Christoph C. Paul, Sybille Kiesewetter, Ischtar Khalaf-Newsome
Cross-Border Family Mediation
International Parental Child Abduction, Custody and Access Cases
Christoph C. Paul, Sybille Kiesewetter, Ischtar Khalaf-Newsome
Cross-Border Family Mediation
International Parental Child Abduction, Custody and Access Cases
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Die 3. aktualisierte und erweiterte Auflage dieses Werks ist eine unverzichtbare Lektüre für erfahrene Familienmediatoren und alle anderen Fachleute, die mit grenzüberschreitenden Familienkonflikten und Kindesentführungsfällen zu tun haben. Eine Vielzahl von Beiträgen führender internationaler Expertinnen und Experten auf diesem Gebiet machen das Buch zu einer unschätzbaren Quelle, die unter anderem Folgendes bietet: Überblick über den einschlägigen internationalen Rechtsrahmen für solche FälleAnleitung zu den besonderen Merkmalen grenzüberschreitender Familiensachen sowie den eingesetzten…mehr
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Die 3. aktualisierte und erweiterte Auflage dieses Werks ist eine unverzichtbare Lektüre für erfahrene Familienmediatoren und alle anderen Fachleute, die mit grenzüberschreitenden Familienkonflikten und Kindesentführungsfällen zu tun haben. Eine Vielzahl von Beiträgen führender internationaler Expertinnen und Experten auf diesem Gebiet machen das Buch zu einer unschätzbaren Quelle, die unter anderem Folgendes bietet:
Überblick über den einschlägigen internationalen Rechtsrahmen für solche FälleAnleitung zu den besonderen Merkmalen grenzüberschreitender Familiensachen sowie den eingesetzten Methoden, Mediationsmodellen und InstrumentenInformationen zur Koordinierung der Mediation mit Gerichtsverfahren in KindesentführungsfällenLeitlinien für die grenzüberschreitende Vollstreckbarkeit von im Mediationsverfahren geschlossenen FamilienvereinbarungenAnsätze und bewährte Praktiken für die Mediation in Fällen mit (muslimischen) Ländern, die nicht dem Haager Übereinkommen angehörenInformationen zur Einbeziehung der Stimme des Kindes in die Mediation, Online-Mediation, Zweisprachigkeit in der grenzüberschreitenden Mediationpraktische Informationen und Ressourcen wie z.B. Fallstudien, Muster für Mediationsvereinbarungen und Gerichtsbeschlüsse, eine Vorlage für eine Gerichtsstandsvereinbarung, Checklisten, Links wichtiger Ansprechpartner und Texte der anwendbaren internationalen Rechtsinstrumente
The 3rd updated and expanded edition of this reference book is indispensable reading for experienced family mediators and all other professionals involved in cross-border family conflicts and child abduction cases. A diverse range of contributions from leading international experts in the field make this an invaluable resource covering:
an overview of the relevant international legal framework for such casesinsight into the specific characteristics of cross-border family cases, the methodologies, mediation models and tools employedinformation on coordinating mediation with court proceedings in child abduction casesguidance on the cross-border enforceability of mediated family agreementsfamily law trends and mediation in cases with non-Hague Convention (Muslim) countries the voice of the child, mediating online, bilingualism in mediation practical information and resources, such as case studies, sample mediation agreements and court orders, a template of a choice of court agreement, checklists, important contacts and applicable legal texts
List of authors
Lin Adrian, Lesley Allport, Charlotte Baek Risbjerg, Sabine Brieger, Eberhard Carl, Mary Carroll, Martina Erb-Klünemann, Juliane Hirsch, Mohamed M. Keshavjee, Ischtar Khalaf-Newsome, Sybille Kiesewetter, Kyra Nehls, Christoph C. Paul, Jamie Walker, Konstanze Welz
Überblick über den einschlägigen internationalen Rechtsrahmen für solche FälleAnleitung zu den besonderen Merkmalen grenzüberschreitender Familiensachen sowie den eingesetzten Methoden, Mediationsmodellen und InstrumentenInformationen zur Koordinierung der Mediation mit Gerichtsverfahren in KindesentführungsfällenLeitlinien für die grenzüberschreitende Vollstreckbarkeit von im Mediationsverfahren geschlossenen FamilienvereinbarungenAnsätze und bewährte Praktiken für die Mediation in Fällen mit (muslimischen) Ländern, die nicht dem Haager Übereinkommen angehörenInformationen zur Einbeziehung der Stimme des Kindes in die Mediation, Online-Mediation, Zweisprachigkeit in der grenzüberschreitenden Mediationpraktische Informationen und Ressourcen wie z.B. Fallstudien, Muster für Mediationsvereinbarungen und Gerichtsbeschlüsse, eine Vorlage für eine Gerichtsstandsvereinbarung, Checklisten, Links wichtiger Ansprechpartner und Texte der anwendbaren internationalen Rechtsinstrumente
The 3rd updated and expanded edition of this reference book is indispensable reading for experienced family mediators and all other professionals involved in cross-border family conflicts and child abduction cases. A diverse range of contributions from leading international experts in the field make this an invaluable resource covering:
an overview of the relevant international legal framework for such casesinsight into the specific characteristics of cross-border family cases, the methodologies, mediation models and tools employedinformation on coordinating mediation with court proceedings in child abduction casesguidance on the cross-border enforceability of mediated family agreementsfamily law trends and mediation in cases with non-Hague Convention (Muslim) countries the voice of the child, mediating online, bilingualism in mediation practical information and resources, such as case studies, sample mediation agreements and court orders, a template of a choice of court agreement, checklists, important contacts and applicable legal texts
List of authors
Lin Adrian, Lesley Allport, Charlotte Baek Risbjerg, Sabine Brieger, Eberhard Carl, Mary Carroll, Martina Erb-Klünemann, Juliane Hirsch, Mohamed M. Keshavjee, Ischtar Khalaf-Newsome, Sybille Kiesewetter, Kyra Nehls, Christoph C. Paul, Jamie Walker, Konstanze Welz
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- Verlag: Metzner (Wolfgang)
- Artikelnr. des Verlages: 11301-3
- 3rd updated and expanded edition
- Seitenzahl: 480
- Erscheinungstermin: 17. Oktober 2023
- Deutsch, Englisch
- Abmessung: 208mm x 148mm x 33mm
- Gewicht: 684g
- ISBN-13: 9783961171330
- ISBN-10: 3961171335
- Artikelnr.: 69175659
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- Metzner, Wolfgang Verlag
- Lindleystraße 8b
- 60314 Frankfurt
- vertrieb@vfst.de
- www.wm-verlag.de
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- Verlag: Metzner (Wolfgang)
- Artikelnr. des Verlages: 11301-3
- 3rd updated and expanded edition
- Seitenzahl: 480
- Erscheinungstermin: 17. Oktober 2023
- Deutsch, Englisch
- Abmessung: 208mm x 148mm x 33mm
- Gewicht: 684g
- ISBN-13: 9783961171330
- ISBN-10: 3961171335
- Artikelnr.: 69175659
- Herstellerkennzeichnung
- Metzner, Wolfgang Verlag
- Lindleystraße 8b
- 60314 Frankfurt
- vertrieb@vfst.de
- www.wm-verlag.de
- +4969405894555
Sybille Kiesewetter ist Dipl.-Psychologin und Mediatorin. Seit 2006 ist sie freiberuflich als Mediatorin, Trainerin, Supervisorin und Beraterin tätig. Schwerpunkte ihrer Arbeit sind Konzeptentwicklung und Lead Trainerin verschiedener (EU-)Projekte, wie z.B. Trainerin für MiKK e.V., "Training in International Family Mediation", "LEPCA - Lawyers in Europe on Parental Child Abduction", Trainerin zusammen mit E. Carl des austr.-jap. Familienmediationsprojektes in Japan und Trainerin für "Emotionalität in der anwaltlichen Praxis".
Table of ContentsAcknowledgements 11Foreword Ewa Kopacz 13Preface Christoph C. Paul, Sybille Kiesewetter & Ischtar Khalaf-Newsome 15Parental Child Abduction - A Personal Story Konstanze Welz 23Section 1 Mediation in Cross-border Family Cases 41Family Mediation in an International ContextSybille Kiesewetter & Christoph C. Paul 431. Cross-border Parental Child Abduction and Access Conflicts 432. Challenges of Mediating Cross-border Disputes Involving Parents and Children 432.1 Putting Mediation on the Agenda - Public Outreach 432.2 Suitability for Mediation 442.3 Particularities of Mediation in 1980 Hague Convention Cases 452.4 Finding Suitable Mediators 462.5 Motivating Parents and Lawyers 482.6 Preparing the Mediation Process 492.7 Time Needed in the Preparatory Stage 502.8 Location of the Mediation 512.9 Timeframe of the Mediation 512.10 Particular Features Related to the Stages of Mediation 522.11 Who Else Should be Involved in the Mediation? 542.12 Collaboration of the Co-mediators 552.13 How Should the Lawyers of Both Parents be Integrated? 552.14 How Should the Courts be Integrated? 562.15 Particularities in Relation to the Mediation Process 572.16 Language, Communication, Documents, Resources 582.17 Agreement to Mediate 592.18 Fees and Expenses 592.19 Final Agreement - Memorandum of Understanding 602.20 Post-mediation Care and Support 603. References 61Mediation in ActionEberhard Carl & Jamie Walker 631. Introduction 632. The Challenges of Mediating Cross-border Family Conflicts 633. Making the Best of an "Impossible" Situation 644. Methodology, Dynamics and Attitude 665. Case Study 706. Bi-national Projects and Wider International Cooperation 726.1 Developing Professional Mediation: The German-French Project 726.2 Dealing With Different Legal Cultures: The German-US Project 746.3 Cooperation at All Levels: The German-Polish Project 766.4 Bridge to Asia: The German-Japanese Project 786.5 International Cooperation and Networking 787. Conclusion 818. References 81International Parental Child Abduction to Non-Hague Muslim Countries: Mediation as a Viable OptionMohamed M. Keshavjee & Ischtar Khalaf-Newsome 831. Introduction 832. The 1980 Hague Convention and Muslim Countries 842.1 The 1980 Hague Child Abduction Convention: Key Provisions 842.2 Perceived Obstacles to Muslim Countries Joining the 1980 Hague Convention 862.3 International Initiatives Between Hague Convention Countries and Non-Convention Muslim Countries 913. Mediation as a Viable Option in Child Abduction Cases to Non-Convention Muslim Countries 933.1 Working Party on Mediation in the Context of the Malta Process 933.2 Mediation in Different Cultures and the Development of Cross-border Family Mediation 943.3 The Amenability to Mediation of Family Conflicts in Islam 973.4 Cross-border Family Mediation in a Muslim Context: Towards a Model and Standards 983.5 Cross-border Family Mediation Training for a Muslim Context: A Culturally Appropriate Model 1034. Conclusion 1055. References 107The Voice of the Child in International Family MediationLesley Allport 1111. Introduction 1112. The Legislative Framework 1113. Insights from Research 1144. Involving Children in Mediation 1165. A Practice Model 1216. Considerations Specific to Cross-border Mediation Cases 1257. Conclusion 1278. References 128Cross-border and Bilingual: Bridging the Linguistic GapMary Carroll 1311. Introduction 1312. Parties in Conflict 1323. Complex Problem: Clear-cut Solution? 1333.1 Intercomprehension 1353.2 The Co-mediator as Interpreter 1353.3 From a Triad to a Quadrant - Enlisting an Interpreter 1374. Role Plays and Interviews 1415. Conclusion 1425.1 Suggestions for Mediators of Bilingual Cross-border Mediations 1436. References 145Mediation With a Twist - Handling Mediation OnlineLin Adrian & Charlotte Baek Risbjerg 1471. Introduction 1472. Online Dispute Resolution - Definition and Formats 1483. Specificities in Video-supported Mediation 1494. Suggestions for Video-mediation Practices 1554.1 Handling the Technology. 1564.2 Ensuring a Good Process 1584.3 Working with Interpersonal Relations 1594.4 Handling Communication and Lack of Social Cues 1614.5 Considering Co-mediation 1625. In Closing 1636. References 164Cross-border Family Mediation (CBFM) TrainingJamie Walker & Ischtar Khalaf-Newsome 1671. Introduction 1671.1 The Development of Cross-border Family Mediation (CBFM) Into a Specialist Field 1681.2 Best Practices in Cross-border Family Mediation 1692. The Need for CBFM Training and Training Initiatives 1712.1 Training Needs for CBFM Mediators 1712.2 CBFM Training Needs for Other Target Groups 1722.3 Training Initiatives and Training Models 1743. Training Content and Methodology 1753.1 Content 1763.2 Training Methodology 1833.3 The Need for Qualified Trainers 1844. Networking and On-going Support 1845. Conclusion 1846. References 185Section 2 The Legal Context of Cross-border Family Cases 187The Legal Framework of Child Abduction CasesKyra Nehls 1891. Introduction 1892. The Legal Framework of the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction (1980 Hague Convention) 1892.1 Scope 1902.2 Substantive Requirements for Return 1902.3 Ban on a Decision on the Merits of Custody Rights (art. 16) 1912.4 Exceptions to the Obligation to Return the Child Immediately 1922.5 Procedural Steps 1932.6 Special Features of the Brussels IIb (Recast) Regulation 1942.7 De-escalation Measures to End Proceedings 1953. European Convention on Recognition and Enforcement of Decisions Concerning Custody of Children and on Restorationof Custody of Children (European Custody Convention) 1984. Abductions in Contracting States Not Party to the 1980 Hague Convention 1995. International Rights of Custody and Access 1995.1 Brussels IIb Regulation 1995.2 Hague Convention Concerning the Powers of Authorities and the Law Applicable in Respect of the Protection of Infants(1961 Hague Convention) 2015.3 Hague Convention of 19 October 1996 on Jurisdiction, Applicable Law, Recognition, Enforcement and Co-operationin Respect of Parental Responsibility and Measures for the Protection of Children (Hague Child Protection Convention) 2015.4 Access Rights Under the 1980 Hague Convention 2045.5 Rights of Access Under the European Convention on Recognition and Enforcement of Decisions ConcerningCustody of Children and on Restoration of Custody and Children 2045.6 Convention on Contact Concerning Children (Contact Convention) 2045.7 Autonomous Law 2056. Conclusion 2067. References 206Integrating Mediation Into Return and Parental Responsibility Court ProceedingsEberhard Carl & Martina Erb-Klünemann 2071. Introduction 2072. Court Proceedings for the Return of the Child 2073. Advantages of Integrating Mediation 2114. Integrating Mediation Into Court Proceedings 2125. Return Proceedings Under the 1980 Hague Convention 2135.1 Promotion of Mediation 2135.2 Working Groups 2145.3 German Working Group Recommendations 2155.4 Further Considerations When Recommending Mediation 2176. Financing Mediation 2226.1 Systems of Financing Mediation 2226.2 Statement of Costs 2247. Integrating Results of Mediation Into Court Proceedings 2267.1 Mediation as a Safe Place 2267.2 Content of a Mediated Agreement 2277.3 Rendering an Agreement Legally Binding 2277.4 Choice of Court Agreements Under the Brussels IIb Regulation 2298. Cross-border Parental Responsibility and Contact Proceedings 2319. Conclusion 23210. References 232A Best Practice Model: MiC-Mediators in CourtSabine Brieger 2371. Introduction 2371.1 International Family Proceedings 2371.2 Specialised Family Mediation 2381.3 Proceedings Under the 1980 Hague Child Abduction Convention and Mediation 2392. The "Mediators-in-Court" (MiC) Model 2402.1 Written Information About Mediation 2402.2 Particularities of the MiC Model 2402.3 The Decisive Difference 2433. Suggestions for Further Promotion of Mediation in Return Proceedings 2453.1 Legal Requirements 2453.2 Specialised Mediation and Mediation Structures 2463.3 Financing 2463.4 Training 2473.5 The Role of Lawyers 2473.6 Standardized Procedure 2473.7 Legal Implementation of an Agreement Reached in Mediation 2484. Conclusion 2495. References 249Rendering Mediated Family Agreements Legally Binding and EnforceableJuliane Hirsch & Sabine Brieger 2511. Introduction 2512. General Considerations 2512.1 Why Is It Important to Render Mediated Agreements Legally Binding and Enforceable? 2512.2 What Are the Main Challenges in Practice? 2522.3 What Are General Requirements for an Agreement to Become Legally Binding and Enforceable in One Legal System? 2532.4 Identifying the Relevant International Procedural Law and the Ideal "Starting Point Jurisdiction" 2583. International Work Undertaken to Improve the Situation 2604. Sample Agreement and Guidance in Practice 2624.1 Family Agreement in a German-Polish Case 2624.2 How to Render the Agreement Legally Binding and Enforceable in Germany 2634.3 How to Render the Agreement Legally Binding and Enforceable in the Other State - Poland - With the Help ofInternational/Regional Legal Instruments 2685. Need for Legislative Activity - on the National and International Level 2685.1 On the National Level 2685.2 On the International Level 2706. References 272Section 3 Important Contacts, Guidelines and Resources 2731. Important Contacts 2752. Weblinks to Important Resources 2762.1 Links to Practice Guides & Information Films and Other Resources 2762.2 Links to Important Legal Resources, Declarations & Legal Instruments 2773. Checklists 2783.1 Checklist for Requirements for an Order of Return 2783.2 Procedural Checklist for Judges 2794. Court Information Letters 2824.1 Information for Conflict Parties: An Example From Germany 2824.2 Information for Lawyers: An Example From Germany 2845. Stages of Mediation 2876. Agreement to Mediate 2887. Examples of Mediated Parental Agreements 2917.1 Parental Settlement and Court Order - Germany 2917.2 Parental Settlement and Mirror Order - USA 2938. Choice of Court Agreement 2989. Wroclaw Declaration 301Section 4 Legal Instruments 3031. 1980 Hague Convention 3052. Brussels IIb (Recast) Regulation 3183. 1996 Hague Child Protection Convention 3984. Mediation Directive 2008/52/EC - European Parliament and of the Council 418Section 5 Case Studies 429A Bangladeshi-British MediationMohamed M. Keshavjee 431The Role of Consulting LawyersChristoph C. Paul & Jamie Walker 437From Child Abduction to Property DistributionChristoph C. Paul & Jamie Walker 445Notes on Contributors 455List of Authors 467Index 471
Table of ContentsAcknowledgements 11Foreword Ewa Kopacz 13Preface Christoph C. Paul, Sybille Kiesewetter & Ischtar Khalaf-Newsome 15Parental Child Abduction - A Personal Story Konstanze Welz 23Section 1 Mediation in Cross-border Family Cases 41Family Mediation in an International ContextSybille Kiesewetter & Christoph C. Paul 431. Cross-border Parental Child Abduction and Access Conflicts 432. Challenges of Mediating Cross-border Disputes Involving Parents and Children 432.1 Putting Mediation on the Agenda - Public Outreach 432.2 Suitability for Mediation 442.3 Particularities of Mediation in 1980 Hague Convention Cases 452.4 Finding Suitable Mediators 462.5 Motivating Parents and Lawyers 482.6 Preparing the Mediation Process 492.7 Time Needed in the Preparatory Stage 502.8 Location of the Mediation 512.9 Timeframe of the Mediation 512.10 Particular Features Related to the Stages of Mediation 522.11 Who Else Should be Involved in the Mediation? 542.12 Collaboration of the Co-mediators 552.13 How Should the Lawyers of Both Parents be Integrated? 552.14 How Should the Courts be Integrated? 562.15 Particularities in Relation to the Mediation Process 572.16 Language, Communication, Documents, Resources 582.17 Agreement to Mediate 592.18 Fees and Expenses 592.19 Final Agreement - Memorandum of Understanding 602.20 Post-mediation Care and Support 603. References 61Mediation in ActionEberhard Carl & Jamie Walker 631. Introduction 632. The Challenges of Mediating Cross-border Family Conflicts 633. Making the Best of an "Impossible" Situation 644. Methodology, Dynamics and Attitude 665. Case Study 706. Bi-national Projects and Wider International Cooperation 726.1 Developing Professional Mediation: The German-French Project 726.2 Dealing With Different Legal Cultures: The German-US Project 746.3 Cooperation at All Levels: The German-Polish Project 766.4 Bridge to Asia: The German-Japanese Project 786.5 International Cooperation and Networking 787. Conclusion 818. References 81International Parental Child Abduction to Non-Hague Muslim Countries: Mediation as a Viable OptionMohamed M. Keshavjee & Ischtar Khalaf-Newsome 831. Introduction 832. The 1980 Hague Convention and Muslim Countries 842.1 The 1980 Hague Child Abduction Convention: Key Provisions 842.2 Perceived Obstacles to Muslim Countries Joining the 1980 Hague Convention 862.3 International Initiatives Between Hague Convention Countries and Non-Convention Muslim Countries 913. Mediation as a Viable Option in Child Abduction Cases to Non-Convention Muslim Countries 933.1 Working Party on Mediation in the Context of the Malta Process 933.2 Mediation in Different Cultures and the Development of Cross-border Family Mediation 943.3 The Amenability to Mediation of Family Conflicts in Islam 973.4 Cross-border Family Mediation in a Muslim Context: Towards a Model and Standards 983.5 Cross-border Family Mediation Training for a Muslim Context: A Culturally Appropriate Model 1034. Conclusion 1055. References 107The Voice of the Child in International Family MediationLesley Allport 1111. Introduction 1112. The Legislative Framework 1113. Insights from Research 1144. Involving Children in Mediation 1165. A Practice Model 1216. Considerations Specific to Cross-border Mediation Cases 1257. Conclusion 1278. References 128Cross-border and Bilingual: Bridging the Linguistic GapMary Carroll 1311. Introduction 1312. Parties in Conflict 1323. Complex Problem: Clear-cut Solution? 1333.1 Intercomprehension 1353.2 The Co-mediator as Interpreter 1353.3 From a Triad to a Quadrant - Enlisting an Interpreter 1374. Role Plays and Interviews 1415. Conclusion 1425.1 Suggestions for Mediators of Bilingual Cross-border Mediations 1436. References 145Mediation With a Twist - Handling Mediation OnlineLin Adrian & Charlotte Baek Risbjerg 1471. Introduction 1472. Online Dispute Resolution - Definition and Formats 1483. Specificities in Video-supported Mediation 1494. Suggestions for Video-mediation Practices 1554.1 Handling the Technology. 1564.2 Ensuring a Good Process 1584.3 Working with Interpersonal Relations 1594.4 Handling Communication and Lack of Social Cues 1614.5 Considering Co-mediation 1625. In Closing 1636. References 164Cross-border Family Mediation (CBFM) TrainingJamie Walker & Ischtar Khalaf-Newsome 1671. Introduction 1671.1 The Development of Cross-border Family Mediation (CBFM) Into a Specialist Field 1681.2 Best Practices in Cross-border Family Mediation 1692. The Need for CBFM Training and Training Initiatives 1712.1 Training Needs for CBFM Mediators 1712.2 CBFM Training Needs for Other Target Groups 1722.3 Training Initiatives and Training Models 1743. Training Content and Methodology 1753.1 Content 1763.2 Training Methodology 1833.3 The Need for Qualified Trainers 1844. Networking and On-going Support 1845. Conclusion 1846. References 185Section 2 The Legal Context of Cross-border Family Cases 187The Legal Framework of Child Abduction CasesKyra Nehls 1891. Introduction 1892. The Legal Framework of the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction (1980 Hague Convention) 1892.1 Scope 1902.2 Substantive Requirements for Return 1902.3 Ban on a Decision on the Merits of Custody Rights (art. 16) 1912.4 Exceptions to the Obligation to Return the Child Immediately 1922.5 Procedural Steps 1932.6 Special Features of the Brussels IIb (Recast) Regulation 1942.7 De-escalation Measures to End Proceedings 1953. European Convention on Recognition and Enforcement of Decisions Concerning Custody of Children and on Restorationof Custody of Children (European Custody Convention) 1984. Abductions in Contracting States Not Party to the 1980 Hague Convention 1995. International Rights of Custody and Access 1995.1 Brussels IIb Regulation 1995.2 Hague Convention Concerning the Powers of Authorities and the Law Applicable in Respect of the Protection of Infants(1961 Hague Convention) 2015.3 Hague Convention of 19 October 1996 on Jurisdiction, Applicable Law, Recognition, Enforcement and Co-operationin Respect of Parental Responsibility and Measures for the Protection of Children (Hague Child Protection Convention) 2015.4 Access Rights Under the 1980 Hague Convention 2045.5 Rights of Access Under the European Convention on Recognition and Enforcement of Decisions ConcerningCustody of Children and on Restoration of Custody and Children 2045.6 Convention on Contact Concerning Children (Contact Convention) 2045.7 Autonomous Law 2056. Conclusion 2067. References 206Integrating Mediation Into Return and Parental Responsibility Court ProceedingsEberhard Carl & Martina Erb-Klünemann 2071. Introduction 2072. Court Proceedings for the Return of the Child 2073. Advantages of Integrating Mediation 2114. Integrating Mediation Into Court Proceedings 2125. Return Proceedings Under the 1980 Hague Convention 2135.1 Promotion of Mediation 2135.2 Working Groups 2145.3 German Working Group Recommendations 2155.4 Further Considerations When Recommending Mediation 2176. Financing Mediation 2226.1 Systems of Financing Mediation 2226.2 Statement of Costs 2247. Integrating Results of Mediation Into Court Proceedings 2267.1 Mediation as a Safe Place 2267.2 Content of a Mediated Agreement 2277.3 Rendering an Agreement Legally Binding 2277.4 Choice of Court Agreements Under the Brussels IIb Regulation 2298. Cross-border Parental Responsibility and Contact Proceedings 2319. Conclusion 23210. References 232A Best Practice Model: MiC-Mediators in CourtSabine Brieger 2371. Introduction 2371.1 International Family Proceedings 2371.2 Specialised Family Mediation 2381.3 Proceedings Under the 1980 Hague Child Abduction Convention and Mediation 2392. The "Mediators-in-Court" (MiC) Model 2402.1 Written Information About Mediation 2402.2 Particularities of the MiC Model 2402.3 The Decisive Difference 2433. Suggestions for Further Promotion of Mediation in Return Proceedings 2453.1 Legal Requirements 2453.2 Specialised Mediation and Mediation Structures 2463.3 Financing 2463.4 Training 2473.5 The Role of Lawyers 2473.6 Standardized Procedure 2473.7 Legal Implementation of an Agreement Reached in Mediation 2484. Conclusion 2495. References 249Rendering Mediated Family Agreements Legally Binding and EnforceableJuliane Hirsch & Sabine Brieger 2511. Introduction 2512. General Considerations 2512.1 Why Is It Important to Render Mediated Agreements Legally Binding and Enforceable? 2512.2 What Are the Main Challenges in Practice? 2522.3 What Are General Requirements for an Agreement to Become Legally Binding and Enforceable in One Legal System? 2532.4 Identifying the Relevant International Procedural Law and the Ideal "Starting Point Jurisdiction" 2583. International Work Undertaken to Improve the Situation 2604. Sample Agreement and Guidance in Practice 2624.1 Family Agreement in a German-Polish Case 2624.2 How to Render the Agreement Legally Binding and Enforceable in Germany 2634.3 How to Render the Agreement Legally Binding and Enforceable in the Other State - Poland - With the Help ofInternational/Regional Legal Instruments 2685. Need for Legislative Activity - on the National and International Level 2685.1 On the National Level 2685.2 On the International Level 2706. References 272Section 3 Important Contacts, Guidelines and Resources 2731. Important Contacts 2752. Weblinks to Important Resources 2762.1 Links to Practice Guides & Information Films and Other Resources 2762.2 Links to Important Legal Resources, Declarations & Legal Instruments 2773. Checklists 2783.1 Checklist for Requirements for an Order of Return 2783.2 Procedural Checklist for Judges 2794. Court Information Letters 2824.1 Information for Conflict Parties: An Example From Germany 2824.2 Information for Lawyers: An Example From Germany 2845. Stages of Mediation 2876. Agreement to Mediate 2887. Examples of Mediated Parental Agreements 2917.1 Parental Settlement and Court Order - Germany 2917.2 Parental Settlement and Mirror Order - USA 2938. Choice of Court Agreement 2989. Wroclaw Declaration 301Section 4 Legal Instruments 3031. 1980 Hague Convention 3052. Brussels IIb (Recast) Regulation 3183. 1996 Hague Child Protection Convention 3984. Mediation Directive 2008/52/EC - European Parliament and of the Council 418Section 5 Case Studies 429A Bangladeshi-British MediationMohamed M. Keshavjee 431The Role of Consulting LawyersChristoph C. Paul & Jamie Walker 437From Child Abduction to Property DistributionChristoph C. Paul & Jamie Walker 445Notes on Contributors 455List of Authors 467Index 471