Wauters Mediation is a distinguished legal mediation practice led by retired Superior Court Judge Stephanie M. Wauters, offering specialized dispute resolution services with over 30 years of judicial and legal experience. The firm stands out for its high settlement success, handling complex cases across civil, family, probate, and education law with a focus on privacy, efficiency, and preserving relationships.
Leveraging Judge Wauters’ extensive background as a Superior Court Judge and Administrative Law Judge, the practice adopts a respectful, individualized approach to mediation and arbitration. It serves a diverse clientele including individuals, businesses, municipalities, and educational institutions, prioritizing cost-effective and timely resolutions outside of traditional court litigation. The firm is also recognized for its precedent-setting legal contributions and deep expertise in environmental and family law matters.
Services Offered
- Mediation Services
- Arbitration Services
- Civil Law Mediation (Commercial, Municipal, and Residential/Individual litigation and transactions)
- Environmental Law and Toxic Tort Cases
- Probate Law (disputes involving estates, wills, and inheritance)
- Family Law (issues regarding parents and children – married or unmarried, opposite or same sex, LGBTQ parties)
- Education Law (Special Education and general education, including student discipline, residency, educators’ issues, and non-tenured employee issues)
- Administrative Law Appeals
Serving Ocean County, Monmouth County, and other New Jersey counties, the practice offers services in a comfortable, private setting and is available to travel to attorney offices when necessary. Judge Wauters is also fluent in handling high-profile and novel cases, with published decisions that have influenced state evidence rules.
