DC Mediation & Dispute Resolution Institute
Guiding individuals, organizations, businesses, and communities through even the most complex disputes.
Our Approach
Our approach is built on integrity, compassion, kindness, humility, and empathy. We create a safe and supportive environment where everyone feels heard, respected, and valued. We take the time to understand our clients’ needs and interests and work closely with them to develop creative solutions that meet their goals.
We don't just resolve conflicts; we transform them into opportunities for collaboration and innovation. Our dispute services are designed to create wise outcomes that benefit all parties involved.
Our services
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Mediation
We provide a safe, impartial, and confidential space where parties feel heard and valued and can openly express their needs, concerns, interest, and perspectives. We listen to your underlying interests and motivations and guide you toward creative, collaborative, and sustainable solutions that meet your goals, interest, and objectives.
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Negotiation
Life does not give you what you deserve. It gives you what you negotiate for. With the right skill and approach, there is more you can get out of life and profession. We can negotiate on your behalf or equip you with the relevant knowledge and skill to authentically and ethically negotiate for yourself or your team.
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Executive Coaching
As an executive, you are the light of your organization. You can only shine as bright as the battery fueling you. With our executive coaching program, we provide you with specifically tailored content relevant to making your team strong and creating a healthy environment for them
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Conflict Management
Conflict is an inevitable part of life. If properly handled, conflict can be an opportunity for growth and positive change. Our conflict management training is designed to equip you with the skill to resolve conflict with dignity.
How We Resolve Conflict
We equip our clients to claim more value in life and profession. We safeguard your autonomy and empower you to take control of your own solutions and move forward with confidence and peace of mind. We offer you the tools and support you need to navigate future challenges. We believe conflicts can be transformed into opportunities for learning, growth, and positive change.
In-person and remote options
All our services are offered remotely. Except when you specifically want us to come to you and render our services in person
Meet our team
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Initiate Mediation
You can initiate mediation by submitting a request for mediation. It can be done over the phone, email, or any other electronic means
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Pay for your mediation
The cost of mediation is shared equally. The party initiating mediation pays at the time of submitting a request for mediation. The other pays after confirming consent to mediate
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Confirm consent from the other party(s)
Mediation is voluntary. ALL parties must confirm their consent to mediate in good faith. If you can’t or don't want to talk to the other side about this, We can do that for you.
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Set date and time for mediation
Coordinate with the parties to schedule their mediation. It’s scheduled on date and time convenient for parties and mediator
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Mediate
Our mediation is done virtually. We have 5 steps: (1) Introduction; (2) Information gathering; (3) Listing of topics/issues; (4) Brainstorming/negotiation; (5) Agreement. Once parties reach an agreement, we can, if contracted, draft them for the parties.
We are an agent of positive change, working to transform conflict into opportunities for growth, restoration, and positive change. We promote a culture of understanding and collaboration, where disputes are approached with an open mind and a willingness to listen. We help our clients overcome their differences and work towards mutually beneficial agreements that meet their needs and interests.
