Bruce Tilley

Bruce Tilley, serving as Principal at Tilley Mediation, brings over four decades of rich experience in family law, having previously practised as an Accredited Family Law Specialist. His expertise now focuses on mediation, where he skilfully tailors processes to the unique needs of the involved parties. Bruce employs a facilitative model of mediation, which includes a pre-mediation conference to familiarise participants with the process and identify preliminary issues. This approach ensures the mediation proceeds effectively, fostering a cooperative environment. Alternatively, should the situation warrant, Bruce can implement an evaluative model, providing professional insights into the dispute at hand. He adeptly manages sessions with or without legal representatives and can facilitate shuttle mediation when required. As an accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Bruce is committed to navigating family disputes with a focus on achieving amicable solutions before resorting to court proceedings. His role in Family Dispute Resolution is crucial, requiring separate intake sessions to assess the suitability of the dispute for this process. If FDR is deemed appropriate, Bruce schedules sessions aimed at reaching consensus. Should FDR be unsuitable or unsuccessful, he can issue a S60I certificate, allowing the matter to proceed to court if necessary. Bruce's extensive career includes leading Tilley Family Law and Mediation since 2014, where he offers comprehensive legal and mediation services to clients dealing with relationship breakdowns. Prior to establishing his practice, he was a partner at Maclarens Lawyers for 25 years. His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Jurisprudence and Bachelor of Laws from the University of New South Wales, complemented by Mediation Training and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Training from Bond University. Bruce's longstanding dedication to family law and mediation underscores his commitment to facilitating constructive resolutions for all parties involved.