Family law mediation offers South African families a structured, confidential way to resolve disputes outside the courtroom. This article explains what family law mediation is, how the mediation process works in South Africa, and when choosing mediation over court proceedings makes practical and financial sense.
Family Law Mediation in South Africa (Quick Overview)
Across South Africa, from Cape Town to Johannesburg and Durban, families facing divorce, separation, or disputes about children are increasingly turning to mediation services as an alternative to traditional litigation. Whether the issue involves parenting plans, maintenance payments, or how to divide the family home, mediation offers a way to resolve these matters without the hostility, expense, and delay of contested court proceedings.
Family law mediation is voluntary, meaning both parties agree to participate freely. The process is confidential, with discussions held on a without-prejudice basis, which means what is said in mediation cannot be used against either party in court if the process does not succeed. When parties do reach agreement, the outcome is recorded in a written agreement that can be made an order of the court under the Divorce Act 70 of 1979 or the Children’s Act 38 of 2005.
The cost and time savings are significant:
| Factor | Mediation | Contested Litigation |
|---|---|---|
| Typical cost | R20,000 – R50,000 | R100,000 – R500,000+ |
| Timeline | 4 – 8 weeks | 12 – 24 months or longer |
| Control over outcome | Parties decide | Judge or Magistrate decides |
| Confidentiality | Private and confidential | Public record (with some child protections) |
Unlike litigation in the High Court or Regional Courts, where a magistrate or judge imposes a decision after hearing arguments, mediation lets families retain control. Both parties work together to craft solutions that fit their circumstances, rather than having outcomes dictated by someone who met them for the first time in court.
The rest of this article covers what mediation actually involves, why it is often preferable to litigation, how the process unfolds step by step, its child-focused approach, the typical issues addressed, when mediation works best, and how to choose a qualified mediator.
What Is Family Law Mediation?
Family law mediation is a structured process where an independent, trained mediator helps parties in a family dispute negotiate their own settlement. The mediator does not take sides, does not represent either party, and does not make decisions. Instead, the mediator facilitates communication, helps clarify the issues, and guides the parties toward practical solutions.
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Key characteristics of mediation
Voluntary participation
Both parties must agree to mediate. No one can force a person into mediation, and either party can withdraw at any point. This voluntary nature often leads to more genuine engagement with the process.
Confidentiality
Discussions in mediation are confidential and held on a without-prejudice basis. This means that if mediation fails and the matter proceeds to court, neither party can refer to what was said or offered during mediation sessions. This protection encourages open, honest discussion.
Future-focused approach
Unlike litigation, which often involves extensive evidence about past conduct and blame, mediation concentrates on practical arrangements for the future. The goal is to reach workable agreements rather than to win an argument about who was at fault.
Facilitation, not adjudication
The mediator does not rule on who is right or wrong. Instead, accredited mediators use techniques like reality-testing proposals, reframing disputes, and managing emotions to help parties find common ground. If there is a power imbalance between the parties, a skilled mediator will use private meetings (called caucuses) to address this.
Common issues addressed in mediation
Family mediators help parties resolve a wide range of disputes:
- Divorce settlement terms including property division
- Division of the joint estate or accrual claims
- Spousal maintenance under Section 7 of the Divorce Act 70 of 1979
- Children’s residence, contact, and care arrangements
- Parenting plans detailing day-to-day and holiday schedules
- Child maintenance calculations
- Post divorce variations to existing arrangements
When mediation succeeds, the agreement is documented in a settlement agreement and, where children are involved, a detailed parenting plan. These documents can be submitted to the court and made an order, giving them the same legal force as any other court order.
Who can be a mediator?
In South Africa, family mediators come from various professional backgrounds. Many are:
- Attorneys with family law experience
- Social workers registered with SACSSP
- Psychologists registered with HPCSA
- Specialist family mediators with accredited training
The National Accreditation Board for Family Mediators (NABFAM) sets standards for training and accreditation. Most accredited mediators have completed at least 40 hours of formal divorce mediation training, including role-playing high-conflict scenarios and learning South African family law.
Why Choose Mediation Instead of Litigation?
South African courts increasingly encourage mediation before trial. The Supreme Court of Appeal in the case of MB v NB (2012) specifically urged parties to attempt mediation before proceeding with contested litigation. This judicial support reflects the practical benefits mediation offers over traditional court proceedings.
The adversarial alternative
In traditional litigation, each party instructs their own legal practitioners, who prepare affidavits, gather evidence, and argue the case in court. The process is inherently adversarial. Each side presents their version, often in the most favourable light, while attacking the other’s position.
This approach has its place, but in family disputes it often escalates conflict rather than resolving it. By the time a court date arrives, relationships may be irreparably damaged, and the whole family bears the emotional cost.
Cost advantages of mediation
Mediation typically costs a fraction of contested litigation:
- Mediators charge hourly rates (often R1,500 – R3,000 per hour), with costs shared equally between parties
- A full mediation typically requires 3 to 6 sessions
- Total costs frequently stay under R50,000 for both parties combined
Compare this to contested divorce proceedings in the High Court:
- Legal fees can easily reach R100,000 to R500,000 or more per party
- Additional costs include counsel fees, expert reports, and court fees
- Failed settlement attempts along the way add further expense
For families already dealing with the financial implications of separation, the cost effective nature of mediation is a significant advantage.
Time savings
The divorce process through contested litigation is slow. Matters in the High Court routinely take 12 to 24 months or longer, depending on the court roll and complexity of issues. Urgent applications may proceed faster, but comprehensive divorce settlements take time when parties cannot agree.
Mediation offers a faster path:
- Sessions can be scheduled within days or weeks
- Most matters resolve within 4 to 8 weeks
- Even complex financial disputes rarely require more than 10 sessions
This speed matters. Prolonged uncertainty affects everyone’s well being, particularly children caught between parents who cannot finalise arrangements.
Emotional benefits
Litigation is a painful process for most families. Court appearance after court appearance, each side filing affidavits alleging misconduct or poor parenting, takes a toll. The adversarial nature forces parties into opposing corners.
Mediation offers a different dynamic:
- Sessions take place in a private, neutral setting
- The mediator manages communication to keep discussions respectful
- Parties can speak directly to each other, rather than through lawyers and affidavits
- The focus on future solutions reduces rehashing of past grievances
For parents who must continue co-parenting for years after separation, preserving a working relationship matters. Children benefit when their parents can communicate without hostility.
Better compliance with agreements
Research consistently shows that agreements reached through mediation are more durable than court-imposed orders. A 2022 study in the South African Journal of Psychology found that mediated agreements had compliance rates around 90%, compared to approximately 65% for contested court orders.
This makes sense. When both parties involved participate in crafting the solution, they understand the reasoning behind each term. They have ownership of the outcome rather than feeling a decision was imposed on them.
Child-Centred, Best-Interests Approach
Under Section 28 of the Constitution and Section 7 of the Children’s Act 38 of 2005, the best interests of the child are paramount in any matter concerning children. This principle shapes every aspect of family law mediation involving parents and children.
Shifting focus from parents to children
In parenting disputes, mediation shifts the conversation away from parental rights and toward children’s needs. The question is not “What do I want?” but rather “What does our child need?”
The Children’s Act identifies several factors relevant to a child’s best interests:
- The child’s physical and emotional security
- The need for stability and continuity
- The child’s relationship with each parent and other family members
- The capacity of each parent to provide for the child’s needs
- Any history of family violence or abuse
A good mediator keeps these considerations central throughout negotiations.
Practical parenting plans
One of mediation’s strengths is producing detailed, practical parenting plans tailored to each family’s circumstances. Unlike generic court orders, mediated plans can address the specific realities of the parties’ lives.
A comprehensive parenting plan typically covers:
Residence arrangements
- Where the child will live primarily
- Whether a shared residence arrangement is appropriate
Contact schedules
- Weekday contact with the other parent
- Weekend rotations (e.g., alternate weekends from Friday afternoon to Sunday evening)
- School holiday arrangements, often split 50/50 with alternating first choice
- Public holidays and special occasions like birthdays
Decision-making
- Major decisions about education, healthcare, and religious upbringing
- Day-to-day decisions during each parent’s contact time
- How parents will communicate about the child
Practical logistics
- Transport arrangements for handovers
- School communication and access to reports
- Medical information sharing
- Rules about introducing new partners
Future dispute resolution
- Agreement to return to mediation before court if disagreements arise
- Process for reviewing arrangements as children grow
Developmentally appropriate arrangements
Parenting plans should reflect children’s ages and developmental stages. What works for an infant differs from what suits a teenager.
For younger children, shorter, more frequent contact often works better than long periods away from the primary caregiver. As children grow, arrangements can shift. Teenagers may want input into their own schedules, and mediation can accommodate this.
Section 10 of the Children’s Act recognises that children should participate in decisions affecting them, appropriate to their age and maturity. In some cases, mediators involve child specialists, such as psychologists conducting voice-of-the-child assessments, to ensure children’s perspectives inform the parenting plan.
Reducing children’s exposure to conflict
Research consistently shows that parental conflict harms children more than the separation itself. Data from Durban’s Family Advocacy Forum indicates that mediated families report 50% less inter-parental tension post-agreement compared to those who litigated.
By keeping negotiations calm and private, mediation shields children from overheard arguments, hostile exchanges at handovers, and the stress of knowing their parents are fighting in court. The structured process channels disagreement into productive problem-solving rather than open warfare.
The Mediation Process: Step-by-Step
While each mediator has their own approach, most family law mediation in South Africa follows a recognisable structure. Understanding what to expect helps parties prepare and engage effectively.
Stage 1: Initial contact and intake
The mediation process begins when one or both parties contact a mediator, often after a referral from legal practitioners, the Family Advocate, or through their own research. Some parties agree together to mediate; others are encouraged by attorneys who recognise that litigation will be costly and damaging.
The mediator conducts an intake assessment, typically through phone calls or individual meetings with each party. This serves several purposes:
- Understanding the basic background and issues
- Explaining how mediation works
- Assessing suitability for mediation
- Screening for domestic violence or coercion that might make mediation inappropriate
- Discussing fees and logistics
Screening for domestic violence is essential. Where there is severe ongoing abuse, mediation may be inappropriate without significant safeguards, or may need to give way to court intervention and protection orders.
Stage 2: First joint session
The first joint session brings both parties together with the mediator. This session establishes the framework for everything that follows.
The mediator typically:
- Sets ground rules for respectful communication (no interruptions, avoiding inflammatory language)
- Explains confidentiality and its limits
- Clarifies the voluntary nature of the process
- Identifies the issues to be addressed
- Discusses the sequence of topics
This session is about creating a safe space for negotiation. Both parties sign an Agreement to Mediate confirming they understand and accept the process.
Stage 3: Exploring issues and exchanging information
Subsequent mediation sessions work through the identified issues systematically. The exact number of sessions depends on complexity:
- Simple parenting disputes may resolve in 2-3 sessions
- Standard divorces typically require 4-6 sessions
- Complex financial matters may need 8-10 sessions or more
Sessions usually run 60-90 minutes each, scheduled at intervals that allow parties to gather information, consult with legal practitioners if needed, and reflect on proposals.
Financial disclosure
For disputes involving money, both parties must provide honest financial disclosure. This includes:
- Income information (pay slips, tax returns)
- Asset schedules
- Liability statements
- Monthly budgets
- Documentation of children’s expenses
This exchange mirrors what courts require, but happens in a cooperative rather than adversarial context.
Caucuses
At times, the mediator may meet privately with each party (a “caucus”). These separate meetings allow:
- Exploration of underlying interests and concerns
- Reality-testing without the other party present
- Managing emotions or addressing power imbalances
- Breaking impasses
What is said in caucus remains confidential unless the party agrees to share it.
Stage 4: Negotiation and option development
The heart of mediation is negotiation. The mediator helps parties:
- Identify interests behind their positions
- Generate multiple options for resolution
- Evaluate proposals against practical criteria
- Find trade-offs that give each party what matters most to them
This phase often involves creative problem-solving. For example, one spouse might accept a smaller maintenance amount in exchange for retaining the family home, or parents might agree to a non-standard contact schedule that fits their work patterns.
Stage 5: Drafting the agreement
Once parties agree on all issues, the outcomes are documented in a legally binding settlement agreement and, where applicable, a parenting plan.
The mediator may draft these documents, or the parties’ attorneys may do so. Either way, each party should have independent legal advice to ensure they understand the legal consequences of what they are signing.
Stage 6: Court approval
The final documents are submitted to the appropriate court:
- Regional Court for divorces where the estate is below R250,000 or by agreement
- High Court for estates above R250,000 or where jurisdiction is preferred
- The Maintenance Court for stand-alone maintenance orders
A 2023 Department of Justice audit found that 92% of mediated parenting plans submitted to courts were approved without amendment. Once made an order of court, the agreement is enforceable through normal court processes. A party who breaches a court order faces consequences including contempt proceedings.
Issues Commonly Addressed in Family Law Mediation
Mediation is flexible enough to address virtually any issue arising from relationship breakdown. The parties involved set the agenda based on what they need to resolve.
Property and finances
For married couples, property division follows the applicable matrimonial property regime:
In community of property marriages:
- All assets and liabilities form part of the joint estate
- The estate is divided 50/50 unless the court orders otherwise
Out of community with accrual marriages:
- Each spouse retains their separate property
- The spouse with the smaller accrual claims half the difference from the other spouse
Out of community without accrual marriages:
- Each spouse retains what is registered in their name
Mediation helps parties agree on:
- Valuation of assets (property, businesses, investments)
- Who will retain the family home
- Division of household contents
- Treatment of pension interest under Section 7(7)-(8) of the Divorce Act
- Responsibility for debts
Spousal maintenance
Whether one spouse should pay maintenance to the other party, and if so, how much and for how long, is often contentious. Section 7(2) of the Divorce Act lists factors the court considers, and mediators use the same framework:
- The existing or prospective means of each party
- Each party’s earning capacity
- Their financial needs and obligations
- The age of each party
- The duration of the marriage
- The standard of living before divorce
- Each party’s conduct where relevant
- Any order the court finds just
The modern approach favours clean breaks where possible, with limited maintenance to help a spouse become self supporting. But where one spouse sacrificed career for family, or is older with limited earning capacity, ongoing maintenance may be appropriate.
Mediation allows nuanced solutions, such as tapering maintenance over time, or linking adjustments to specific events like children reaching independence.
Child maintenance
Both parents have a duty of support proportionate to their means. Mediation helps calculate fair contributions toward:
- Housing and basic living costs
- Food and clothing
- School fees and educational expenses
- Medical aid contributions and out-of-pocket medical costs
- Transport to school and activities
- Extra-mural activities
Unlike formulaic approaches in some jurisdictions, South African child maintenance depends on the child’s actual needs and each parent’s financial position. A parent who earns more typically contributes proportionately more.
Mediation can address how maintenance will be paid, whether by electronic funds transfer, direct payment of expenses, or a combination. Parties can agree on annual reviews or increases linked to inflation.
Children’s care and contact
Beyond basic residence and contact schedules, mediation addresses practical questions:
- How will handovers work? (Location, timing, who attends)
- What happens if a parent is late or unavailable?
- How will parents communicate about the children?
- What are the rules about discipline, screen time, or other parenting approaches?
- Can grandparents or other family members maintain contact?
- What if one parent wants to relocate?
- How will parents handle the children meeting new partners?
Post divorce adjustments
Life changes after divorce. Incomes rise or fall, children’s needs evolve, and circumstances shift. Mediation can address:
- Applications to vary maintenance orders based on changed circumstances
- Revisions to parenting plans as children grow older
- Adjustments when a parent relocates for work
- Changes needed when children start high school or university
The Family Court data suggests about 30% of mediated cases involve parties returning for post divorce variations, and mediation remains appropriate for these adjustments.
When Mediation Is Particularly Helpful (and When It May Not Be)
Mediation offers significant advantages in many family disputes, but it is not appropriate for every situation. Understanding when mediation works best helps families make informed decisions.
Situations where mediation excels
Divorces where both parties want to avoid court
When parties agree that litigation will harm everyone, mediation provides a constructive alternative. Both parties enter with motivation to reach agreement.
Parenting disputes
Whether establishing initial arrangements or adjusting existing ones, mediation keeps the focus on children’s needs rather than parental conflict. Johannesburg’s Family Court pilot programs report over 70% of mediated parenting disputes settle fully.
Maintenance disagreements
Disputes about how much to claim maintenance or how much one spouse should pay maintenance often involve different perceptions of need and capacity. Mediation allows detailed exploration of financial circumstances without adversarial affidavits.
High-conflict but no violence
Even where relationships are hostile, mediation can succeed with appropriate structure. Shuttle mediation, where parties remain in separate rooms or join online from different locations while the mediator moves between them, addresses safety concerns while still allowing negotiation. Cape Town’s Family Mediation Centre reports 85% success rates even in difficult cases.
Narrowing issues
Even when full agreement seems unlikely, mediation can narrow the disputes that need to go to court. Agreeing on parenting arrangements while leaving property division to litigation, for example, reduces costs and focuses judicial resources on genuinely contested matters.
Situations requiring caution
Severe domestic violence
Where there is ongoing domestic violence, power imbalances make fair negotiation difficult or impossible. A victim may feel pressured to comply with the abuser’s demands. The Domestic Violence Act 116 of 1998 provides for protection orders, and urgent court intervention may be necessary before mediation is appropriate.
Mediators screen for violence at intake. If court finds protection is needed, that takes priority.
Substance abuse affecting capacity
Where addiction impairs judgment or creates safety risks, mediation may need to wait until the person can participate meaningfully. Correctional services or rehabilitation may be relevant prerequisites.
Lack of capacity
If one party lacks mental capacity to understand and participate in negotiations, mediation cannot produce a fair outcome. Legal safeguards through the courts may be necessary.
One party in bad faith
Mediation requires genuine participation. If one party uses mediation merely to delay, gather information, or wear down the other side, the process fails. Experienced mediators recognise bad faith early and may terminate the process.
Getting legal advice
Regardless of circumstances, parties should obtain independent legal advice before and during mediation. A lawyer can explain:
- Legal rights and entitlements
- What a court might order if the matter were litigated
- Whether proposed terms are reasonable
- The legal consequences of signing an agreement
This advice helps parties make informed decisions and protects against agreements that seem fair but disadvantage one party.
Choosing a Family Law Mediator and Next Steps
Selecting the right mediator significantly affects the mediation experience and outcome. The wrong fit can leave parties feeling unheard or result in an unworkable agreement.
Qualifications to look for in a family mediator:
Training and accreditation
The National Accreditation Board for Family Mediators (NABFAM) sets training standards for family mediators in South Africa. Look for mediators who have completed at least 40 hours of accredited training specifically in divorce and family mediation, not just general mediation.
Training should cover:
- Family law relevant to constitutional development and current statutes
- Managing high-conflict dynamics
- Child development and the voice of the child
- Financial aspects of divorce
- Drafting agreements
Professional background
Understanding a mediator’s professional background helps assess fit. An attorney-mediator may excel with complex financial matters. A psychologist-mediator may be stronger with high-conflict dynamics. A social worker-mediator may bring particular expertise about children’s needs.
Consider what matters most in your situation.
Experience
Ask about experience with cases similar to yours. A mediator who has handled many matters brings pattern recognition and problem-solving skills that newer mediators are still developing.
Practical questions to ask
Before booking mediation sessions, clarify:
- Fees: What is the hourly or session rate? Are both parties expected to share equally? What additional costs might arise?
- Session structure: How long are sessions? How are they scheduled?
- Location: Is mediation in-person, online, or hybrid? Since COVID-19, online mediation has become common and can reduce no-show rates significantly.
- Document preparation: Who drafts the final agreement? Is this included in the fee or separate?
- Contact details: How can you reach the mediator between sessions if urgent issues arise?
Lawyers in mediation
Parties can attend mediation with or without their own attorneys present. Common approaches include:
- No lawyers present: Parties negotiate directly with the mediator, consulting lawyers between sessions
- Lawyers present: Each party’s attorney attends, providing real-time advice
- Lawyer review: Parties negotiate in mediation, then have lawyers review before signing
Many find the first approach most cost effective while still protecting their interests through consultation between sessions.
Taking the first step
Getting started with mediation requires just a few actions:
- Identify potential mediators through referrals from professional bodies
- Contact the mediator to discuss your situation and confirm suitability
- Schedule an initial consultation (many mediators offer a brief initial meeting at reduced or no cost)
- Gather key documents including:
- Marriage certificate
- Birth certificates of children
- Financial statements and pay slips
- Property valuations or estimates
- Any existing court orders
- Consider consulting a lawyer to understand your rights before negotiations begin and to have them contactable during the mediation.
Moving forward
Family disputes, whether about divorce, separation, or how to raise children, affect the whole family for years to come. The way these disputes are resolved matters as much as the outcome itself.
Mediation offers a cost effective, confidential, and respectful alternative to contested litigation. It puts families in control of decisions that will shape their futures. It protects children from the crossfire of parental conflict. And it produces durable agreements that work in practice, not just on paper.
For families facing difficult transitions, exploring what mediation offers is a practical first step. Contact details for accredited mediators are available through NABFAM, Registered Mediation Organisations like Mediation Pan African and SAAM. For your convenience, we have listed some options for you below.
Whether your ex wife or husband is cooperative or difficult, whether the issues are simple or complex, mediation deserves serious consideration. The process may not resolve everything, but it gives families the best chance of emerging from separation with relationships intact and arrangements that serve everyone’s interests, especially the children’s.
Key takeaways:
- Family law mediation is a voluntary, confidential structured process led by a neutral mediator
- Mediation typically costs R20,000-R50,000 total versus R100,000-R500,000+ for contested litigation
- Matters often resolve in 4-8 weeks rather than 12-24 months in court
- The best interests of children remain paramount throughout
- Agreements reached in mediation can become enforceable court orders
- Not suitable where there is severe domestic violence or lack of capacity
- Choose a mediator with NABFAM-accredited training and relevant experience
MPA Family Law Mediators
| Full names | Location | Registered Profession | Accreditation | Types of Disputes | Experience Level | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Charlene Labuschagne View/Contact Request Mediation | Nigel, Johannesburg, willing to travel & available online | Attorney | CEDR & Conflict Dynamics | Family Law, Medico-legal, RAF, Commercial | 14 years | R 2500 per hour excl travel |
 | Clive Pieter van Niekerk | Johannesburg,willing to travel & available online | Practicing Attorney | Conflict Dynamics | Family law, Medico-legal, RAF, Commercial, Insurance Law, Employment Law, Pension Law | 10 years | Between R15 000 - R30 000 per day (negotiable) |
 | Doris Susan Goodenough View/Contact | Johannesburg, willing to travel & available online | Advocate | Mediation in Motion, NABFAM, Conflict Dynamics,AFSA, LSSA | Family law, Medico-legal, RAF, Commercial, Civil, Evictions and Land Disputes | 8 years | R2500 per hour ( excl VAT) |
 | Debbie Chetty View/Contact Request Mediation | Johannesburg, willing to travel & available online | Attorney and Child Participation practitioner | MPA, NABFAM, AFSA | Family mediation, RAF Medico-legal, Workplace and Labour conflict | 3 years | R2000 per hour R16000 per day |
 | Elizabeth Kriegler View/Contact | Gauteng | Attorney (non-practicing) | NABFAM & Conflict Dynamics | Family law, Maintenance, RAF, Commercial | 20 years | R 2000 per hour |
 | Gillian Brollo View/Contact Request Mediation | Johannesburg, willing to travel & available online | Arts Therapist & Family law Mediator | NABFAM | Family law, Divorce, Parenting plans, Maintenance Agreements | 0 years | R1000 per hour |
 | Jané Nash View/Contact Request Mediation | Alberton, willing to travel & available online | Arts Therapist | MPA and NABFAM | Family law, Divorce, Parenting plans, Maintenance Agreements, RAF, Civil and Commercial | 1 year | R1000 per hour *Economical rates available |
 | JP (Jesse Phoenix) Weitz View/Contact | Pretoria, willing to travel & available online | Legal Practitioner | NABFAM and Conflict Dynamics | Family law, Commercial | 4 years | R1600 per hour |
 | Johannes Jurie Venter View/Contact | Gauteng, willing to travel & available online | Advocate | Conflict Dynamics and NABFAM | Family law, Medico-legal, RAF, Commercial, Civil | 8 years | R1800 per hour |
 | JP Venter View/Contact Request Mediation | Western Cape, willing to travel, available online | Industrial Psychologist | NABFAM and Conflict Dynamics (DiSAC) | Family Law, General Civil and Commercial, Medical Negligence, Road Accident Fund (RAF) | 9 years | R15 000 per day R2 000 per hour |
 | Karabo Mokoena | Gauteng, willing to travel & available online | Advocate | AdrNetwork SA | Family law, Medico-legal, RAF, Commercial | 3 years | R1500 per hour |
 | Marc Richard Peverett View/Contact Request Mediation | Gauteng, willing to travel & available online | Industrial-Organisational Psychologist | Conflict Dynamics and NABFAM | Family law, Medico-legal, RAF, Commercial | 9 years | R2500 per hour and R15000 per day (VAT excl) |
| Orné Elmin Louw | South Africa, Benoni in-person & available online | Family and Divorce Mediator and Supervisor, NLP Life Coach, Training and Development SETA Trainer | SAAM (NABFAM) | Family and Divorce, Domestic Violence | 10 years | R2000 per hour | |
 | Rosa Bredekamp | Cape Town - Northern Suburbs, willing to travel & available online | Counselling Psychologist HPCSA registered | Mediation in Motion; FAMAC | Family law, Medico-legal, RAF | 10+ years | R2620 per hour |
 | Shannon Staniforth View/ Contact Request Mediation | Roodepoort/Randburg - Gauteng, willing to travel & available online | Educator | NABFAM | Family Law | Newly Qualified | R1850 per hour *Economical rates available |
 | Tania Jacqueline Holz View/Contact | Benoni in-person & available online | Educational Psychologist | SAAM (NABFAM) | Family law and Parenting Coordinator | 14 years | R 2200 per hour |
 | Tanya Steynfaardt View/Contact | Hartbeespoort / Brits & available online | Legal Specialist and Family Law Mediator | ADR International | Family law, Workplace Mediation, Peer Mediation | 6 years | R800 per hour / R7000 per day |
 | Zaheera Hoosen View/Contact Request Mediation | Sandton, willing to travel & available online | Advocate and Mediator | AFSA | Family law, Medico-legal, RAF, Commercial, Intellectual property; lands rights; property; sports; construction and engineering | 6 years | R 2 500 per hour R 25 000 per day |