Services
Districtwide Mediation offers a wide array of mediation services in districts across the state of Iowa with a focus on family law. Other areas of service include juvenile guardianship, general probate, civil litigation, buyer-seller real estate, small claims, and binding arbitration.
Not sure if your situation is a fit? Simply reach out and provide us with some basic information as described below and we can discuss. Most any request can be accommodated.
Our Approach
Responsive.
When you contact us, you’ll get a prompt reply - usually within a matter of hours - and you’ll be treated with courtesy and respect. Recognizing that every case had a deadline, Districtwide Mediation will do everything possible to see that it’s met.
Resourceful.
We work hard to reach out and ensure your access to service. Using multiple communications channels, we are steadfast in pursuit of getting you to the negotiating table. We endeavor to match you to a mediator with the right background, in the right location - or the right virtual format - at the right price.
Reliable.
Your clients need relief. Getting parties to the mediation table brings them that much closer to resolution. For over 30 years, lawyers have been turning to Director Joe Harrison for this very reason. At Districtwide Mediation, we make it happen.
How do I schedule?
You and your staff can spend hours trying to schedule mediation, oftentimes without success. Take the hassle out of scheduling. Give us an old-fashioned phone call, send us an email, or complete our simple form on the contact page. All we ask is that you include this basic information:
Your name / lawyer name
Party names and contact information
Opposing counsel name and contact information, if applicable
Dates you are available for in-person or virtual mediation
Mediators you prefer
Mediation Scheduled.
What’s next?
We will send you the following information. Then you’re all set! Your mediator will await your arrival.
An e-mail confirming the date, time, mode (virtual or in-person), location, and mediator
The Agreement to Mediate (the contract for mediation)
The Certificate of Compliance, if applicable
The Participant Evaluation form
How much does it cost?
We offer an affordable program broken into two costs:
Hourly fee for the mediator, typically ranging from $75-250
Flat administrative fee of $80
These amounts are split between the parties. Parties whose income falls below the poverty lines qualify for pro bono services.
