Family mediation and dispute resolution

We help families resolve conflicts with discretion and empathy through structured mediation and alternative dispute resolution, aiming to protect relationships and avoid the strain of court proceedings.

Practice Overview

Family conflicts can be deeply personal and emotionally complex. At Kayrouz & Associates, we provide tailored mediation and dispute resolution services to help families navigate disagreements without escalating to litigation. Our approach is rooted in confidentiality, fairness, and a deep understanding of family dynamics.

We assist with a wide range of disputes, including custody arrangements, separation terms, financial matters, and elder care decisions. Our mediators are skilled in creating an environment where both parties feel heard and empowered to reach mutually acceptable outcomes. When necessary, we collaborate with psychologists, financial advisers, and religious scholars to support culturally and emotionally sensitive resolutions.

Family mediation is especially effective for preserving parental cooperation, protecting children's wellbeing, and promoting sustainable post-separation agreements. When disputes cannot be resolved through mediation alone, we provide litigation support with a focus on protecting our clients' interests in a respectful and strategic manner.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Mediation for divorce, separation, and child custody
  • Dispute resolution for family-owned business and inheritance matters
  • Drafting of mediation agreements and parenting plans
  • Facilitation of culturally sensitive and multilingual mediation sessions
  • Collaborative dispute resolution involving family experts
  • Strategic transition to litigation where necessary
  • Meet Our Team

    Our team is equipped to handle complex legal matters with precision and care. Learn more about our lawyers below.
    Pierre Kayrouz

    Pierre Kayrouz

    Chief Legal Officer
    Maria Valeyeva

    Maria Valeyeva

    Chief Compliance Officer
    Georges Touma

    Georges Touma

    Head Litigator
    Hanan Ahmed Al Balushi

    Hanan Ahmed

    Practicing Lawyer
    Lathamani Chandrashekar

    Lathamani Chandrashekar

    Senior Corporate Counsel
    Arka Navle

    Arka Navle

    Corporate Counsel
    Nashita Nazneen

    Nashita Nazneen

    Junior Corporate Counsel
    Professor Mark Engelman

    Mark Engelman

    Intellectual Property Barrister
    Rita Semaan

    Rita Semaan

    Legal Consultant
    Carlos Rahme

    Carlos Rahme

    Senior Legal Consultant
    Souhad Al Ghorayeb

    Souhad Al Ghorayeb

    Senior Legal Consultant
    Sandy Y. Geagea

    Sandy Geagea

    Legal Consultant
    Saeed Gaber

    Saeed Gaber

    Legal Research Analyst
    Muhammed Ali Charif

    Muhammed Ali Charif

    Junior Legal Counsel
    Jenifer Abu Nasr

    Jenifer Abu Nasr

    Paralegal
    Patricia Abi Mansour

    Patricia Abi Mansour

    Business Development Manager
    Valakshmi Balasubramanian

    Varalakshmi Balasubramanian

    Operations Assistant
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