Mediation Option 1

This option is for parties with substantial disagreement on all divorce matters, including division of assets, spousal and child maintenance, and a parenting plan for the children.

The total cost of this mediation option is R49,550, shared equally between the parties, with each party having to pay R24,775 (see the attached quotation).

This option includes six individual sessions, three joint sessions, and a divorce settlement agreement, with a parenting plan and maintenance court order optional.

The structure will be as follows, or any variation thereof:

Individual Session 1 A
Individual Session 1 B
Joint Session 1
Individual Session 2 A
Individual Session 2 B
Joint Session 2
Individual Session 3 A
Individual Session 3 B
Joint Session 3
  • Each session lasts 2 hours
  • Each party is responsible for 50% of the total fees
  • The total fees must be paid before mediation can start for the following reasons:
    • It eliminates non-payment being used as a stalling tactic during mediation
    • Paying per session typically leads to more sessions and higher costs
    • It motivates the parties to reach an agreement and stay within budget

A refund of 100% will apply to unused sessions if the parties successfully sign the legal documents.