Bringing Mediation to You, No Matter the Distance, with Online Dispute Resolution

Resolving disputes anywhere, anytime with mediation services delivered online, allowing you to resolve disputes efficiently from the comfort of your own space.

40 Years of Resolving Disputes with Expertise and Empathy

Drawing on decades as a lawyer, judge, academic, author and mediator, I bring a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of effective dispute resolution.

Cost Effective

Flexible

Accessible

Improves Engagement & Communication

Convenient

Less Stressful

Based in Tasmania, Resolving Disputes Across Australia

My goal is to help you resolve disputes effectively, whether online or face-to-face. Using video conferencing, I provide flexible and accessible mediation, allowing parties to engage from their own locations, no matter the distance. For those who prefer in-person mediation, I can arrange travel to facilitate sessions, ensuring the process is tailored to your needs.

Testimonials from Past Mediation Clients

Due to the confidential nature of mediation, some personal details have been redacted from the testimonials. Instead, I’ve indicated whether the feedback comes from a party, lawyer, or other participant in the mediation process.

Lawyer

"Thank you for mediating in this matter, you certainly had your work cut out for you. You handled my client with respect and allowed him to make his final decision without pressure. He certainly appreciated your involvement. My client is extremely happy with the overall result. Common sense prevailed."

Party

I am very grateful for both your and [my lawyer’s] support today.The fact we have an agreement and don’t have to go to court …. I honestly got home and felt like I had lost 50kg.I have nothing negative to say, just appreciate the transparency and honestly. The fact we went from pocket money each week to an agreement is a huge accomplishment.

Lawyer

"Thank you for your efforts in helping these parties reach a resolution last week. I'd like to share some feedback: 1. Initial contact via email after booking was completed was prompt and clear as to the pathway to ready the matter for the mediation. 2. Initial lawyer-mediator meeting was concise and served as good housekeeping. 3. I was particularly impressed with the lengths and preparation undertaken prior to the mediation, and in particular the summary type document that helped frame the mediation as a whole, and seemingly brought the clients to earth a bit. 4. The mediation day itself otherwise ran as expected, and I felt my client had opportunity to say what he needed to say in that forum. 5. Things ran as smoothly as possible from my perspective, because of the front-end work done by yourself to prepare the matter for the mediation day."

Party

"I would like to thank you for assisting with our property settlement yesterday. I am extremely relieved and satisfied with the outcome. Your knowledge and communicating skills were second to none. I found you to be a very calming presence in what is a very tense environment. I felt well informed, listened to and my wishes respected. You explained everything so well and made a stressful situation much more bearable. Myself (and my boys ) are extremely happy with the outcome and feel that finally some justice has been done. This has been a very long and painful road for my boys and I but now we can look forward to better days and move on with our lives. You played a huge part in that and for that I am forever grateful. I have no hesitation in recommending your services to anyone. Once again thank you from the bottom of my heart for your assistance, I don't think the day would have run so smoothly and been so successful without your help."

Lawyer

"Whilst the prospect of mediation is viewed as gladiatorial by the two parties, you from the outset provided a calm and unfiltered view as to the process. At all times I felt supported and confident that you really were seeking an outcome that was to be considered fair. Although in my case we were unable to achieve an outcome it was clear that you had done all you could do to work the room. You were kind and affable and presented as one seeking a balanced and fair outcome for all parties."

Party

"I am beyond grateful for your assistance in helping my ex-husband and me reach a fair and equitable resolution in our property settlement. I was thoroughly impressed with your approach to mediation right from our initial meeting. Your clear and straightforward explanation of the mediation process in plain English significantly eased my apprehensions. I also deeply appreciated that the mediation was conducted online. The use of the shuttle service further contributed to my comfort, enabling me to think clearly and make well-informed decisions. I wholeheartedly recommend your services to anyone seeking assistance with legal matters that require skilled mediation."

Lawyer

"Thank you for a great day at mediation. My client is so relieved to have the matter finalised. I really didn’t think we’d get there. In fact, I had packed up and was about to head home for a glass of wine! I’m looking forward to working with you again."

Lawyer

"From my viewpoint, the most helpful aspect of your involvement was the preparation of the pre-mediation worksheet, which skilfully navigated the rip between the Scylla of being abstract and theoretical, and the Charibdis of imposing your own views on the parties. In my estimation, you made it possible for the parties and the practitioners to access your scholarship, clear analysis and frank and honest views, without being in any way prescriptive. It helps, of course, that you are a naturally and unremittingly courteous and amiable person."

Party

"I thank you for your assistance in our matter. I was very comfortable with and during mediation process. You were easy to talk to and made what was a very difficult day feel like it wasn't. You were clearly very knowledgeable and gave me the knowledge to make good decisions on the day. All in all very happy with your service, thank you."

Party

"I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your guidance and dedication throughout the mediation process. Thanks to your expertise, patience, and ability to navigate complex discussions, I was able to achieve the property settlement I had been seeking. Your professionalism and fairness created an atmosphere where everyone felt heard, and your ability to find common ground truly made a difference. I deeply appreciate the time and effort you put into understanding my concerns and priorities. You handled each step of the process with great care and empathy, which gave me the confidence to trust the outcome. It’s not often one encounters someone so skilled at balancing the human and technical sides of a situation, and I feel fortunate to have had you as a mediator. Thank you again for your role in this outcome and for helping me move forward with a sense of closure and peace. I would be happy to recommend your services to anyone in need of mediation and will not hesitate to reach out to you in the future if the need arises."

Party

"Well, I have been impressed from the very first contact with you right through the mediation process. Your preparation was well thought out and thorough and left me with no questions. You made me feel safe and in extremely good hands especially with my legal team I was fortunate to have with me. Zoom rooms worked extremely well and [my barrister] was so good to rely on. I got a bit lost with figures and percentages etc, but [my barrister] and yourself did the work needed. I am forever grateful ."

Lawyer

"I just wanted to take the time to say what an impact you've had on me in terms of working with mediators. From the extensive preparation to the considerate and even-handed approach to operating the mediation, I have a strong suspicion that your influence had a large part to play in the resolution yesterday. You created a space where parties could talk informally and openly, and [my client] was appreciative of this from the moment you engaged with him. The close care and attention you gave to the matter was evident to see. Once again, thank you - you're doing a great service to the profession and I'm grateful (as a practitioner and on behalf of [my client])."

"I appreciated your professionalism and honesty. Every step of the way I was informed of what would happen next. It was great to have the 'pre' mediation meeting. That really helped with my nerves. Meeting you one on one was a relief. I felt you explained everything to me in my language. You were approachable, kind and understanding. I was grateful for your experience and patience. At the same time you kept the mediation moving forward, I felt it went very quickly. You checked in on me regularly, asking if I was ok, did I need a break. All questions were directed to me, you made me feel like this was about me and that I was important."

"Thank you for taking the time to facilitate our mediation session. I greatly appreciate your dedication in guiding us through the process. Our initial contact was particularly beneficial as it provided me with clear guidelines and realistic expectations about the mediation journey. It set the foundation for a constructive dialogue and helped me prepare effectively for the session. I found the pre-mediation notes especially valuable. Your ability to approach the situation from a neutral, third-party perspective allowed me to focus on the facts and gain a clearer understanding of the key issues."

"I felt the mediation process was well conducted, respectful and considerate of each party’s situation. I thought you did a great job of being neutral and also understanding of everyone’s positions.I found the process to be comfortable and I thank you for your assistance in helping to get the matter solved."

"Thank you so much for your advice and guidance on the mediation in an area that I am happily green.You provided me with clear insight in understanding the repercussions of taking each path prior to me walking it and for that I appreciate you.So thank you for gently steering Nina [my partner] & I away from more heart ache and financial loss."

"It was fantastic to work with you in this mediation. I really like your approach and the preparation and time you put in with the clients beforehand. The information you provide kind of sets the tone and a bit about expectations so we are not too side-tracked with some of the basics (which I feel can happen no matter how much work you put into the advice you give sometimes).I found that you engaging with clients earlier in the piece makes for an is efficient use of time on the day. Although my client was very keen to acquiesce and be conciliatory which made things very easy, I think that he felt heard and understood by you which is obviously a great way to build trust and rapport before the mediation."

"The client, passed on to me that he felt very comfortable and relaxed during the mediation thanks to your guidance and is very happy with the result which was reached.I appreciated your approach today and found it very effective. I hope to work with you again soon!"

"The pre-mediation, I found to be extremely helpful. After listening to you, it made me think differently about staying in the house, which lead to us having a discussion around whether purchase him a townhouse or villa, which ultimately would place me in a better position as I age. I was able to have this discussion prior to the mediation which I believe enabled the matter to be settled. Thank you for opening my eyes to look at the settlement option through different lenses."

Party

Your experience, honesty and calm input continually throughout the mediation, allowed me to feel empowered to the point that I was able to take in some of your break-down suggestions and strategies to reach a solution. I believe that there are very, very, few people who could have reached a resolution that day. Your honesty at the very end of the day, that perhaps a resolution would not be met, reminded me that I could quickly find myself in a much worse situation for the next 18 months and it was a necessary reminder to keep myself willing to remain open and compromise.Your feedback after the process also contributed to solidifying my own thoughts about my outcome and I thank you for taking the time to stay online and do that. So, I feel extremely satisfied and happy with the resolution you mediated. I feel so incredibly calm and peaceful, and I know that my positive experience with you as the mediator has contributed to the feeling both on the day and after the fact.

Party

I really felt the initial zoom meeting was really beneficial to understanding the mediation process and how to prepare for it. Your suggestions in this zoom call were invaluable to preparing myself independently and brought some new focus to areas I had not previously considered. The opportunity your suggestions provided, allowed me to really cement for myself how I wanted to move forward and what I would need to do so.During the mediation, it became very clear early on, that the process was going to be much more difficult than I could have even imagined. I really appreciate your suggestions as they arose during the breakout rooms and could tell from some of your choice of language, exactly what you were encountering in discussions with the other party. I really want to thank you for that, as whilst it wasn't new information to me, it reminded me how 'unwilling to compromise' the other party were and essentially reminded me that I would have to drive much more of the process than I realised.

Party

I just wanted to sincerely thank you for the way you handled my mediation. Going into this process, I was worn down, scared, and had almost given up. The pre-mediation meeting was absolutely essential — it gave me clarity and a sense of steadiness I didn’t think I’d be able to find before negotiations began. Your calm guidance, fairness, and ability to keep things on track made all the difference, especially given how complex my situation was. Conducting the negotiations via video call, without me having to engage directly with the other party, was such a relief and allowed me to focus on what really mattered. I’m very happy to let you know that the court approved the application this week — it’s now all over. I truly felt supported throughout the entire process, and if there were more than five stars, I’d give them — five just isn’t enough. I’m incredibly grateful for the outcome we achieved and for the respect and care you showed along the way.

What is Dispute Resolution?

Dispute resolution is not an adversarial or combative process. Dispute resolution is about compromise. In fact, the term “mediation” is derived from the Latin verb mediāre, meaning “to be in the middle”. Dispute resolution is about finding mutually acceptable and “liveable” outcomes, not winners and losers.
Dispute resolution is not about each party advocating for what they want or believe they are entitled to. It is about finding solutions that satisfactorily address everybody’s needs and interests and allow everybody to move on and heal.

Parenting Disputes

When it comes to mediation services for parenting disputes, I focus on practical solutions that prioritise the best interests of children and families. Whether your matter is pre-filing or already in court, my tailored approach includes options for online or in-person sessions, with co-mediation available for pre-filing cases where a s.60I certificate is needed.

My goal is to support parents in finding resolutions that reduce conflict and help everyone move forward.

Find out more about parenting dispute mediation.

Property Dispute Mediation

I offer flexible and tailored property dispute mediation services across Australia. Whether you’re addressing issues before filing or managing disputes already in court, I can help facilitate effective resolutions. With options for online or in-person sessions, my approach ensures a collaborative process that saves time, reduces stress, and prioritises practical outcomes.

Learn more about property dispute mediation.

Parenting Disputes
Property Dispute Mediation