Founded by Hilary Linton who left a litigation firm to focus on out-of-court dispute resolution, we offer separating families accessible, effective ways to settle family law matters without going to court. We accept clients who are unrepresented and also work closely with lawyers who refer matters to us. Our qualified and experienced professionals work closely with a great support team and our Mediators-In-Training to provide: Mediation: a way to negotiate a settlement that works for everyone. Parenting Coordination: a specialized conflict management process for parents who require ongoing dispute resolution after their parenting plan is finalized. Hear the Child Reports: Affordable, non-evaluative interviews with children leading to reports for use in dispute resolution or court. Arbitration and Case Management: custom-designed hearings that result in binding decisions; and orderly management of complex court or other proceedings. Screening for Power Imbalances & Family Violence: for family arbitrators. We also offer high quality, on-demand online training supported by live tutorials and coached role plays for family mediation, parenting coordination and arbitration students. We are a leading source of training for professionals seeking certified designations with one of Ontario’s Family Dispute Resolution Organizations. We have trained professionals across Canada and around the world. Riverdale is affiliated with leading professional organizations including the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, the Family Dispute Resolution Institute of Ontario (FDRIO) Family Mediation Canada, the Academy of Professional Family Mediators, the BC Hear the Child Society, the Saskatchewan Early Dispute Resolution Program and Ontario’s court connected family mediation services through our sister company mediate393 inc., the Ontario Association of Family Mediation. Hilary has received Awards of Excellence from the Ontario Bar Association & FDRIO.
