Business Details
Towson Family Law & Divorce Mediation Services
Founded on the principles of respect and dignity, our firm specializes in family law services designed to minimize conflict and preserve relationships. With over two decades of experience, we guide clients through mediation, collaborative law, and negotiated settlements, prioritizing amicable resolutions that protect financial and emotional well-being. Our approach emphasizes client control over outcomes, reducing legal costs, and fostering post-divorce cooperation, particularly for families with children. We serve clients across Baltimore County and surrounding regions, combining legal expertise with compassionate support to navigate complex family law matters. 
Services
Mediation Services
Collaborative Divorce
Negotiated Settlements
Children's Counsel
Family Law Representation
Custody Disputes
Divorce Coaching
Financial Analysis
Legal Consultation
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Highlights and features
- We offer 22 years of specialized family law experience with a focus on non-adversarial solutions
- Our practice emphasizes cost-effective alternatives to traditional litigation
- We prioritize child-centered outcomes in custody and visitation matters
- Our team maintains strict neutrality in mediation processes
- We provide comprehensive guidance through collaborative law frameworks
Services
Mediation Services
Our mediation services help separating couples negotiate comprehensive settlements while maintaining control over the process. This non-adversarial approach reduces conflict, preserves dignity, and significantly lowers legal costs compared to traditional litigation. We facilitate respectful communication to create customized solutions that meet both parties' needs while protecting children from harmful disputes.
Collaborative Divorce
Collaborative divorce employs a multidisciplinary team approach to resolve family law matters outside court. Specially trained attorneys work with mental health professionals and financial experts to create holistic solutions. This process maintains privacy, reduces emotional stress, and establishes cooperative frameworks for post-divorce family relationships through structured, solution-focused negotiations.
Children's Counsel
We provide dedicated legal representation for children in contested custody cases, ensuring their best interests guide court decisions. Our child advocacy services include assessing family dynamics, presenting children's perspectives to the court, and working with mental health professionals to protect minors' emotional well-being throughout the legal process.
Lawyer Negotiated Settlements
Our attorney-led negotiations focus on achieving equitable resolutions through interest-based discussions rather than adversarial tactics. We help clients identify key issues, understand legal implications, and develop customized settlement agreements that address both parties' needs while maintaining future relationship viability, particularly for co-parenting situations.
Family Law Representation
We offer comprehensive family law services covering divorce, custody, and related matters with a commitment to non-confrontational solutions. Our representation includes guiding clients through various dispute resolution methods, providing legal analysis, and advocating for outcomes that balance legal requirements with family needs while minimizing emotional and financial costs.
People
Cynthia Batchelder
Family Law Attorney and Mediator
With over 22 years of family law experience, Cynthia Batchelder specializes in alternative dispute resolution methods including mediation and collaborative law. She focuses on helping Towson-area families resolve divorce and custody matters through non-adversarial approaches that preserve relationships and reduce emotional stress.
Questions
What alternative divorce options do you offer besides litigation?
We specialize in mediation, collaborative law, and lawyer-negotiated settlements to resolve family law matters without court intervention.
How does mediation differ from collaborative divorce?
Mediation involves a neutral facilitator guiding discussions, while collaborative divorce uses specially trained attorneys working as a team with other professionals.
Do you represent children in custody cases?
Yes, we provide children's counsel services to advocate for minors' best interests in contested custody proceedings.
What are the benefits of choosing alternative dispute resolution?
Benefits include reduced conflict, lower costs, greater control over outcomes, and better post-divorce relationships, especially when children are involved.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Towson, Baltimore City, and surrounding counties including Baltimore, Harford, Howard, and Anne Arundel.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Contact us at 410-357-1422 or through our website contact form to discuss your family law needs and schedule an initial consultation.
