Conflict Mediation Services in Brooklyn, NY

Resolutions Mediation and Collaborative Divorce Services offers a conflict mediation service in Brooklyn, NY, helping families and couples find practical, lasting resolutions since 1995. Located in Park Slope at 120 Garfield Place, the practice brings over 30 years of experience to every case. Call (718) 965-9236 to book your free 15-minute consultation.

Conflict mediation service session with a neutral mediator and two participants.

What Is Conflict Mediation and When Should You Use It?

Conflict mediation is a structured, voluntary process in which a neutral third party helps people work through a dispute and reach a mutually acceptable agreement. Unlike a judge or arbitrator, a mediator does not decide outcomes. Instead, the mediator guides conversation, helps each side understand the other's perspective, and creates space for practical problem-solving. The result is a durable agreement both parties helped build, which tends to hold up far better than one imposed by a court.

This conflict mediation service is typically faster, more affordable, and less adversarial than litigation. It is especially valuable when both parties want to preserve a working relationship after the dispute is resolved.


Conflict mediation may be the right option when:

  •   Communication has broken down and conversations keep cycling back to the same arguments.
  •    You want to stay out of court and avoid the cost of litigation.
  •    Both parties are willing to sit down with a neutral professional.
  •    The dispute involves ongoing relationships, such as co-parenting, shared property, or family finances.
  •    You need a private, confidential process rather than a public courtroom record.

How Does a Brooklyn Conflict Mediator Help?

A Brooklyn conflict mediator creates a structured, neutral environment where both parties can speak, be heard, and work toward agreement. At Resolutions, the mediator does not take sides. The focus is on understanding each party's concerns and unlocking practical problem-solving that conflict often blocks.


Here is how the process typically works:


  1.   Free consultation. A free 15-minute call to discuss your situation and determine whether mediation is a good fit.
  2.    First joint session. Both parties meet with the mediator, in person at the Park Slope office or remotely via Zoom, to outline the issues to be resolved.
  3.    Guided negotiation. The mediator uses structured conversation to help each side clarify their needs, understand the other's priorities, and explore options together.
  4.    Draft agreement. Once the parties reach agreement, the mediator prepares a Memorandum of Understanding or a full Settlement Agreement, depending on your needs.
  5.    Review and finalize. You may have an advisory attorney review the agreement before signing, which is always your right.

Sessions are by appointment only, with in-person and remote options available.

Conflict Mediation vs. Divorce Mediation: What Is the Difference?

Conflict mediation is a broader category that addresses disputes in any ongoing relationship, not only those ending a marriage. Divorce mediation is a specific application focused on the legal, financial, and parenting issues that arise when a marriage dissolves, typically covering parenting time, asset division, child support, and tax considerations. General conflict mediation may address a narrower set of disputes or recurring communication issues between partners who are not divorcing.

Resolutions also offers collaborative divorce for situations where each party wants their own attorney present while still committing to an out-of-court settlement. The free consultation is the best place to determine which process fits your situation.

Brooklyn Neighborhoods and Communities Served

Resolutions serves all of Brooklyn, NY, and Kings County. Families and individuals from Crown Heights, Bed-Stuy, Williamsburg, Park Slope, Brooklyn Heights, and Bay Ridge have all worked with the practice. In-person sessions take place at 120 Garfield Place in Park Slope, and remote sessions via Zoom are available for those across Brooklyn and the broader New York metropolitan area.

The practice's mediators bring experience working with families from a wide range of cultural, financial, and family backgrounds. Whether your conflict involves a co-parenting arrangement, a separation, or a dispute over a shared small business, every conflict mediation service case is approached with care and a commitment to reaching a fair, lasting outcome.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What Types of Conflicts Can Be Resolved Through Mediation in Brooklyn?

    Common examples include divorce and separation, parenting and custody disagreements, disputes over shared property or finances, and communication breakdowns between partners. The practice also assists with prenuptial agreements and post-divorce modifications.

  • Is Conflict Mediation Confidential?

    Yes. What is discussed in mediation sessions generally cannot be used in court. This confidentiality encourages more open communication, which often leads to more durable outcomes than adversarial proceedings produce.

  • How Long Does Conflict Mediation Typically Take?

    Timelines vary by complexity. Some people reach agreement in a few sessions; others take longer. Your mediator will set realistic expectations during the initial consultation.

  • Do I Need a Lawyer for Conflict Mediation?

    A lawyer is not required during sessions. However, you always have the right to consult an independent attorney before signing any agreement, and many clients choose to have one review the final document.

  • How Do I Start the Conflict Mediation Process in Brooklyn?

    Call (718) 965-9236 or visit the contact page to schedule your free 15-minute consultation. All sessions are by appointment only, with in-person and remote options available.

Take the Next Step Toward Resolution

Conflict does not have to end in a courtroom. Resolutions Mediation and Collaborative Divorce Services has helped Brooklyn families, couples, and individuals find practical, fair, and lasting agreements for over 30 years. Sessions are available in person at the Park Slope office and remotely for added flexibility. Call (718) 965-9236 or visit the contact page to book your free 15-minute consultation today.