Navigating disputes can be a challenging and stressful experience, but with a trusted Maryland Court Certified Mediator by your side, resolutions become achievable and empowering. At Maryland Mediation Services, we specialize in providing expert mediation for family court matters, business conflicts, contract and partnership dissolutions, and workplace issues across the entire state of Maryland.
Helping you navigate and resolve conflicts with impartiality and care.
Accredited in Maryland mediation, ensuring a trusted and professional approach to every case.
Tailored solutions for families, businesses, and individuals to achieve peaceful outcomes.
Susan Saunders, LMSW, is a Licensed Master Social Worker and accredited mediator in Maryland and Florida with over two decades of professional experience. Specializing in family, business, and high-conflict mediation, Susan focuses on resolving disputes collaboratively and constructively while prioritizing the well-being of all parties involved, particularly children. Her expertise spans family mediation for divorce, child custody, and parenting plans, as well as workplace and business conflict resolution. As a Certified Trauma Specialist and Parenting Coordinator, Susan brings a compassionate and trauma-informed approach to mediation, offering a safe and supportive environment for resolution.
With a background that includes managing inpatient and outpatient addiction treatment programs and founding the Maryland Center for Mediation, Counseling, and Coaching, LLC, Susan is deeply committed to fostering understanding and cooperative problem-solving. Her dual certification as a mediator in Maryland and Florida allows her to assist families across state lines, reducing stress and costs while creating sustainable, child-centered agreements. Through her work, Susan empowers families and organizations to navigate disputes with professionalism, care, and long-term success in mind.
LMSW, Maryland and Florida Accredited Mediator, and Parenting Coordinator
Our practice areas include family disputes, business negotiations, and workplace conflicts, all handled with professionalism and care.
A Path to Fair and Amicable Resolutions Family disputes can be deeply emotional and challenging to
Workplace or Employment Conflict Mediation Foster a healthy and productive workplace by addressing conflicts with professional
Resolving Business Disputes with Professional Mediation Business conflicts can disrupt operations, strain relationships, and incur significant
Parenting Coordination Helping Families Navigate Co-Parenting Challenges Parenting after separation or divorce can be challenging, especially
Divorce Mediation Services in Maryland Divorce is often one of the most difficult and emotionally charged
Uncontested Divorce Mediation Divorce is often an emotionally charged process, and when one spouse refuses to
Susan Saunders, LMSW-Mediator and Don Saunders, Certified Mediator, bring a wealth of experience, professionalism, and a results-driven approach to every case they handle. But don’t just take our word for it—hear what our clients have to say!
Working with Susan Saunders was a game-changer for resolving our business conflict. She skillfully navigated a tense situation between me and my business partner, helping us dissolve our partnership amicably without costly litigation. Her professionalism, coupled with her ability to listen and guide discussions constructively, made all the difference. If you’re facing any kind of business dispute, Maryland Mediation Services should be your first call.
Susan Saunders is an exceptional mediator who truly understands the complexities of family dynamics. Her compassionate approach made a difficult process much easier for our family. She helped us reach a fair and respectful agreement that we couldn’t have achieved without her guidance. Her expertise as a Parenting Coordinator was invaluable in keeping the focus on our children’s well-being. I highly recommend Maryland Mediation Services to anyone seeking a thoughtful and professional mediator.
Susan Saunders brought clarity and resolution to our workplace conflict in a way that exceeded all our expectations. Her ability to remain neutral, yet empathetic, allowed both sides to feel heard and respected. She turned what felt like an impossible situation into a productive and positive outcome. Maryland Mediation Services is fortunate to have someone with her experience and credentials. I highly recommend their services for any workplace mediation needs.
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Susan Saunders, LMSW, a Maryland and Florida Accredited Mediator, has achieved certification in military pension division through advanced Strafford training. This specialized qualification underscores Susan’s dedication to providing exceptional mediation services and uniquely positions her to assist military families in navigating complex financial and legal matters