Louisiana Directory of Divorce Mediation and Mediators

Divorce Mediation provides a directory of mediators and arbitrators available to provide assistance both through the court system and independently. ADR, alternative dispute resolution, often provides an accelerated result with greater cooperation in addition to less contention and cost to both parties.  

Mediation is an informal, voluntary process in which a mediator, trained in facilitation and negotiation techniques, assists all parties to reach a mutually acceptable conclusion. What distinguishes mediation from other forms of dispute resolution, principally litigation in court and arbitration, is that the mediator does not impose a solution but rather assists the parties to create their own understanding. Mediated agreements, especially in situations involving families and divorce, often include unique solutions tailored to specific situations that are not available in arbitration or litigation through the court system.

The actual process of mediation is flexible and creative varying with the needs of the parties involved and the methods used by the mediator.  While the parties may meet face to face to discuss the issues involved, it is also possible that private caucus, physically separated from the other party, can be useful in reaching a compromise.  Private caucus in mediation can be used to send messages, clarify a position, ask questions and tender proposals, offers and counter offers to either party.  Mediation is non-binding unless both parties agree to a settlement.  

Find a mediator and/or arbitrator in your state from the following list:

David W. Earle, LPC 
Earle Company
10802 Landsbury, Suite B
Baton Rouge, LA 70809-2879
USA 225-293-3783
Fax: 225-291-5320
URL: http://www.EarleCompany.com

Linda A Liljedahl 
Law,Mediation &ADR Seminar Ofcs.of Linda Liljedahl
Linda A. Liljedahl has over 24 years of legal practice experience & is primarily engaged in mediation, arbitration and other forms of ADR practices and methods. Ms. Liljedahl also presents regularly scheduled seminars on mediation, arbitration and ADR techniques, which qualify for MCLE credit, & is available for private group training seminars upon consulation.
Senior Mediator 
5222 Blair Lane
Suite C
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
USA 225.766.8927
Fax: 225.766.3798
URL: http://www.msmediator.org