Solving Disputes & Keeping the Peace Through Mediation

New Jersey Mediation &

Alternative Dispute Resolution Lawyer

Howard S. Mendelson is a New Jersey attorney who helps individuals, families, businesses and organizations avoid adversarial disputes and reach resolutions in a peaceful, cost-effective manner.


Mediation is an effective method for resolving divorce and family law issues to preserve relationships and protect the emotional well-being of children. Mediation can also help reduce the costs typically associated with traditional divorce or child custody issues.


In New Jersey, homeowners association (HOA) disputes are governed by both state law and specific provisions in the association's governing documents. Mediation is often encouraged as a way to resolve conflicts without resorting to litigation.


For families with children with special needs and behavioral issues or with children being bullied in the classroom or online, mediation provides an opportunity to work with school districts through issues while focusing on the best interests of the child.


Mediation is beneficial for resolving a variety of business disputes through a collaborative and less adversarial approach that can save time and money when compared to traditional litigation.


About Howard S. Mendelson

Howard S. Mendelson has served as an attorney in New Jersey for nearly 40 years and has represented families, school districts and administrators, business owners, and homeowners associations (HOAs) on a range of issues and disputes. As a mediator, he is known for his compassionate, no-nonsense approach to helping parties resolve disputes peacefully, quickly and in an cost-effective manner.

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By Howard Mendelson April 18, 2025
There are a multitude of issues and disputes that arise within housing and condo communities. We've seen them all. Mediation is key to successfully resolving disputes between residents and HOAs and between residents battling their neighbors.
By Howard Mendelson April 18, 2025
Older couples who want to keep things simple and cordial can use mediation to process an uncontested divorce. Mediation can help protect adult children and grandchildren and maintain relationships as well as reduce the financial cost of divorce.
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By Howard Mendelson April 9, 2025
Harassment and bullying are serious issues in New Jersey schools. Mediation can help parents, students, and educators resolve issues so that students can stay in class and receive the educational support the deserve in a safe learning environment.
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