Mediation

It is usually easier to settle a dispute outside of court with an unbiased third party than incurring the time and cost of litigation. There are occasions when two opposing sides have a disagreement, but if they could talk about the problem in a neutral, non-threatening environment that was led by a trained professional, they could resolve the conflict relatively quickly. In those situations, using an experienced mediator can save both time and money for all parties involved and will give the participants the ability to craft a solution that fits their unique circumstances.

Mediation can be useful in many different situations, from trying to resolve conflict prior to the initiation of litigation, to helping parties embroiled in highly contested litigation matter reach a settlement. Whether you need to work out the details of a custody agreement, arrange child support and/or maintenance, determine the appropriate division of marital assets, value a business, interpret a contract, or resolve a real estate dispute, RMS has mediators who can meet your needs.

Scott A. Smith and Heather Rooney McBride each have over 15 years of litigation experience in the courts of southwest Missouri; Scott A. Smith also practices in Kansas, and Heather Rooney McBride also practices in Arkansas and Oklahoma. They are familiar with the law and the way in which local courts have interpreted it. Using this experience, they can analyze your situation to help both sides feel valued and heard, often reaching resolution in just a few hours.