Maria has over 25 years’ experience as a mediator and investigator. She is known for her empathetic and insightful approach to people’s struggles and her sense of humour.

Maria has mediated over 500 mediations in a huge range of industries. She was one of a small group of mediators in Christchurch resolving earthquake insurance claims.

She has completed investigation into workplace situations across a huge range of industries, in private and public sector and is known for her thorough and balanced approach.

Maria’s mediation experience includes large corporations and small businesses, as well as government departments, education providers, local bodies, sports clubs, and the not for profit sector.

Some mediations are over quickly while others involve a more substantial process. For example, Maria was one of a small group of Canterbury mediators involved in the residential advisory service with insurance companies, and the EQC mediation service. Whether a big or small problem, Maria’s aim is an efficient resolution to your conflict.

Mediation can be a quick and a very cost effective way to bring an end to a dispute. It can bring relief for people who have been involved in a dispute for some time, re-establishing communication and restoring healthy relationships.

In employment situations, there can be considerable financial cost through absenteeism, disharmony, employees making mistakes, and eventually people leaving and taking legal action. Mediation can help you mitigate or avoid these situations altogether.

When contacted by a party involved in a dispute, Maria initially meets all the people involved individually to ensure they understand the mediation process, and to find out their respective needs and concerns.

The aim is to ensure Mediation occurs in a safe and controlled environment, where people can talk honestly and safely about their issues.