Ohana Means Family: Mediator Matthew House
Ohana Means Family. Family Means Nobody Gets Left Behind or Forgotten.
Maybe you have seen the movie "Lilo and Stitch." If so, you know 'ohana -- the Hawaiian culture's broad concept of family, including relatives, friends, and others who support you.
The frequent refrain in "Lilo and Stitch" is: "'Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten."
I have adopted that theme in my mediation practice. Yes, I have a law degree, 21 years of experience as a mediator and teen advocate, training as a divorce finance expert, and background as a K-12 teacher, but I equally value my connections to my client families as people.
I provide an outcome that is both thorough and thoughtful. It addresses the legal, financial, personal, and familial aspects of a divorce -- both official and 'ohana. I know from experience that a legal document can have all of the necessary features and still preserve its core purpose: to make life better and clearer for two divorcing adults and, if applicable, their children.
People hire me during what is, for most, the most challenging experience of their lives. I know that people need a professional who is both competent and compassionate. I encourage you to be cordial to each other in mediation, to be collaborative co-parents if you have minor children, and to see me as a part of your team, -- your 'ohana.
I will ensure that no member of the family and no significant detail -- whether crucial to the case or important to you -- will be neglected.
In the meantime, please feel free to review the summary of the process and peruse the answers to some Frequently Asked Questions.
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or a 30-minute free "meet-and-greet" as soon as you're ready to begin mediation.