Elder and Estate Planning Mediation
Get a Mediator to Help Resolve Conflicts in Elder & Estate Planning Cases.
Are you and your family facing a conflict related to an aging loved one or their estate?
Elder and estate planning mediation can help you resolve disputes without going to court.
We provide a safe space for open dialogue, aim to find common ground, and guide families to mutually agreeable solutions. Don't wait until tensions boil over. Mediation can preserve family ties.
Have a Case You Would Like Reviewed?
Contact us now at 650-638-2360 if you would like to discuss your legal matter.
Elder and Estate Mediation Solutions
Elder and estate planning mediation can be used to resolve a wide range of disputes, including:
Disputes between siblings over the care of their aging parents
Disputes over the distribution of assets from an estate
Disputes over shared real estate or other shared inheritance
Disputes over guardianship or power of attorney
Disputes over living arrangements and financial decisions
Helping family understand your estate decisions proactively, before you pass away
Our Elder Mediation Approach
Thorough Issue Analysis
Jeff seeks to understand family dynamics and identify the heart of conflicts.
Neutral Facilitation
He provides a safe space for open dialogue and expressing points of view.
Collaborative Problem-Solving
A neutral facilitator can often spark new perspectives, shifting parties into resolution mode.
Our Elder Mediation Approach
Thorough Issue Analysis
Jeff seeks to understand family dynamics and identify the heart of conflicts.
Neutral Facilitation
He provides a safe space for open dialogue and expressing points of view.
Collaborative Problem-Solving
A neutral facilitator can often spark new perspectives, shifting parties into resolution mode.
Why Choose Mediator Jeffrey R. Windsor?
Jeff will listen to the participants, get to the heart of their interests, and help them plan for their and their family’s future. Families often benefit from a mediator with formal legal training and experience.
Some families also find that a mediator with a legal background receives greater consideration from all parties involved.
Hear from Our Clients and Peers
“Perfect demeanor and temperament for a mediator, very even-keeled, calm, and calming.”
“I have known Jeff for 20 years, and in all of those roles, whether adversary, colleague or confidant, I have witnessed him to be one of the most upstanding individuals I know in terms of his ethics and morality, his competence and thoughtfulness.”
“Fantastic experience! I had the pleasure to be a client of Jeff Windsor's. Not only was Jeff extremely professional and knowledgeable, but he was outstanding in handling my case and seeing me through all roadblocks over the course of several years.”
Have Questions?
What do mediators do in elder care mediations?
Mediators facilitate productive discussions between family members regarding sensitive topics like estate planning, caregiving responsibilities, inheritance disputes, and even end-of-life decisions. Jeff provides impartial guidance to help families communicate openly and reach mutually agreeable solutions.
What is the best time to start mediation?
The ideal time is before conflicts escalate. Addressing issues early provides the best chance of reaching amicable solutions and avoiding future legal battles. However, it's never too late. Even in ongoing disputes, a skilled mediator can facilitate productive dialogue and closure.
What we really need is a facilitated family meeting. Can you do that?
Yes, absolutely. Facilitated family meetings are a core part of elder mediation services. Jeff helps plan productive agendas, set ground rules, moderate sensitive conversations, and ensure all parties are heard. His goal is to foster open, equitable dialogue so families gain clarity and alignment.