Family arbitration is a form of judging that takes place privately. It can be used for most children and financial cases, is quicker and more flexible than going to court and usually more cost-effective.
Often when you divorce or separate, it's difficult to agree on how to split your finances or on arrangements for your children. If this is the case for you and you cannot reach an agreement through mediation or negotiation, you can appoint an arbitrator instead of going to a judge at court. Not every kind of case is eligible but arbitration can be used for most of the main issues that you're likely to come across.
