If you are looking for a mediator

We do not offer mediation and cannot refer you to a particular practitioner. The professional bodies and state directories described on the resources page are the sensible starting point, and that page also sets out the questions worth asking anyone you approach: their training, how long they have practised, whether they carry professional insurance, and how their fees work.

If you need legal advice

Speak to an attorney licensed in your state. Many county bar associations run a lawyer referral service offering a low-cost initial consultation, and most states have a legal aid organisation for people who cannot meet private fees. Your state court’s self-help center can tell you what exists locally. See court resources by state.

If you need help with court forms

Your state court’s self-help center publishes the official forms free of charge, along with filing instructions and current fees. Some courts have a self-help facilitator who can help you complete them, though they cannot advise you on what to put.

If the situation is urgent

If you or your children are in immediate danger, contact your local emergency services. If you are experiencing domestic abuse, a domestic violence advocate can help you think through your options confidentially, including whether mediation is appropriate at all. Do not rely on a website in an emergency.

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