Looking for Divorce, Separation & Mediation Services in Melbourne

Navigating all your separation needs with care and competence

 

Navigate Separation with Confidence, Compassion & Control

At Assent Group, we help Melbourne families move through separation and divorce with professionalism and empathy. Our accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners and mediators offer a safe, structured space to resolve financial, parenting, and emotional matters respectfully.

Whether you’re engaging family lawyers Melbourne or seeking mediation as a more cooperative alternative, we help you navigate separation efficiently, saving time, money, and stress. Through divorce services Melbourne and mediation services Melbourne, we empower individuals to reach agreements that feel fair, sustainable, and future-focused.

We’re proud to support Melbourne residents with trusted separation services Melbourne, providing clarity, compassion, and solutions tailored to your family’s unique circumstances.

 

Why Choose Assent Mediation

We Care, You’re Not Just a File to Us

We know every family’s situation is different. Each practitioner manages a small caseload, allowing us to offer timely, attentive service and genuine care for every client.

Qualified and Experienced

Our mediators bring extensive experience across parenting, property, and financial matters. Trained in both negotiation and emotional management, they keep sessions calm, respectful, and productive. If you’re considering divorce lawyers Melbourne, our approach offers a legally informed, cost-effective alternative focused on cooperation.

Speak to a real person

When you contact us, you’ll speak directly to an experienced professional, not a call centre. We provide personal support from the first conversation to the final agreement.

Getting it right the first time

We help clients achieve outcomes that last, crafting formal, enforceable agreements with clear, structured documentation.

Legally Informed, Cost-Saving

Expert legal insight, without the legal drama, independent guidance that saves you money, time, and unnecessary conflict through divorce family lawyers Melbourne or traditional lawyer-led negotiations.

Not a Triage Service

At Assent, you work with one dedicated mediator throughout. We don’t rotate cases or outsource; you’ll have continuity and consistent guidance.

Secure and Professional Systems

Your information is handled within an encrypted, compliant environment. Confidentiality and professionalism are our non-negotiables.

Keeping the Future in Mind

Our mission is to help families transition respectfully. Mediation can preserve communication and reduce conflict, making it easier to co-parent or stay amicable for years to come.

We understand that contacting a professional can feel daunting. Whether you’ve spoken to family lawyers Melbourne already or are exploring options for the first time, we provide a supportive space where you can feel safe, informed, and understood.

Wherever You Are in Your Journey, We’ll Meet You There

 
  • We can assist in formalising existing terms into clear, enforceable agreements.

  • Our mediators offer structured sessions designed to keep the discussion calm and on track.

  • We’ll explain what is important to know, so you know exactly what to expect and can make an informed choice to what path is right for you.

  • Start with a conversation, not conflict. We guide you from the first steps through interim decisions, helping reduce uncertainty during separation.

Here’s how we can help you

Assent Group supports individuals and couples in Melbourne to resolve separation, parenting, and financial matters respectfully and efficiently. Whether you want to minimise legal fees, reduce conflict, or gain certainty about the future, our mediation approach helps you achieve it.

Our mediation services Melbourne and divorce services Melbourne cover:

Our approach combines independent legal advice with a streamlined process, helping you reach balanced and enforceable outcomes without unnecessary delays.

“Assent has saved you thousands in legal costs and provided you with a robust and fair process to negotiate and complete your financial settlement, that includes the use of quality independent legal advice

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The Assent Difference

Tailored Approach

No two families are the same. We shape each process around your needs and goals.

Safety First

We specialise in managing sensitive matters, including family violence and high-conflict cases, ensuring sessions remain safe and balanced.

Compassion

We blend empathy with objectivity, respecting both perspectives while keeping outcomes practical and fair.

FAQs - Family & Divorce Lawyers Melbourne

  • It’s a structured, confidential process that helps separated couples resolve disputes about children, property, or finances without going to court.

  • Yes. All our mediators are accredited FDR Practitioners authorised to issue Section 60I Certificates when needed.

  • Our affordable mediation Melbourne provides clear, upfront fees — no hidden costs, no surprises, and no hourly billing.

  • Yes. We help design child-focused parenting plans and fair financial settlements that work for both parties.

  • Agreements can be formalised as Consent Orders or made legally enforceable through Binding Financial Agreement.

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Together, we can redefine the road ahead. It all starts with a conversation.

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