Even if you've never been involved in one yourself, you've surely heard what a nightmare a lawsuit can be, regardless whether you're the plaintiff or the defendant.  It's easy to see why it's so much smarter to settle a dispute than to get involved in a nasty court fight. 

Yet many of us have heard that the best settlements are those with which all parties are equally unhappy.  Well, I'm happy to say that's just not true!  The best settlements are those that result in reasonable satisfaction for all concerned, and that's exactly what happens at a good mediation. 

Everyone benefits when the parties control the outcome rather than leaving their fates in the hands of a jury, judge or arbitrator who will make a winner of one party and a loser of the other.  In fact, many times, even the "winner" of a lawsuit ends up feeling like a loser because of the high costs of winning -- both financial and emotional.

This website has been designed as a simple means for you to learn a little bit about me and the mediation services I offer.  Please take a look around and then contact me with whatever questions you have. It's easy to reach me by phone at 310-783-0999 and by email at Susan@SusanKeenberg.com.