So, What Is Mediation Anyway?
Mediation is a voluntary process. It is entered into to resolve disagreements with the assistance of a trained neutral and objective professional.
When you and your family member have a legal problem, you can work together with a mediator. Our San Jose mediator will work with both of you to:
- Gather and exchange information
- Identify issues
- Create solutions
- Reach agreement on all relevant issues
You choose not to go to court in this process, but you do not give up your right to do so if mediation is not the process for you. Click here to read our Frequently Asked Questions.
Why Russell Mediations?
Karen Drury Russell is the founder of Russell Mediations. She is a licensed attorney and has been a mediator for over 25 years. She mediates in the facilitative style. The facilitative style is a unique blend of law, mediation and kitchen table common sense.
She uses communication techniques to help you feel heard and communicate effectively while guiding you through the mediation process. Karen creates an environment that is very relaxed. She works to help you feel welcome, safe and relaxed as well as you go through the mediation process.
In short, this is not your “typical lawyer” experience. Call us for a free 15-minute consultation and see for yourself if our San Jose mediator and Russell Mediations is right for you.
Karen believes that the law is not always the answer to a problem. Yes, she will explain the law to you when you need it. But, it is provided as information in your decision-making process. It is NOT a directive on how to handle things – an approach not all lawyer mediators would agree with. At the end of the day, we empower YOU to resolve your own family matters with our help and guidance.
Let’s face it, life is too short for resentment and discord. Some are afraid to reach out to heal old wounds or avoid fresh ones. Russell Mediations brings people together in a way that allows them to connect.
Russell Mediations has your back.