Mediation

I have completed Mediation Training and I am certified through Manousso Mediation and ADR Services and Training, in compliance with the Alternative Dispute Resolution Procedures Act §154.052, Texas Civil Practice & Remedy Code Ann..  This certification enables me to resolve conflicts through mediation in all areas of law.

In addition, I have received my certification in Advanced Family, Divorce and Child Custody Mediation in the area of family dynamics and violence, ethics, theory, practice considerations, child development, financial aspects of divorce, and family law.

I have also received a specialized certification in Elder and Adult Care mediation. When families need assistance in making decisions that involve the health, well-being, financial management, and end-of-life decisions of a loved adult or senior, a family mediation is ideal. The objective is to have the family come together and make decisions that support the relationship of the whole family. 

I am a member of the Association of Conflict Resolution; a candidate for membership with the Texas Association of Mediators; and a candidate for credentials with the Texas Mediator Credentialing Association.  

Particular strengths which contribute to my effectiveness as a mediator include my experience in representing both Plaintiffs and Defendants in a myriad of legal issues, as well as litigating over one hundred (100) jury trials to a verdict. I am available to mediate any cases you may have including civil, personal injury, labor and employment, and consumer cases.

My standard fee is $600.00 ($300/per party) for ½  day and $1200.00 ($600/per party) for a full day of mediation.

Mediation is a process under which an impartial person, the mediator, facilitates communication between the parties to promote a resolution or settlement. The mediator will act as an advocate for resolution or settlement and will use his best efforts to assist the parties in reaching a mutually acceptable settlement. The mediator may suggest ways of resolving the dispute, but may not impose his own judgment on the issues for that of the parties. The parties understand that the mediator will not impose a resolution or settlement in their case and agree that they are responsible for negotiating a settlement acceptable to them. Typically, the parties voluntarily agree to the appointment of the mediator in their case.

The mediator’s obligation is to work on behalf of each party equally. The mediator does not have the authority to decide any issue in the case for the parties, and has no power to decide disputed issues for the parties. However, the mediator may offer suggestions to assist the parties achieve settlement. While no one is asked to commit to an intention to settle or to actually settling, the parties are committing to participate in the proceedings in good faith.

The mediation is also confidential and the mediator and all parties agree to maintain the confidentiality nature of the mediation with regard to the views expressed or suggestions made by another party with respect to a possible settlement of the dispute; admissions made by another party in the course of the mediation proceedings; proposals made or views expressed by the mediator; or the fact that another party has or has not indicated willingness to accept a proposal for settlement made by the mediator.

The mediation is usually over if the parties reach a settlement and execute a settlement agreement by the parties; or  if the mediator declares further efforts at mediation are no longer worthwhile.

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