At Lyon Legal Services, we believe in resolving disputes with dignity, compassion, and clarity. That’s why we offer professional mediation services in Northern NSW, helping individuals, families, and businesses reach fair and lasting agreements—without the stress of going to court.
Whether you’re navigating a family separation, a workplace conflict, or an estate dispute, our experienced legal professionals can help you find common ground through confidential mediation.
Family conflicts are often emotionally complex and deeply personal. Our family law mediation services help separated couples or families navigate:
We follow a child-focused approach where the child’s best interests guide all discussions. Family mediation is often required before applying to the Family Court for parenting orders under the Family Law Act 1975.
💡 Related Service: Parenting Coordination – Ideal for families needing ongoing co-parenting support after mediation.
Divorcing couples can resolve their differences amicably through divorce mediation, without costly and drawn-out legal battles. We help parties:
We ensure respectful communication and offer online mediation for remote or time-sensitive cases.
Workplace conflict, if left unresolved, can disrupt productivity and morale. Our workplace mediation services support:
Our mediators help businesses maintain legal compliance and promote harmonious working environments.
💡 Need help with business legal disputes? Explore our Commercial Law Solutions.
Disputes over wills and estates can fracture families. Our estate mediation services help resolve:
Our estate mediation process preserves family relationships while addressing legal complexities.
💡 Prevent future estate disputes by visiting our Estate Planning Services.
Neurelle Lyon is also a qualified Collaborative Practitioner, trained to facilitate a unique, client-centred dispute resolution process known as collaborative practice. This approach is designed to help separating couples resolve issues—such as parenting arrangements and property settlements—without the need for court intervention. In collaborative practice, all parties and their lawyers sign a participation agreement, committing to work cooperatively and transparently towards a mutually acceptable resolution.
Collaborative practice is often supported by a multi-disciplinary team, which may include financial advisors, child specialists, and other professionals to provide a holistic, informed process. Structured meetings are held with all parties present, with a focus on open communication, good-faith negotiation, and identifying the underlying interests of each party. If the process is unsuccessful and litigation becomes necessary, the collaborative lawyers must withdraw, ensuring that all participants remain genuinely committed to resolution.
Neurelle’s background as a Family Lawyer, Nationally Accredited Mediator, and Parenting Coordinator complements her collaborative work, enabling her to guide families through separation with empathy, clarity, and a strong focus on long-term, workable solutions. Her commitment to reducing conflict and keeping matters out of court reflects her deep belief in preserving dignity, especially when children are involved.
Jason is a qualified mediator and Parenting Coordinator, accredited as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP). He assists families in resolving disputes related to parenting, property, and estate matters. Jason’s approach focuses on open communication, mutual respect, and finding practical solutions that prioritise the best interests of children and family stability.
A confidential meeting to assess your situation, discuss goals, and explain the mediation process.
Both parties prepare for mediation with guidance from our mediators. Ground rules are established to promote respectful and productive discussions.
Structured sessions where our mediators facilitate open dialogue, helping you identify issues, generate options, and negotiate mutually acceptable agreements.
Once an agreement is reached, it can be formalised into legally binding orders or parenting plans, depending on your needs.
For a Trusted Solution
If you’re ready to resolve family disputes amicably, contact Lyon Legal & Conveyancing today. Our mediators, Neurelle Lyon and Jason Sutton, are here to help you find practical, fair, and child-focused solutions.
Let’s work together to build a better future for your family.
Mediation costs vary depending on complexity and duration. At Lyon Legal Services, we offer affordable fixed-fee mediation packages, and in some situations, you may qualify for free mediation in NSW through community or legal aid services.
Generally, parties share the cost equally unless agreed otherwise. In court-referred mediation, costs can be managed through court orders or subsidies.
Yes. Especially in family law cases, courts expect parties to attempt Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) before filing. Refusing without a valid reason (e.g. domestic violence) may affect your legal standing.
The mediation itself is not legally binding, but any agreements reached can be formalised into binding consent orders or financial agreements through the court.
Most sessions last 2–4 hours, but complex matters may require multiple sessions. We offer half-day and full-day mediation formats.