From distinguished family mediation pioneers to new mediators beginning their careers, we are an Academy of Professional Family Mediators committed to supporting the work of all family mediators and advancing the field of family mediation.
Finding the Right Mediator
The Academy of Professional Family Mediators recommends that you approach hiring a mediator just like you would any other professional (such as a physician, lawyer or accountant). Generally, you should obtain the following information in selecting a mediator:
The mediator’s membership in APFM and other professional associations (such as a physician, lawyer or accountant). Generally, you should obtain the following information in selecting a mediator:
Background, education and training of the mediator
Experience or knowledge in mediating the type of case you have
Fees charged and how the fees are to be divided among all parties
- Background, education and training of the mediator
- Experience or knowledge in mediating the type of case you have
- Fees charged and how the fees are to be divided among all parties
- The mediator’s membership in APFM and other professional associations