How much Will it cost? Our service is an independent registered charity and donations are always welcome. Family mediation is provided free if the criteria for the early intervention, HSCB funding is met, i.e. pre-court parents. For all others we charge a relatively low cost when compared to the legal process. FMNI also provides mediation on financial and property matters, there is a charge for this, please contact us to discuss. What are mediators? Family Mediators are trained professionals who have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the complexity of family life and of separation, divorce and family restructuring. All our mediators work to the professional standards and code of ethics of the College of Mediators and Mediators Institute Ireland. To maintain a high quality practice all Mediators work towards accreditation status and must meet the required standards of practice, supervision and Continuing Professional Develop ment through the Family Mediation Council UK & MII.