By emphasizing early involvement with the case and litigants, the bulk of Melissa Seifer's dispute resolution practice focuses upon mediation. Of course resolving conflicts cannot be limited to any one stage of the process, and Melissa has vast experience, borne of extensive litigation practice, dealing with discovery disputes, arbitrations and complex case management.

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Melissa is both flexible and creative in her approach, from her willingness to mediate at locations preferred by the parties (including remotely) to crafting a schedule that serves their needs. Her fees are surprisingly affordable given her level of legal experience, due to her philosophy that effective dispute resolution should minimize rather than add to the financial strain of litigation. She enters every case with an open mind and a desire to really listen to what each party has to say.

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A key feature of her work with parties at any stage of the proceedings is not losing sight of the end result, which is to have an end result! Melissa, in her many years of practicing law, recalls all too well when the mediation process in some cases seemed to drag on interminably, adding to the delay and excessive cost that caused the parties to seek mediation in the first place. Ever mindful of those experiences, as soon as she takes on a matter for resolution, Melissa guides the parties with formulation of a strategy  that culminates in an efficient, cost-effective and mutually successful conclusion. 

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• Confidential and Safe

• Experienced

• Affordable

• Respectful

• Flexible

• Effective!