Family Law Mediation & Divorce
A compassionate alternative to divorce litigation
Adv. Etiene van Wyk is NABFAM-accredited as a Family & Divorce Mediator and qualified to conduct court-annexed mediations.
What This Service Is
Divorce and family disputes are amongst the most difficult experiences anyone can go through. We take a compassionate, comprehensive approach to divorce and post-divorce mediation that can save you from the financial and emotional toll of prolonged litigation.
Mediation gives both parties a structured, respectful space to work through the practical issues of separation, including parenting arrangements, division of assets, and maintenance, guided by a highly respected and senior accredited mediator.
Adv. Etiene van Wyk has successfully met the National Accreditation Board for Family Mediators (NABFAM) standards required to accredit as a Family & Divorce Mediator, and has the necessary skills, experience, and competence to conduct court-annexed mediations.
Our aim is always to help families reach a fair, sustainable agreement while minimising conflict, cost, and the impact on any children involved.
Who It's For
- Couples going through a divorce who want to avoid contested court proceedings
- Separated parents needing to agree on parenting plans and care arrangements
- Families needing to resolve maintenance, asset division, or post-divorce disputes
- Anyone who wants a respectful, private process rather than an adversarial court battle
What's Included / Our Process
- An initial consultation to understand the family's circumstances and objectives
- A structured, confidential mediation process covering the issues that need resolution
- Facilitated discussion of parenting plans, asset division, and maintenance where relevant
- Assistance in documenting the agreement reached for incorporation into a settlement or court order
- Support with post-divorce disputes that arise after settlement
Key Benefits
- Considerably less costly and time-consuming than contested divorce litigation
- A private, dignified process that reduces conflict between parties
- Puts the family, and any children, at the centre of decision-making
- Facilitated by an accredited mediator with extensive experience in family disputes
- NABFAM-accredited as a Family & Divorce Mediator, qualified to conduct court-annexed mediations
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What Our Clients Say
“Adv. Etiene van Wyk's divorce mediation was incredibly efficient and saved me so much money and heartache. His legal knowledge and mediation skills prevented unnecessary trauma, and I recommend this process to anyone facing a divorce.”
“I was initially dreading the divorce process, but Adv. Etiene van Wyk's mediation made everything easier, faster, and far less costly. His approach helped me avoid excessive emotional strain, and I highly suggest this service to anyone in a similar situation.”
“Thanks to Adv. Etiene van Wyk's skilled mediation, I was able to navigate my divorce with minimal financial and emotional cost. His expertise turned a challenging time into a manageable process, and I recommend his services to anyone contemplating divorce.”
“The divorce mediation with Adv. Etiene van Wyk was a lifesaver. His professionalism and knowledge kept the process efficient and respectful, saving me money and sparing me from unnecessary trauma. I recommend his services wholeheartedly.”
“I can't thank Adv. Etiene van Wyk enough for his expert mediation during my divorce. His guidance saved me significant costs and emotional stress, and I strongly advise anyone considering divorce to use this invaluable process.”
“Adv. Etiene van Wyk's mediation services made a difficult time much more bearable. His legal skills and efficiency minimised costs and trauma, and I recommend this approach to anyone facing a divorce—it truly makes a difference.”