The Mediation Center is a professional mediation practice specializing in divorce, separation mediation, and family conflict resolution, offering both in-person and virtual sessions for client convenience. Accredited by the New York State Council on Divorce Mediation, the center stands out for its team-based approach, on-site supporting professionals, and commitment to creating flexible, durable agreements that foster future cooperation.
The center empowers individuals, couples, and families to resolve disputes amicably and cost-effectively through a voluntary, confidential process. With expertise in issues facing same-sex couples and LGBTQ families, it focuses on reducing stress, promoting ownership of decisions, and improving long-term relationships. The practice is ideal for those seeking alternatives to litigation, especially in cases involving parenting schedules, financial matters, or domestic partnership agreements.
Services Offered
- Divorce and Separation Mediation
- Family Mediation
- Marriage or Relationship Counseling
- Domestic Partnership Agreement Creation
- Collaborative Facilitation
- LGBTQ Family Mediation
- Parenting Issue and Schedule Agreements
- Financial Issue Resolution (child support, division of property, spousal maintenance, tax implications)
- Virtual Mediation Sessions
- In-Person Mediation Sessions
Located in Rochester, NY, the center is conveniently accessible off the 590 expressway and maintains a network of referral resources for financial, counseling, and legal assistance. Renée O. LaPoint, M.S., was honored as the 2025 recipient of the Chuck Newman Council Champion Award, reflecting the center’s dedication to excellence in mediation services.
