A calmer way through life's hardest conversations.
Family mediation that helps you settle disputes with dignity — outside the courtroom, on your own terms, and at a fraction of the cost.
A better path than fighting it out in court.
Mediation gives families a private, respectful space to reach agreements that actually work — guided by a neutral professional who keeps the conversation moving forward.
You stay in control
No judge deciding for you. You and your family shape the outcome together, so the result fits your real life.
Far less expensive
Resolving matters through mediation typically costs a fraction of a contested court battle — and a fraction of the stress.
Private & confidential
Conversations stay between us. No public record, no airing of personal matters in an open courtroom.
Family matters, handled with care.
Whether you're separating, reworking a parenting plan, or navigating a tough family disagreement, mediation can help you move forward.
Divorce & separation
Work through the terms of your separation calmly, with a fair process that respects both parties.
Parenting plans
Build a clear, workable schedule that puts your children first and reduces future conflict.
Property & assets
Divide property, finances, and belongings through honest conversation rather than litigation.
Co-parenting disputes
Reset communication and resolve disagreements so co-parenting feels steadier for everyone.
Modifications
Life changes. Revisit existing agreements and update them without returning to a courtroom.
Wider family disputes
From elder-care decisions to estate disagreements, find resolution while keeping relationships intact.
Simple, structured, and entirely yours.
You always know what's next. Here's how a typical mediation unfolds from first call to final agreement.
Free consult
We talk through your situation, answer questions, and decide together if mediation is the right fit.
Get set up
We schedule sessions and gather the details, so everyone arrives prepared and on the same page.
Mediate
In a calm, neutral setting, we work through each issue at a pace that's comfortable for both sides.
Agreement
Your decisions are written into a clear agreement you can take to your attorney or the court.
Steady guidance when families need it most.
I'm Keri Haynes, a Listed Rule 31 Family Mediator serving families across Tennessee. My role is simple but important: to stay neutral, keep the conversation respectful, and help you reach agreements you can both stand behind.
I believe most families already have the answers — they just need a calm, structured space to find them. That's what I create. No pressure, no taking sides, just honest progress toward a resolution that lets everyone move forward.
Questions families often ask.
What does a Rule 31 Listed Mediator mean?
Rule 31 refers to the Tennessee Supreme Court rule governing alternative dispute resolution. A Listed Rule 31 Mediator has completed the state's required training and approval to mediate cases that are recognized by Tennessee courts.
Is mediation legally binding?
Mediation itself is a conversation, but the agreement you reach can be written up, signed, and submitted to the court to become a binding order. I'll always recommend you have your own attorney review it before signing.
Do we have to be in the same room?
Not at all. When emotions are high, I can keep parties in separate rooms and move between them — a process called caucusing — so you can speak freely and still make progress.
How long does it take?
Many families resolve matters in one to a few sessions. It depends on the issues involved, but mediation is almost always faster than waiting for a court date.
Ready for a calmer way forward?
Reach out for a free, no-pressure consultation. We'll talk through your situation and figure out the best next step — together.
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