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Lindsay Kertland is an accredited mediator, lawyer, parenting coordinator and coach, dedicated to helping families find peaceful and durable solutions to difficult situations. With extensive experience in high-conflict cases, Lindsay is committed to guiding families through challenging situations with empathy and expertise, and with a focus on the future.
Lindsay holds a Masters in Law (LL.M) from Kings’ College, University of London, England; a Bachelors of Laws (LL.B hons) from the University of Leeds, England; a JCA in law from McGill University and a BA from Western University. Called to the Ontario bar in 1997, she practiced Intellectual Property Law with a major Bay Street law firm before transitioning her career to alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
At Summerhill Family Mediation, Lindsay offers a range of services designed to assist families in navigating the complexities of conflict resolution and family law matters. As an accredited mediator with the Ontario Association of Family Mediation (OAFM) and a member of the Family Dispute Resolution Institute of Ontario’s Parenting Coordination section, Lindsay brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to each case.
Mediation is at the core of Lindsay’s practice. She is skilled at facilitating constructive and productive discussions, allowing families to find mutually agreeable solutions outside of the courtroom. Lindsay’s mediation approach is rooted in compassion, open communication, and respect for all parties involved. Fluent in both English and French, Lindsay ensures that clients feel heard and understood throughout the process.
In addition to mediation, Lindsay offers parenting coordination services, providing ongoing support and guidance to parents once they have a parenting plan in place. By fostering effective communication, and addressing ongoing issues, Lindsay helps parents create and maintain a stable and nurturing environment for their children.
Lindsay’s expertise also extends to screening for arbitration and separation and divorce coaching. In screening for arbitration, Lindsay meets confidentially with each client to screen for IPV and power imbalances to ensure arbitration is a suitable process. Separation and divorce coaching provides individuals valuable support during this challenging life transition. Lindsay is dedicated to helping clients make informed decisions, manage emotions, and find the strength to move forward in a positive and empowered manner.
With Lindsay’s compassionate guidance and deep understanding of family dynamics, clients can expect a supportive and confidential environment where their voices are heard and their needs are prioritized. Lindsay’s goal is to empower families to reach durable and mutually beneficial agreements, minimizing conflict and promoting the well-being of all parties involved
New to Mediation? Mediation is a cooperative process where a trained mediator helps people in a dispute talk and find solutions together. The mediator doesn’t take sides or make decisions but guides the conversation and encourages everyone to understand each other’s needs. It’s different from going to court because it focuses on finding agreements that everyone involved is comfortable with. Mediation is voluntary, so anyone can opt out at any time, and it is confidential, so nothing discussed in mediation can be used in any other process; this gives you more control over the outcome of your dispute while preserving relationships.
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About Lindsay
Lindsay Kertland is an accomplished family mediator, lawyer, parenting coordinator, and coach. As an accredited mediator with the Ontario Association of Family Mediation (OAFM) and the principal of Summerhill Family Mediation, Lindsay brings a wealth of expertise and experience to her practice.
With a strong background in high-conflict cases, Lindsay has successfully helped numerous families navigate challenging situations and find peaceful and lasting resolutions. She has served as a roster mediator with Toronto Family Mediation Services (mediate393) for over six years, working in three Toronto family courts.
Lindsay’s educational achievements include a Masters in Law (LL.M) from Kings’ College, University of London, England; a Bachelors of Laws (LL.B hons) from the University of Leeds, England; a JCA in law from McGill University and a BA from Western University. Having been called to the Ontario bar in 1997, Lindsay initially practiced Intellectual Property Law with a leading Bay Street law firm. Throughout her career, she has consistently sought opportunities to expand her knowledge and skills, enabling her to provide exceptional support to her clients.
Raised in Montreal and having lived in Japan, England, and Vancouver during her family’s earlier years, Lindsay brings a diverse perspective to her practice. She is fluent in both English and French, allowing her to effectively communicate with clients from various backgrounds.
In addition to her professional commitments, Lindsay has actively engaged in volunteer work for numerous organizations. She is an intersectional ally and is also a trainer in the respected Riverdale Mediation training program, sharing her expertise and helping to train future mediators.
Lindsay is deeply committed to assisting families in finding peaceful and durable solutions to difficult situations. Her multifaceted background, extensive experience, and empathetic approach make her a trusted professional in the field of family dispute resolution.
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