A Full-Time Professional Mediator With A Unique Family Mediation Practice

Are you struggling to resolve divorce and other family law conflicts? Perhaps you are looking for a way to manage these issues that do not involve the stress, time and cost of courtroom litigation. I provide mediation services to people in the North Shore area, Chicagoland, Lake County and across Illinois. I have mediated more than 2,500 disputes over the last 35 years. Additionally, I have trained many other people in the art of mediation.

My background and experience in mediation is extensive. I have attended advanced mediation trainings, an internship and hundreds of hours of workshops. I have augmented my skills by completing coursework at the Chicago Center for Family Health on couples counseling and family systems, and regularly attending multidisciplinary conferences involving families, child development and mental health. I am well-versed in the literature and research on divorce and conflict resolution. I have also been selected for inclusion to the Illinois Super Lawyers list from 2013 to 2023.

You can learn more about me by following this link: Jerry Kessler

You can also read more about my other qualifications and activities here.

My Focus Is On Resolving Family Disputes

While family and divorce mediations are the primary focus of my practice, based on my experience and training, I am often sought to mediate other types of disputes, including family business disputes, probate disputes and adult guardianship disputes. I have a very good reputation in the local legal community. In fact, many attorneys know my work and refer mediation cases to me because they know that I will take good care of their clients.

When You Hire Me, You Get A Caring, Dedicated Family Mediator

My practice is solely mediation. I do not have other cases that take my time and attention. I also understand the need to provide affordable mediation services. Instead of charging a retainer, I offer a reasonably priced “pay as you go” fee structure.

I am happy to talk with prospective clients in a free consultation on Zoom or in person. Simply call 847-367-4500 or complete a short intake form.