Waugh Law & Mediation

01/15/2026

Sneak peek! Here are two slides from the upcoming Lunch & Learn webinar sponsored by the West Virginia State Bar on February 20th.
The ADR Committee will be sharing lessons learned from creating the new mediation section for the Young Lawyers handbook—now live on the Bar's website. Join us for practical insights on mediation practice in West Virginia.
Free for WV Bar members. Registration opens soon—watch for details!

01/15/2026

01/12/2026

Anyone with questions about the law and dispute resolution is welcome to schedule (through my online scheduler) a free consultation with me where I can answer many questions and discuss some options available to resolve disputes in Virginia and West Virginia.

01/08/2026

How mediation is practiced matters—especially in divorce.

When parties are dividing assets and debts, facilitative mediation supports dialogue, understanding, and self-directed decision-making. Many clients report greater satisfaction because they feel heard and maintain ownership of the outcome.

Evaluative approaches can be helpful in some situations, but a facilitative model may offer a more empowering option for those navigating emotionally complex equitable distribution issues.

These ideas will be explored in my upcoming workshop on mediating equitable distribution through a transformative, facilitative lens. Whether you’re an attorney or a client, understanding your options can make all the difference.

Learn more. Ask questions. Choose intentionally.

01/06/2026

Mediators who are interested in learning more about the facilitative and transformative approaches to mediation and those who are curious about adding equitable distribution cases to their practices should plan to attend this online workshop on January 8 7:00-9:00 p.m. Register at www.brendawaugh.com/events

01/05/2026

Just one more day to register for my workshop on the equitable distribution of marital property. Here's a slide share from the interactive online workshop--describing some of the essential mediation skills that mediators, regardless of the subject of the mediation, must master! To learn more visit www.brendawaugh.com/events

01/03/2026

This infographic highlights the basic steps in approaching mediation. The key is that we don’t start with the positions parties may argue over—instead, we identify each party’s underlying interests and work toward solutions that meet those interests.

On January 8, from 7:00–9:00 p.m., we’ll be applying this process to one of the most challenging parts of divorce: dividing marital assets and debts.

We still have a few seats available! Learn more and register at brendawaugh.com/events.

01/01/2026

Divorce is hard — the process doesn’t have to be.

Instead of going straight to court, consider mediation:

Save money

Reduce conflict

Protect your kids

Resolve things faster

Mediation puts you in control — not a judge. It’s a calmer, smarter way to handle divorce while keeping your future intact.

Schedule your free consultation today and explore how mediation can work for you.

12/31/2025

For those of you in interested in ...TODAY is the deadline to apply to participate with an international restorative justice trainer, Kay Pranis. The West Virginia Restorative Justice Project is fortunate to host Kay in March for a multi-day training with the project covering one-half of the cost to participate. Learn more here:

Join the West Virginia Restorative Justice Project as we host Kay Pranis for a weekend-long event from March 20-22, 2026, at the Cedar Lakes Conference Center in Ripley, West Virginia. Participants will be selected from a pool of applicants. The cost for each attendee is $500.00, and the WVRJP w

12/31/2025

This photo by Howard Zehr beautifully illustrates a concept from my book, Becoming a Restorative Lawyer: How to Transform Your Legal Practice for Self, Client, and Community Growth.

Being a restorative lawyer isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence. It’s about listening, connecting, and showing up fully for the people and communities we serve.

12/30/2025

Buy One, Get One FREE – Online Mediation Workshops ✨

I’m offering two online mediation workshops, and for a limited time, you can attend both for the price of one.

📅 January 8
Mediating Division of Marital Property

📅 February 12
Mediating Spousal & Child Support

Register for the January 8 workshop and get the February 12 workshop FREE
Save $75 (each workshop is normally $75)
CLE pending
These workshops are practical, skill-based, and designed for mediators and legal professionals working in family law.

✨ Buy One, Get One FREE – Online Mediation Workshops ✨

I’m offering two online mediation workshops, and for a limited time, you can attend both for the price of one.

📅 January 8
Mediating Division of Marital Property

📅 February 12
Mediating Spousal & Child Support

👉 Register for the January 8 workshop and get the February 12 workshop FREE
💰 Save $75 (each workshop is normally $75)
📚 CLE pending for both programs

These workshops are practical, skill-based, and designed for mediators and legal professionals working in family law.

🔗 Register here:
https://www.brendawaugh.com/store/p/skills-and-techniques-for-mediating-property-division-in-west-virginia

Spots are limited—join me and strengthen your mediation skills while saving money!
Spots are limited—join me and strengthen your mediation skills while saving money!