ABOUT
Mallory Stevens cares deeply about how individuals and groups communicate with one another — and about the tremendous benefits of mediation, conflict resolution skills and alternative dispute resolution methodologies and resources.
Ms. Stevens holds a Master of Science degree in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution from Columbia University and a B.A. in Spanish (summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa) from Hofstra University. She received her mediation certification from the New York Peace Institute and is on the mediator roster of the American Arbitration Association. She’s also taught courses in the Sociology of Conflict and Dispute Resolution at John Jay College of Criminal Justice.
Previously, Ms. Stevens enjoyed a successful financial services career as an international banker (specializing in Latin America) and was also former SVP and head of corporate communications at IDB Bank.
Ms. Stevens mediates in English, Spanish and Portuguese and has capacities in four additional languages.
MEDIATION
Conflict’s a part of life, but it doesn’t have to drain the life out of you.
Whether you’re in conflict with a business, a landlord, family members, are planning to divorce, or are dealing with another type of dispute, mediation is a highly effective alternative to costly, long, drawn-out litigation. It saves time, money and prolonged stress. The beauty of it is that it empowers parties to explore creative options for resolution and settle their dispute on their own terms rather than face the uncertain outcome of a court’s decision. Also, particularly in commercial scenarios, it can help mitigate business and reputational risks, as well as relationships strained by conflict.
Mediation’s a voluntary, confidential and informal process that helps parties in conflict move past their positions and reach a mutually acceptable solution. A mediator is a third-party neutral who doesn’t act as the decision-maker or problem-solver. Mediation sessions are held jointly with both parties, though caucuses (separate conversations) can be held as necessary. Settlements are written up by an attorney and are legally binding.
DIVORCE MEDIATION:
As a divorce mediator, Mallory Stevens demonstrates patience and understanding as she helps you and your spouse/partner settle important differences you may have pertaining to parenting and child support (when children are involved), distribution of marital assets, spousal support and other matters. Once a formal agreement is drawn up and signed, it is submitted to the court for adjudication by a judge.
COMMERCIAL MEDIATION:
Mallory Stevens helps facilitate a confidential conversation between you and one or more parties with whom you or your business are involved in a conflict and have been unable to negotiate a settlement on your own. Ms. Stevens mediates disputes such as those involving: Breach of Contract, Small Businesses, Partnerships, Employee-Employer, Co-workers, Harassment, Tenant-Landlord, Co-ops, Condos, Property Damage, Security Deposits, Noisy Neighbors, Discrimination, Consumer-Vendor.
Everyone wants to feel heard, and, particularly in conflict – when emotions are often inflamed – it’s easy for understanding to be compromised and agreement difficult. Mediation can help remedy that.
Schedule your complementary, 1/2-hour consultation.
Ms. Stevens also mediates in Spanish and Portuguese.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Using various conflict resolution methods, Mallory Stevens can assist individuals, employees and businesses alike with conflict coaching; negotiating skills; effective communication skills; dispute analysis, clarification of issues, needs and interests; perspective-gaining; understanding conflict styles and strategies (benefits/risks of styles in different situations) and problem-solving.
Are you losing sleep because of an aggressive boss or co-worker?
Does avoiding conflict get in the way of getting your needs met?
Do you feel colleagues don’t take your ideas seriously?
Do you have difficulty negotiating for your own raise or promotion?
Conflict’s a part of life, but it doesn’t have to drain the life out of you.
Schedule your complementary, 1/2-hour consultation.
Ms. Stevens also consults in Spanish and Portuguese.
TESTIMONIALS
“Mallory has natural talent for conflict resolution and I recommend her without hesitation.”
“I can attest to [Mallory’s] extreme abilities in the area of conflict resolution. She is a caring and listener, talented at helping parties in conflict understand each other and at facilitating the dialogue between them so that both sides can walk away feeling that they were heard, and able to work together towards a positive outcome. If you are looking for a seasoned mediator, I highly recommend that you reach out to Mallory.”
“[Mallory] is skilled in helping disputants to understand one another’s respective positions and she articulates and clarifies complex situations which lets the parties know they have been heard. Her ability to listen attentively and communicate clearly promotes an environment of trust and safety with clients. Additionally, Mallory’s ability to remain objective and calm throughout the mediation process encourages movement towards a discussion of options for settlement.”
“Rarely have I met anyone who sets the bar higher than Mallory Stevens. Mallory is 100% dedicated to achieving excellence in all her endeavors, and she does it with grace, dignity, determination, and a devotion to fostering mutual understanding, collaboration and the resolution of conflict. ”