Court-Connected Mediation
An impartial mediator for disputes that don't need a courtroom.
All investigative services are currently provided under Frazier Forensics license. Six Echoes LLC is not the agency of record but is available for subcontract work. Frazier Forensics agency license: 29409.
Important: A mediator must remain impartial and neutral. Six Echoes cannot serve as mediator for any party who is currently a client for other Six Echoes services. Past mediation clients may later engage Six Echoes for investigative or advocacy work, but Six Echoes will not mediate for an existing client.
Where mediation helps.
Any civil dispute where a neutral, structured conversation could resolve more than a courtroom fight.
- Parenting plan & custody disputes
- Family & divorce-related disputes
- Property & neighbor disputes
- Small-claims & money disputes
- Court-referred civil disputes
- Workplace or organizational disputes
- Re-entry or reconnection conversations
- Other civil disputes appropriate for mediation
What clients receive.
- 01A structured, confidential mediation process.
- 02A memorandum of understanding or mediated agreement (when reached).
- 03Neutral, impartial conduct maintained and documented.
- 04Clear handling of confidentiality and its limits.
- 05Referral to attorneys, courts, or other professionals when appropriate.
How a mediation works.
Consultation & Conflict Check
We discuss the dispute and the parties, and confirm there is no existing client relationship that would create a conflict. Mediation only proceeds if the mediator can be truly neutral.
Scheduling & Preparation
We set the session(s), share ground rules, and confirm confidentiality, structure, and what each party wants to address.
Joint Session
Both parties work through the issues together with a neutral mediator facilitating the conversation.
Caucuses
Private meetings with each party are used when they help the conversation move forward without anyone feeling cornered.
Agreement
If the parties reach terms, a memorandum of understanding is drafted for each party to review — ideally with their own attorney.
Closeout or Referral
Matters that do not resolve are referred onward. Nothing is forced, and neutrality is preserved.
Frequently asked.
What is court-connected mediation?
A neutral mediator helps parties in a dispute reach their own agreement instead of asking a judge to decide. It is structured and confidential. The mediator does not impose a decision, favor either party, or provide legal advice.
Can you mediate my case if I'm already your client for something else?
No. To stay impartial, Six Echoes cannot serve as mediator for any party who is currently a client for other Six Echoes services. If we already work with you in another capacity, we will refer you to a different mediator.
I worked with you as a mediator before — can I hire you for investigation or advocacy now?
Yes. Past mediation clients may later engage Six Echoes for investigative or advocacy services. The rule runs one way: Six Echoes will not mediate for an existing client, but it can offer other services to a former mediation client when no active conflict exists.
Do mediators have to be neutral?
Yes. A mediator must remain impartial and neutral throughout the process. That is the core of the role, and it is why the conflict rule above exists.
Is mediation the same as legal representation?
No. A mediator is not an attorney for either party and does not provide legal advice. Parties are encouraged to consult their own attorneys before signing anything.
Where were you trained?
Thurston County Dispute Resolution Center (DCR).
Serving the Puget Sound & Beyond
Pierce County · King County · Thurston County · Washington State (statewide by request)
Considering mediation?
Tell us about the dispute and the parties. We'll confirm there's no conflict and discuss whether mediation is the right fit.
Scope & Disclaimer
Six Echoes LLC is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal representation. Six Echoes LLC is not a medical, mental-health, or clinical provider and does not provide clinical, diagnostic, or therapeutic services. Investigative and advocacy services are professional support and information, not a substitute for an attorney, licensed counselor, or medical provider. Nothing on this site is legal or clinical advice. For matters requiring legal or clinical care, consult a licensed professional.