Alternative Dispute Resolution

Finding
Common Ground
Together

Professional mediation services that transform conflicts into resolutions. Faster, more affordable, and more satisfying than litigation.

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Victoria Sanderson, Esq.

Founder & Lead Mediator

30+ years dispute resolution experienceFormer Superior Court JudgeAAA Panel Arbitrator
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92%
Settlement Rate
30+
Years Experience
2,500+
Cases Resolved
48hrs
Avg. Resolution

A Balanced Approach

"Every dispute, at its core, involves people seeking to be heard and understood. True resolution comes not from winning or losing, but from finding solutions that honor everyone's legitimate interests."

With three decades of experience as a litigator and judge, Victoria Sanderson founded Bridge Mediation to offer a better path forward for people in conflict. Our approach emphasizes understanding, communication, and creative problem-solving.

Credentials & Recognition

  • 30+ years dispute resolution experience
  • Former Superior Court Judge
  • AAA Panel Arbitrator
  • Harvard PON Certified Mediator
  • Author, 'Finding Common Ground'

Mediation Services

Experienced in a wide range of disputes, we adapt our approach to fit your specific situation.

Civil & Commercial Mediation

Business disputes, contract conflicts, partnership dissolutions, and commercial disagreements.

Workplace & Employment

Harassment claims, wrongful termination, discrimination, and employer-employee conflicts.

Construction & Real Estate

Construction defects, contractor disputes, property boundaries, and development conflicts.

Family & Divorce Mediation

Custody arrangements, asset division, and family business succession in a supportive environment.

The Mediation Process

A structured yet flexible approach designed to maximize your chances of resolution.

Phase 01

Initial Assessment

We review the dispute, identify key issues, and determine if mediation is the right approach for your situation.

Phase 02

Pre-Mediation Preparation

Each party submits position statements. We facilitate preliminary discussions to establish ground rules.

Phase 03

Joint Session

Parties meet together to present perspectives. The mediator facilitates productive dialogue and understanding.

Phase 04

Private Caucuses

Confidential sessions with each party to explore interests, options, and potential solutions.

Phase 05

Negotiation & Resolution

Guided negotiation toward mutually acceptable solutions. When agreement is reached, we document the terms.

"Victoria helped us find a solution neither side had considered. Her ability to see past positions to underlying interests transformed our negotiation."

Corporate General Counsel
Contract Dispute

"After two years of litigation going nowhere, mediation resolved everything in one day. I wish we had started here."

Small Business Owner
Partnership Dissolution

Schedule Your Consultation

Begin with a free 30-minute consultation to discuss your dispute and determine if mediation is right for your situation.

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Available Times

All inquiries are confidential. We will respond within 24 hours.