Family · Civil · Child-Protection Mediation — GTA

Resolving disputes outside of court.

A calmer, more affordable path forward. Since 1998, Heidi Mottahedin has helped over 1,000 families and businesses reach lasting agreements — respectfully and confidentially, without the cost and conflict of litigation.

1,000+
Cases mediated
Since 1998
Mediating in the GTA
3
GTA offices + Zoom
A mediator and client in a calm, supportive conversation
World Mediation Forum — Top-Rated Service 2026 seal

Confidential & voluntary

You stay in control of the outcome

A better path forward

Mediation vs. Litigation

The same dispute, two very different journeys. Here is how mediation compares to the traditional court process.

Mediation

  • Weeks, not years

    Sessions scheduled around you — most matters resolve in a handful of meetings.

  • A fraction of the cost

    One shared, transparent process instead of two escalating legal bills.

  • Lower stress, preserved relationships

    Private, respectful conversations that protect co-parenting and business ties.

  • You decide the outcome

    Solutions are built by you — not imposed by a judge.

Litigation

  • Months to years

    Court calendars and adjournments stretch matters far beyond expectations.

  • Unpredictable, mounting costs

    Separate lawyers, filings and court fees on both sides.

  • Adversarial & public

    A win/lose posture that often deepens conflict.

  • A judge decides for you

    Control of the outcome is handed to the court.

How I can help

Services built around resolution

Whatever the dispute, the goal is the same — a fair, workable agreement everyone can live with.

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Family & Divorce

Separation, parenting plans, child & spousal support and division of property — resolved fairly, so you can move on without court.

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Child Protection

Child-focused mediation bringing families, caregivers and agencies together around what's best for the children. Provincial roster mediator.

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Commercial & Civil

Business, contract, estate, insurance and workplace disputes settled discreetly — protecting relationships, cash flow and reputations.

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In their words

Trusted by clients, lawyers & the courts

Two decades of resolving even the most difficult matters — including cases others called intractable.

"I honestly wish we met you years ago. He has never followed court orders, but he seems to follow your direction. I truly hope this is a step in the right direction to finally move forward with our lives — and more importantly, for my beautiful daughter."

A family mediation client

Parenting & separation

"You allowed the mediation to unfold in exactly the right manner to facilitate settlement. Everyone was happy with the outcome and I thank you again."

Darryl Singer

Pallett Valo LLP

"Her extraordinary talent for establishing rapport lets her connect with clients of every background and age — situations previously described as 'intractable' or 'hopeless' were resolved."

Monica Missaghi

Mediator

Ready to find a calmer way through?

Book a free, no-obligation call to see whether mediation is right for your situation. In person across the GTA or by secure Zoom.

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