Cross-Border Family Mediation : International Parental Child Abduction, Custody and Access Cases / Christoph C. Paul, Sybille Kiesewetter, and Ischtar Khalaf-Newsome.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Paul, Christoph C., 1950- author.

Kiesewetter, Sybille, author.

Khalaf-Newsome, Ischtar, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Custody of children.

Family mediation.

Parental kidnapping.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (482 pages)

Place of Publication:

Frankfurt am Main, Germany : Wolfgang Metzner Verlag, [2023]

Summary:

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 Fälle- Anleitung zu den besonderen Merkmalen grenzüberschreitender Familiensachen sowie den eingesetzten Methoden, Mediationsmodellen und Instrumenten- Informationen zur Koordinierung der Mediation mit Gerichtsverfahren in Kindesentführungsfällen- Leitlinien für die grenzüberschreitende Vollstreckbarkeit von im Mediationsverfahren geschlossenen Familienvereinbarungen- Ansätze und bewährte Praktiken für die Mediation in Fällen mit (muslimischen) Ländern, die nicht dem Haager Übereinkommen angehören- Informationen zur Einbeziehung der Stimme des Kindes in die Mediation, Online-Mediation, Zweisprachigkeit in der grenzüberschreitenden Mediation- praktische 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 cases- insight into the specific characteristics of cross-border family cases, the methodologies, mediation models and tools employed- information on coordinating mediation with court proceedings in child abduction cases- guidance on the cross-border enforceability of mediated family agreements- family 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 textsList of authorsLin 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

Contents:

Cover

Title

Imprint

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements

Foreword

Preface

Parental Child Abduction - A Personal Story

Introduction

1. What Happened

1.1 The Events Surrounding the Abduction

1.2 Back in Germany

1.3 Contact With the Father

1.4 Life Goes On

1.5 Illness

2. Parental Child Abduction as Developmental Trauma

2.1 Freeze - A Child's Response to Inescapable Threat

2.2 The Fawn Response

2.3 Developmental Attachment

2.4 Childhood Trauma and Auto-immune Disease

2.5 Why Did Homeopathy, Breathing, EMDR Help?

3. Making Sense of the Past

3.1 Healing the Wounds

4. Concluding Thoughts

5. References

Section 1 Mediation in Cross-border Family Cases

Family Mediation in an International Context

1. Cross-border Parental Child Abduction and Access Conflicts

2. Challenges of Mediating Cross-border Disputes Involving Parents and Children

2.1 Putting Mediation on the Agenda - Public Outreach

2.2 Suitability for Mediation

2.3 Particularities of Mediation in 1980 Hague Convention Cases

2.4 Finding Suitable Mediators

2.5 Motivating Parents and Lawyers

2.6 Preparing the Mediation Process

2.7 Time Needed in the Preparatory Stage

2.8 Location of the Mediation

2.9 Timeframe of the Mediation

2.10 Particular Features Related to the Stages of Mediation

2.11 Who Else Should be Involved in the Mediation?

2.12 Collaboration of the Co-mediators

2.13 How Should the Lawyers of Both Parents be Integrated?

2.14 How Should the Courts be Integrated?

2.15 Particularities in Relation to the Mediation Process

2.16 Language, Communication, Documents, Resources

2.17 Agreement to Mediate

2.18 Fees and Expenses

2.19 Final Agreement - Memorandum of Understanding

2.20 Post-mediation Care and Support

3. References

Mediation in Action.

1. Introduction

2. The Challenges of Mediating Cross-border Family Conflicts

3. Making the Best of an "Impossible" Situation

4. Methodology, Dynamics and Attitude

5. Case Study

6. Bi-national Projects and Wider International Cooperation

6.1 Developing Professional Mediation: The German-French Project

6.2 Dealing With Different Legal Cultures: The German-US Project

6.3 Cooperation at All Levels: The German-Polish Project

6.4 Bridge to Asia: The German-Japanese Project

6.5 International Cooperation and Networking

7. Conclusion

8. References

International Parental Child Abduction to Non-Hague Muslim Countries: Mediation as a Viable Option

1. Introduction

2. The 1980 Hague Convention and Muslim Countries

2.1 The 1980 Hague Child Abduction Convention: Key Provisions

2.2 Perceived Obstacles to Muslim Countries Joining the 1980 Hague Convention

2.2.1 Different Concepts of Parental Responsibility in Muslim Family Law and the 1980 Hague Convention

2.2.2 Recent Developments in Custody Regimes in Muslim Countries: Can Discrepancies With the Western Custody Concept be Overcome?

2.3 International Initiatives Between Hague Convention Countries and Non-Convention Muslim Countries

2.3.1 Bilateral Agreements

3. Mediation as a Viable Option in Child Abduction Cases to Non-Convention Muslim Countries

3.1 Working Party on Mediation in the Context of the Malta Process

3.2 Mediation in Different Cultures and the Development of Crossborder Family Mediation

3.3 The Amenability to Mediation of Family Conflicts in Islam

3.4 Cross-border Family Mediation in a Muslim Context: Towards a Model and Standards

3.4.1 MiKK Expert Meeting on Mediation in Family Cases With a Muslim Context

3.5 Cross-border Family Mediation Training for a Muslim Context: A Culturally Appropriate Model

4. Conclusion.

5. References

The Voice of the Child in International Family Mediation

2. The Legislative Framework

3. Insights from Research

4. Involving Children in Mediation

5. A Practice Model

6. Considerations Specific to Cross-border Mediation Cases

Cross-border and Bilingual: Bridging the Linguistic Gap

2. Parties in Conflict

3. Complex Problem: Clear-cut Solution?

3.1 Intercomprehension

3.2 The Co-mediator as Interpreter

3.2.1 The Interpreting Process

3.2.2 Interpreter-mediator - Conflict of Roles?

3.3 From a Triad to a Quadrant - Enlisting an Interpreter

3.3.1 Code of Conduct of Interpreters

3.3.2 Changes in the Dynamics of the Mediation when Mediating with an Interpreter

3.3.3 Time Factors when Mediating with an Interpreter

3.3.4 Seating

4. Role Plays and Interviews

5. Conclusion

5.1 Suggestions for Mediators of Bilingual Cross-border Mediations

6. References

Mediation With a Twist - Handling Mediation Online

2. Online Dispute Resolution - Definition and Formats

3. Specificities in Video-supported Mediation

4. Suggestions for Video-mediation Practices

4.1 Handling the Technology.

4.2 Ensuring a Good Process

4.3 Working with Interpersonal Relations

4.4 Handling Communication and Lack of Social Cues

4.5 Considering Co-mediation

5. In Closing

Cross-border Family Mediation (CBFM) Training

1.1 The Development of Cross-border Family Mediation (CBFM) Into a Specialist Field

1.2 Best Practices in Cross-border Family Mediation

2. The Need for CBFM Training and Training Initiatives

2.1 Training Needs for CBFM Mediators

2.2 CBFM Training Needs for Other Target Groups

2.3 Training Initiatives and Training Models.

3. Training Content and Methodology

3.1 Content

3.1.1 Legal Framework

3.1.2 Psycho-social Aspects of CBFM

3.1.3 Cross-cultural Competence

3.1.4 Bi-lingual Competence

3.1.5 Tools and Methods of CBFM Mediation

3.2 Training Methodology

3.3 The Need for Qualified Trainers

4. Networking and On-going Support

Section 2 The Legal Context of Cross-border Family Cases

The Legal Framework of Child Abduction Cases

2. The Legal Framework of the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction (1980 Hague Convention)

2.1 Scope

2.2 Substantive Requirements for Return

2.2.1 Wrongfulness of Removal or Retention

2.2.2 Effective Exercise of Rights of Custody

2.2.3 Filing the Application Within One Year

2.3 Ban on a Decision on the Merits of Custody Rights (art. 16)

2.4 Exceptions to the Obligation to Return the Child Immediately

2.4.1 Non-exercise of Custody Rights/Consent

2.4.2 Grave Risk

2.4.3 Objections/Wishes of the Child

2.4.4 Social Integration of the Child

2.4.5 Violation of Fundamental Principles Relating to the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms (art. 20)

2.5 Procedural Steps

2.5.1 Requirements for Making an Application (art. 8)

2.5.2 Legal Costs

2.5.3 National Procedural Law

2.6 Special Features of the Brussels IIb (Recast) Regulation

2.7 De-escalation Measures to End Proceedings

3. European Convention on Recognition and Enforcement of Decisions Concerning Custody of Children and on Restoration of Custody of Children (European Custody Convention)

4. Abductions in Contracting States Not Party to the 1980 Hague Convention

5. International Rights of Custody and Access

5.1 Brussels IIb Regulation

5.1.1 Recognition and Enforcement

5.1.2 Rights of Custody.

5.1.3 Rights of Access

5.2 Hague Convention Concerning the Powers of Authorities and the Law Applicable in Respect of the Protection of Infants (1961 Hague Convention)

5.3 Hague Convention of 19 October 1996 on Jurisdiction, ApplicableLaw, Recognition, Enforcement and Co-operation in Respect of Parental Responsibility and Measures for the Protection of Children (Hague Child Protection Convention)

5.3.1 Jurisdiction

5.3.2 Applicable Law

5.3.3 Recognition and Enforcement

5.3.4 Cooperation Between Courts and Authorities

5.4 Access Rights Under the 1980 Hague Convention

5.5 Rights of Access Under the European Convention on Recognitionand Enforcement of Decisions Concerning Custody of Children and on Restoration of Custody and Children

5.6 Convention on Contact Concerning Children (Contact Convention)

5.7 Autonomous Law

6. Conclusion

7. References

Integrating Mediation Into Return and Parental Responsibility Court Proceedings

2. Court Proceedings for the Return of the Child

3. Advantages of Integrating Mediation

4. Integrating Mediation Into Court Proceedings

5. Return Proceedings Under the 1980 Hague Convention

5.1 Promotion of Mediation

5.2 Working Groups

5.3 German Working Group Recommendations

5.4 Further Considerations When Recommending Mediation

6. Financing Mediation

6.1 Systems of Financing Mediation

6.2 Statement of Costs

6.2.1 Costs of Adversarial Proceedings in Germany and Sweden

6.2.2 Fictitious Costs of Court Proceedings in the First Instance in Germany Together With Mediation

6.2.3 Conclusion Regarding Costs

7. Integrating Results of Mediation Into Court Proceedings

7.1 Mediation as a Safe Place

7.2 Content of a Mediated Agreement

7.3 Rendering an Agreement Legally Binding.

7.4 Choice of Court Agreements Under the Brussels IIb Regulation.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9783961171361

396117136X