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MY AREAS OF
EXPERTISE

Providing an open and safe environment where both parties can speak freely, be heard,

and work from complexity toward clarity with less conflict.

Family Mediation

Helping separating couples work through parenting arrangements, financial matters, property division and other important decisions in a confidential, structured setting.

Civil Dispute Mediation

Facilitating constructive discussions to help resolve disagreements involving contracts, landlord-tenant matters and other civil disputes.

Net Family Property Statements

Preparing Ontario Net Family Property calculations and Form 13B statements for separating couples and family law professionals, including organizing and reviewing financial disclosure.

Services & Fees

For separating couples to reach fair and lasting agreements.

Separation agreements, Parenting plans, Division of property, Spousal and child support. 


Mediation sessions (typically two hours) are billed at $250 per hour per couple, with costs shared between the parties as agreed. 


Couples without children may require approximately two sessions, while couples with children who need parenting plans may require four or more. The number of sessions depends on the complexity of the issues and the progress made.

Time spent reviewing documentation, preparing for mediation sessions, and drafting is billed separately at $125 per hour. 


Mediation Session Summations, Memoranda of Understanding, Separation Agreements, Parenting Plans, and Support Calculations.  


Draft Separation Agreements are provided to both parties for review with their respective independent family law lawyers before signing.

Net Family Property (NFP) Statement Preparation — Starting at $1,000 per couple


Includes collecting, reviewing and organizing financial disclosure, calculating Net Family Property and preparing completed Ontario Form 13B statements.


This service is available to separating couples and family law professionals. Additional fees may apply for complex financial circumstances and will be discussed in advance.

Assistance with a range of civil and interpersonal disputes.


Neighbour and property issues, Landlord and tenant conflicts, Contract and business disputes, Workplace and other matters.


Fees depend on the nature and complexity of the dispute and are discussed before mediation begins.

Each party is encouraged to obtain Independent Legal Advice from their own family law lawyer before signing a separation agreement. Referrals to independent family law lawyers are available upon request. Legal advice and associated fees are arranged directly with those lawyers.


Middle Ground Mediation provides neutral mediation, financial disclosure preparation and agreement drafting services. These services do not constitute legal advice or legal representation. The mediator does not act as a lawyer for either party.


LET’S find a way forward

I would be happy to discuss how Middle Ground Mediation can help you.

Please reach out for a complimentary 15-minute consultation.

 

INDIVIDUAL INTRODUCTORY SESSIONS

Once mediation begins, I meet privately with each party to understand their individual concerns, priorities and what they hope to achieve through mediation.


These confidential, one-on-one conversations provide an opportunity to speak openly without the other party present. They help identify the issues that need to be addressed and lay the groundwork for productive joint discussions.

 

JOINT MEDIATION SESSIONS

Following the individual introductory meetings, the parties come together to discuss the issues identified and explore possible solutions.


As mediator, I guide the conversation, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard while keeping discussions respectful, focused and constructive. The goal is to move beyond opposing positions toward practical solutions and mutually acceptable agreements.

 

Online Sessions

Mediation sessions can also be conducted online, offering a convenient and flexible option for parties who prefer to meet remotely or are unable to attend in person.


Through secure video meetings, participants can engage in the same structured, respectful discussions from separate locations, with the mediator guiding the conversation toward practical solutions and mutual agreement.