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Resolve Family Disputes
With Compassion
Not Conflict

Certified mediation for divorce, couples, co-parenting, and child custody — private, affordable, and court-approved. Led by Susan Buckingham, Maryland's trusted family mediator.

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Certified Mediator & Parenting Coordinator
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Serving All of Maryland
Our Services

Mediation for Every Stage
of Your Family Journey

Whether you're navigating a divorce, working out a co-parenting schedule, or resolving a custody dispute — Susan Buckingham provides a neutral, structured environment to reach agreements that protect your whole family.

Divorce Mediation

Reach fair agreements on property, finances, and more — faster and for a fraction of litigation costs.

Couples Mediation

A neutral space to resolve conflict, improve communication, and decide the best path forward together.

Co-Parenting Mediation

Build a sustainable parenting plan that minimizes conflict and keeps your children's wellbeing first.

Child Custody Mediation

Legally-recognized custody agreements reached privately — without years in court or massive legal fees.

Why Mediation

A Better Way to
Resolve Family Disputes

01
Significantly Less Expensive Mediation typically costs 60–80% less than contested divorce litigation in Maryland courts.
02
Much Faster Resolution Most cases resolve in 2–4 sessions. Court cases can drag on for 12–24 months in Maryland.
03
Completely Confidential Everything stays private — unlike court proceedings which are part of the public record.
04
You Stay in Control You make the decisions — not a judge. Agreements are tailored to your family's unique needs.
05
Better for Your Children Children fare better when parents resolve disputes cooperatively. Mediation keeps conflict low.
500+ Families Helped
94% Agreement Rate
60% Avg. Cost Savings
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Susan Buckingham
Certified Mediator & Parenting Coordinator

Susan Buckingham brings exceptional expertise and compassion to every case. As a certified mediator and Parenting Coordinator, she understands the complexities of family dynamics and guides families toward fair, respectful agreements.

"Susan Buckingham 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."

— Verified Client, Maryland
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