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About Claire Smith Mediation Services

Expert Mediation with a Heart

Empowering Resolutions Through Fair, Compassionate Mediation

At Claire Smith Mediation Services, our mission is to transform conflict into opportunity. With over three decades of legal expertise and more than two decades dedicated to mediation, we believe in creating a respectful, balanced environment where every voice is heard. We are committed to guiding families, businesses, and communities towards mutually acceptable solutions—ensuring that even the toughest disputes are met with understanding, professionalism, and genuine care.

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The Numbers

Years of Legal Experience
15+
Years of Mediation Experience
10+
Clients & Families Helped
200.0+
Satisfaction Rate
95%

Your Expert Mediator

Claire Smith

Claire Smith is the founder and heart of our mediation practice. With a career that spans over 35 years in law and 24 years dedicated to mediation, Claire combines legal acumen with a compassionate approach to dispute resolution. Accredited under the National Mediator Accreditation Standards (NMAS) and one of the first Family Law Dispute Resolution Practitioners, she is passionate about guiding clients through even the most challenging disputes. Whether you're facing family, business, or property issues, Claire's balanced and insightful guidance is here to help you find a clear path forward.

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What my clients say

Trusted by families.

Claire's approach put my children's well-being at the heart of the process. She navigated sensitive family dynamics with grace and ensured every decision truly reflected our kids' needs.

Mum of 2

Family Children

In the midst of our separation, Claire's mediation provided clarity and fairness in dividing our property. Her balanced and insightful guidance helped us reach an agreement that both parties respected.

Couple Navigating Separation

Family Property

After our divorce, we faced complex issues involving wills and estate planning. Claire's expert guidance made resolving these sensitive matters fair and efficient, giving us confidence in our next steps.

Client Navigating Separation after Divorce

Wills & Estates

Facing a challenging workplace dispute, I found Claire's mediation process invaluable. Her clear communication and balanced approach restored respectful dialogue and helped our team move forward together.

Client

Employment

As a small business owner, time and clarity are crucial. Claire's efficient mediation not only resolved our dispute swiftly but also preserved vital business relationships for the long term.

Small Business Owner

Small Business Disputes

When a building dispute threatened to escalate, Claire's expertise helped us navigate the complexities with a focus on fairness and practicality. Her balanced approach ensured our family's best interests were always a priority.

Northern Rivers Client

Building Disputes

Looking for a respectful way to resolve your dispute? We're here to help you find a path forward through mediation.

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Favourite Quote

“Out beyond ideas of
Right doing and Wrong doing
There is a field
I’ll meet you there”

— Rumi
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