ADR Services In Minneapolis
Alternative dispute resolution is a way to build a better outcome in high-tension, high-conflict cases. If you and the other party are motivated to pursue an amicable outcome, ADR is one smart method. I can provide you with the information you need to move forward.
Kretchmer Family Law, PLLC provides alternative dispute resolution services for attorneys with family law clients. My firsthand experience in ADR methodology, both representing clients and as a mediator, parenting consultant, and arbitrator, has been called on by other attorneys and clients many times.
When I Represent You in Mediation
Choosing to resolve your family law matter through alternative dispute resolution ADR route is often the first step toward solving a problem that might otherwise drag on in court — consuming time, money, and emotional energy. If you’re preparing for mediation, or even just exploring whether it’s the right fit, I can help you navigate the process as your attorney and advocate.
In this role, I guide you through every stage of mediation, helping you clarify goals, understand your options, and negotiate from a position of strength. My experience allows me to anticipate challenges, keep discussions focused, and protect your interests while still working toward a cooperative resolution.
I can also represent you in early neutral evaluations (ENE), where a neutral professional offers nonbinding guidance early in the process, and in personal property arbitration, which resolves disputes over smaller items that often get overlooked during property division. In all these settings, my focus is on securing solutions that are strategic, practical, and durable — and on keeping you out of costly, drawn-out litigation whenever possible.
When I Serve as the Mediator
I also serve as a neutral mediator, helping parents and former partners resolve disputes directly and constructively. In this role, I do not represent either side; instead, I facilitate productive dialogue, help both parties understand each other’s priorities, and guide them toward agreements that serve their children and stand the test of time.
My mediation work spans a wide range of family law issues, including:
- Custody and parenting-time disputes
- Decision-making authority and parental responsibility
- Modifications of existing orders
- Relocation and move-away cases
- Parenting consulting, where I act as a neutral decision-maker in post-decree disputes, offering quicker, more efficient solutions than court.
Whether the matter is large or small, my approach is grounded in creative problem-solving, child-centered decision-making, and durable, workable outcomes. Mediation is not about “winning” or “losing” — it’s about finding solutions that work for your family and your future.
Find Out How My Office Makes A Difference
Alternative dispute resolution offers what traditional litigation often cannot — speed, privacy, flexibility, and lower cost. I can guide you through the process of moving your case into mediation and help you stay in control of the outcome. Call me at 612-887-3997