doyle's guide leading family mediator 2025

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Very satisfied.

JD provided a mediation forum which helped set up a framework enabling an agreement to be reached.

Without his involvement, it is likely we would have floundered around, wasting time and money.

JD is straight forward to deal with. He is knowledgeable and experienced. JD provided clarification of what can be a confusing process.

Most importantly, there is no judgement from JD.

I think the process works well. JD makes clear the ambit and limitations of the mediation. He is available to ask any questions.

I would definitely recommend JD's service to other couples seeking to agree a property settlement. 

JD keeps the parties focuesed enabling the mediation to stay on track, faciliating and enhaving the opportunity for the parties to reach an agreement.

He is a reassuring presence in the mediation room, providing a safe space, and keeping the parties in order in what can be a stressful situation.

Thank you JD for making a stressful process less stressful.

I was extremely satisfied with the service.

The level of professionalism and dedication exceeded my expectations.

I appreciated the sincere and compassionate approach JD took in handling my case. JD made me feel comfortable and genuinely cared about my situation, providing guidance and support every step of the way.

JD's expertise and commitment to finding the best possible outcome were truly reassuring.

Honestly, I feel that the service was excellent.

Absolutely! I would highly recommend JD's services to anyone in need of a knowledgable, compassionate, and dedicated Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner.

Satisfied that a real attempt was made to have a constructive conversation regarding my children.

Acknowledgement that mediation is a challenging time and that no one feels fully satified with the process. 

The website is easy to follow and full of useful resources.

JD has a professional and kind approach, his years of experience in family law and family matters are evident.

I recommend this service to others.

Very satisfied.

I was very nervous coming into this process with it all being so unknown.

Thank you (JD) for really listening. Your understanding, being fair whilst also supportive at the same time.

Clear communciation, calmness and a warmth, a safe place to be able to share and opportunity to check back in.

Absolutely recommend this service to others.

I wanted to thank you for your time and the expertise.

You are very skilled in what you do and I have not met someone in the whole time this has been going on, who has worded sentences in a way that makes my brain dig deep.

The small steps you have suggested I feel will hopefully help this process and the kids to repair.

I am also hopeful that [the father] will also find this helpful.

Very satisfied. JD was kind, informative, professional, and respectful throughout the process of mediation. He showed compassion, empathy and was understanding of the situation.

Thank you again for your service.

I am very satified with the service received.

I appreciate JD's honesty and comprehension.

I would definitely recommend the service.

"Hi JD, I just wanted to pass on our thanks for your assistance and your mediation service to [other party] and myself.

It hasn't been easy or comfortable, but your professionalism, honesty and approachability, have certainly assisted both of us through this process.

Particularly, thank you for holding space for us on Monday and helping us come to a decision on property and financial matters. Whilst we didn't reach conclusions about parenting, you have inspired us to continue the conversation ourselves and so we are meeting tomorrow night. Thanks again"

"100% satisfied. I felt very confident with the information provided and the outcome of the session. Being reminded that the safety of the children is paramount and that it is my responsibility to keep them safe. JD's service is very affordable, understandable, relatable and considerate. I came away with a sense of relief after our meeting, knowing that even though I am on the Family Court journey and it will be difficult, it is the right avenue for my children and I. I absolutely have no hesitation whatsoever to recommend JD's service."

 "JD has a physical presence tempered with a firm, decisive, yet calm demeanour. He was empathetic without being condescending. When I overreached as to my expectations or vented my frustration with the 'system', JD patiently explained the difference between 'negotiation' and counselling and brought me back on 'track'. Keep up the good work. You cannot solve every person's problem, but your professionalism is appreciated."

"I always place you as 1 of the 3 FDR practitioners that I recommend to clients when they come to see me before doing FDR."

"Thanks again for your help through this process. It was quite intimidating having never been through it but your professionalism and genuine care for outcomes is very appreciated. Despite the neutrality of your role, it was comforting to be handled with respect and kindness and I very much appreciated it."

"JD is a very professional, non-judgmental, calm and appropriate in managing all points of the mediation process. JD is a highly skilled mediator. He has a non-biased approach, and an ability to manage difficult issues and points of discussion in a non-threatening way, whilst maintaining focus and a clear direction. 

I highly recommend his service."

"I am very satisfied with your service. The manner in which you facilitated and maintained a respectful conversation was appreciated. I have recommended you to other practitioners."

"JD is warm, professional and knowledgeable. I felt comfortable going into an uncomfortable situation with the level of professionalism from JD. 

Whilst we did not reach a solution , the session has helped my ability to co-parent. 

I knew what to expect at all stages. JD was very responsive and clear with his communication. 

I would recommend JD's services to other people needing a mediator."

 I was highly satisfied with how the day went. I didn’t have high expectations leading up to it. I was pleased that it was unbiased, that both views were taken on board. There was a positive approach from JD to achieve a good outcome for both [the other parent] and myself. I couldn’t fault the service. I was really impressed. I would absolutely recommend this service to others.  

I was quite satisfied. I felt heard without personal judgement and treated respectfully. JD was trustworthy and highly skilled. There isn't much more that could have been done to improve the service I received. I recommend his service to others.

"I was extremely satisfied with the service JD provided. The communication was clear, JD was completely neutral and professional between both parties and willing to support to the best of his ability. JD provided all the information as required and he also went out of his way to support times to meet, even when it was outside of standard working hours. I recommend JD’s service."

"I am very satisfied with JD's service. I appreciated JD's considerations of my circumstances and my confidentiality. How JD prepared the spreadsheets based on each other's views were helpful."