Our editorial standards
People reading our guides are often going through a difficult time. We aim to give them information that is accurate, up to date, easy to understand and honest about its limits.
Who writes our content
Our guides are written by Romina Kamran, Ark's founder and lead mediator (FMC Accredited, 1399A), and our service pages are checked by FMC-registered mediators. Profiles of our mediators, including their Family Mediation Council numbers, are on our team page.
Accuracy and sources
- We base legal and procedural information on primary sources such as GOV.UK, the Family Procedure Rules and the Family Mediation Council.
- Where we state a fee, timescale or statistic, we say where it comes from and when it was last checked.
- Our own prices are published in one place, our fees page, so every page shows the same figures.
Plain English
We explain legal terms the first time we use them, keep sentences short, and avoid jargon wherever we can.
Not legal advice
Mediators are impartial and do not give legal advice. Our guides are general information. For advice on your own circumstances, speak to a family law solicitor, or book a free call with us to understand your options.
Reviews and updates
Each guide shows the date it was last updated. We review guides when the law or court procedures change, such as the 2024 changes to MIAMs, and at least once a year.
Corrections
If you spot something that's wrong or out of date, please email contact@arkmediation.co.uk. We will check it and correct it promptly.
Use of AI
We may use AI tools to help draft or summarise content. Everything we publish is reviewed by a person before it goes live. Our chat assistant gives general information only and always points you to a mediator for advice about your situation.