Family Arbitration is an option for families who are unable to resolve conflicts through mediation, in a cost-effective and efficient way, without going to court. A family arbitration award is binding upon the parties and can be registered with the court, like a Court Order.

Family Arbitration is a voluntary process. The family arbitrator is chosen by the parties and they agree on what they want the family arbitrator to decide. The parties must sign an Agreement to Arbitrate and each get independent legal advice.

In Family Arbitration, you both have the chance to tell your story to the arbitrator, give your evidence and make your arguments for your case. You will each have the chance to hear and respond to the other person’s case. After hearing all the evidence and arguments, the family arbitrator will make a decision called a family arbitration award. It is a final and legally binding decision. You have, under the law, some rights to appeal a decision if you feel it was inappropriately decided.

Gregory Evans is an experienced family law arbitrator and has provided decisions on disputes involving parenting arrangements, including time-sharing and major decisions affecting the children, child and spousal support and property division.