National Family Mediation (NFM) — a major mediation network
REVIEWED BY: Sean McNamara on 2026-08-27
What this service is
National Family Mediation (NFM) is one of the largest networks of not-for-profit family mediation services in England and Wales, with local member services in many towns and cities. Its mediators are FMC-accredited and take part in the £500 voucher scheme.
What they offer
- Mediation Information and Assessment Meetings (MIAMs) — the first step before most court applications
- Mediation for child arrangements, property and money issues
- Legal-aid mediation at participating services (means-tested)
- Remote (video) mediation in many areas
How to use them
1. Find your nearest NFM service via nfm.org.uk (or search the FMC register for all options) 2. Book a MIAM — around £120 per person if you pay; free with legal aid if eligible 3. If mediation proceeds, the £500 voucher (eligible child cases) is applied by your mediator
YourFamilyCase lists NFM as one significant network among many — always compare with the FMC register for your area; we take no payment from any provider.
Official links
- https://www.nfm.org.uk
- Voucher scheme: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/family-mediation-voucher-scheme
This page is general information, not legal advice. YourFamilyCase.co.uk is an independent information directory and is not affiliated with NFM.
Content verified against the official HMCTS court directory, gov.uk forms and fees pages, and the professional body registers (SRA, FMC, Bar Council). Last reviewed September 2026.