

Karen Schirn initially practices as a Family Solicitor but believes that mediation offers a much less acrimonious and less stressful option for resolving issues, leading to more positive outcomes for those involved. and now practices as an Accredited Family Mediator. She is a member of the FMA and is qualified to supervise the professional practice of others.
Karen has experience in dealing with a range of family disputes including high net worth cases, relocation and unmarried couples. Karen is trained in child-inclusive mediation and has seen the benefits of children being given the opportunity to have a voice in the mediation process.





Found online family mediation to be more successful and rewarding through online channels.
Family mediation proved to provide a more successful and agreeable resolution than the courts.
Percentage of mediation cases that are successful in resolving disputes amicably.

