Responsible for the service Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services County
Expert-assisted court mediation
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Expert-assisted court mediation, known in Finland as "Follo mediation," helps resolve parental disputes concerning custody, upbringing, living arrangements, visitation rights, and child maintenance support. This service is for cases unresolved by child welfare officers or family mediation services, offering a practical alternative to lengthy court battles.
The mediation aims to achieve a lasti ...
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To whom and on what terms
Parents may apply individually or jointly by submitting an informal request to the District Court in the child's residential area. Contact the District Court for further details.
This mediation is governed by Section 3a of the Act on Child Custody and Right of Access.
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Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services CountyText edited by: Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services County
Updated: 10/4/2025