A steady, compassionate approach to navigating divorce, post‑divorce communication, business conflict, and emotionally charged transitions.
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Laura Hamilton is a certified Mediator through the University of Southern Maine with a degree in psychology with an emphasis in Group process and organizational development.
I help individuals, couples, families, and small businesses move through conflict with clarity, steadiness, and dignity. My approach is calm, structured, and emotionally safe—focused on reducing reactivity, improving communication, and creating workable agreements without causing more harm. Whether you’re navigating divorce, post‑divorce communication, family tension, or business conflict, I offer a grounded process that helps everyone feel heard, respected, and supported. The goal is simple: less conflict, more clarity, and a path forward you can trust. |
Services
Divorce Mediation
A steady, respectful process for couples who want to separate without escalating conflict.
For former partners who need help communicating clearly and peacefully.
Clear, structured support for small businesses, partnerships, and teams experiencing tension.
A calm, neutral space for families navigating emotionally charged conversations.
For people who want to communicate more effectively, set boundaries, or navigate a difficult relationship with clarity and confidence.
A steady, respectful process for couples who want to separate without escalating conflict.
- guided communication
- practical decision‑making
- parenting plans that protect children
- reduced legal and emotional strain
For former partners who need help communicating clearly and peacefully.
- co‑parenting communication
- boundary setting
- conflict reduction
- stability for children and households
Clear, structured support for small businesses, partnerships, and teams experiencing tension.
- communication repair
- role clarity
- conflict de‑escalation
- rebuilding trust and forward momentum
A calm, neutral space for families navigating emotionally charged conversations.
- adult‑child or sibling conflict
- blended family dynamics
- shared decision‑making
- emotionally safe communication patterns
For people who want to communicate more effectively, set boundaries, or navigate a difficult relationship with clarity and confidence.
- communication tools
- emotional steadiness
- practical strategies
- grounded decision‑making
Mediation Fee Schedule
Standard Mediation Session — 3 Hours $495 A grounded, facilitated session designed to reduce conflict, clarify communication, and support durable agreements. Ideal for divorce, post‑divorce, family, and business matters.
Low‑Conflict / Returning Clients $450 (3 hours) For clients who have worked with me before or cases where communication is already relatively stable.
High‑Intensity or Multi‑Party Mediation $600 (3 hours) For situations involving:
Additional Options Extended Mediation Time $150 per additional hour Available when sessions need more time to complete agreements or stabilize communication.
Individual Pre‑Mediation Sessions $150 (60 minutes) Optional one‑on‑one sessions to prepare each participant, reduce reactivity, and set the foundation for a productive joint session.
Document Review & Written Agreements$150–$300 Depending on complexity. Includes drafting, revisions, and finalizing written agreements.
Payment & Policies
Low‑Conflict / Returning Clients $450 (3 hours) For clients who have worked with me before or cases where communication is already relatively stable.
High‑Intensity or Multi‑Party Mediation $600 (3 hours) For situations involving:
- Multiple households or blended families
- Business partners or teams
- High emotional intensity or complex decision‑making
Additional Options Extended Mediation Time $150 per additional hour Available when sessions need more time to complete agreements or stabilize communication.
Individual Pre‑Mediation Sessions $150 (60 minutes) Optional one‑on‑one sessions to prepare each participant, reduce reactivity, and set the foundation for a productive joint session.
Document Review & Written Agreements$150–$300 Depending on complexity. Includes drafting, revisions, and finalizing written agreements.
Payment & Policies
- Payment is due prior to each session.
- Sliding scale is available for limited cases; please inquire.
- Cancellations within 24 hours are billed at 50% of the session rate.
- All sessions are confidential and conducted with neutrality, dignity, and emotional safety.