Family Law Mediation
in PA & NJ
A collaborative, cost-effective alternative to litigation — helping parties reach practical, lasting agreements with 60+ hours of formal mediation training.
Mediation is a voluntary, confidential process in which a neutral third party — the mediator — helps disputing parties communicate, identify their interests, and work toward a mutually acceptable resolution. It is widely recognized as one of the most effective ways to resolve family law disputes without the cost, stress, and uncertainty of litigation.
Christine has completed more than 60 hours of formal mediation training and brings that expertise to family law disputes involving divorce, child custody, child support, property division, and more. As a trained mediator with deep family law experience, she is uniquely positioned to help parties understand their legal rights while facilitating productive dialogue. Christine is a proud member of the PA Council for Mediators.
Mediation is not appropriate for every situation — but for many families, it offers a faster, less expensive, and less adversarial path to resolution. Christine can help you evaluate whether mediation is right for your circumstances.
How I Can Help
- Divorce mediation
- Child custody and parenting plan mediation
- Child support mediation
- Property and asset division
- Post-divorce modification disputes
- Spousal support negotiations
- Confidential and voluntary process
- Agreements that hold up over time
How the Mediation Process Works
In mediation, Christine meets with both parties — either together or separately — to help them identify their interests, understand their legal rights, and explore options for resolution. Sessions are confidential and informal. The mediator does not make decisions for the parties; instead, she facilitates communication and helps the parties reach their own agreement. If an agreement is reached, it can be formalized into a legally binding document.
Benefits of Mediation Over Litigation
Litigation is expensive, time-consuming, and emotionally draining — and the outcome is ultimately decided by a judge who may have limited knowledge of your family's specific circumstances. Mediation puts the decision-making power back in the hands of the parties. It is typically faster and less costly than going to court, and agreements reached through mediation tend to be more durable because both parties have a hand in crafting them.
When Mediation May Not Be Appropriate
Mediation works best when both parties are willing to engage in good faith and when there is no significant power imbalance between them. It may not be appropriate in situations involving domestic violence, substance abuse, or where one party is unwilling to disclose financial information honestly.
Please note that if a mediation consultation takes place, Christine is acting solely in the capacity of a neutral mediator and cannot provide legal advice to either party or represent either party in subsequent litigation arising from the same matter. Parties are encouraged to consult with their own independent legal counsel before, during, and after the mediation process.
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