How mediation can help family law proceedings: a podcast with Stephen Wildblood KC
11th August 2025
3PB associate member Stephen Wildblood KC (pictured here) and clinical psychologist Dr Freda Gardner, in conversation with Emily Roskilly, partner and founder of Roskilly & Co, explore the many benefits of mediation in separation and share their top tips for families going through difficult times.
Click here to listen to the podcast.
Stephen Wildblood KC is a 3PB associate member, Private FDR Judge, mediator, children and financial remedy arbitrator and early neutral evaluator. He sits part-time in the Family and High Court (Family Division) and writes in a number of Family Law textbooks, including the Red Book. He also writes and directs plays to show the social reality behind the issues that arise in Family proceedings.
Stephen works with the highly respected consultant clinical psychologist, Dr Freda Gardner, offering non-court based assistance to families who might otherwise find themselves involved in Family Court proceedings.
To instruct Stephen Wildblood KC (and to access his work with Dr Gardner), or to see about his availability to conduct arbitrations, mediations, private FDRs, early neutral evaluations, and other forms of NCDR please contact [email protected] or telephone 0330 332 0773.
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