create an environment where both parties are free to express their concerns.

Opportunity

We strive to instil hope in the people we work with. Not just hope for a good outcome but hope for a new beginning.

Adaptable

We take a tailored approach, as no two situations look exactly the same. Every case is different and conflict can be complex, deep and personal.

Integrity

Our team are trustworthy, highly skilled and reliable, always following through on what we say we’ll do.