Now Accepting Mediation Cases — Los Angeles County
Forty-five years of courtroom experience, now channeled into the art of resolution. Diane brings the full weight of her legal career to every mediation—cutting through posturing to find the path forward.
Diane’s mediation practice is built on a singular advantage: she has stood on both sides of the employment law divide. This dual perspective allows her to speak each party’s language, anticipate their concerns, and guide them toward resolution with authority and empathy.
She knows how cases play out in court, giving her the authority to explain the risks of litigation to both sides.
Confidential, structured negotiation
Court-appointed dispute resolution
Pre-litigation risk assessment
FMLA, ADA & wage compliance
Every mediation follows a deliberate, proven methodology—not a one-size-fits-all script.
Confidential intake to understand the dispute, assess suitability for mediation, and establish expectations for all parties.
Both parties present their positions in a structured environment. Diane facilitates dialogue, ensuring each side feels heard and respected.
Separate, confidential sessions with each party. This is where Diane’s courtroom intuition shines—identifying the true interests beneath stated positions.
Guiding parties toward mutual agreement. When resolution is reached, terms are documented and formalized—closure for all involved.
Overtime disputes, misclassification claims, and complex wage litigation involving large employee classes.
Allegations of unlawful discharge, retaliation, and constructive termination across industries.
Claims based on race, gender, age, disability, and other protected characteristics under state and federal law.
Leave of absence disputes, disability accommodation failures, and the complex interplay between federal and state requirements.
Sexual harassment, bullying, and hostile work environment claims requiring sensitive, confidential resolution.
Severance negotiations, non-compete agreements, equity disputes, and high-stakes executive separation matters.
The goal of mediation is not to split the difference—it is to find a resolution that both parties can live with, move forward from, and feel was reached with dignity.
Schedule a confidential consultation to discuss your dispute and explore resolution options.