5th Judicial Circuit Contract Providers
Ellen Barnes, Mediator
Kansas City, MO
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Ellen started Out of Court Mediation Services LLC to help families resolve disputes around parenting, communication, and responsibilities in a way that reduces stress and supports lasting agreements. Ellen also works with small claims, real estate, HOA, business/consumer, and workplace matters—helping people “resolve it your way – no judge required.
Kristy Borders, J.D., Mediator/Contract Attorney
Kansas City, MO
Kristy is a graduate from the UMKC School of Law. She created Borders Law Firm, LLC in 2019.Before becoming an attorney, Kristy was a Private Investigator and Process Server. Her extensive experience with investigating means that she will look into areas other attorneys may miss.
Lisa Wiebelhaus, Visit Supervisor
Kansas City, MO
Lisa completed her post graduate work at Webster University in Ft. Leavenworth, KS. She helps families maintain their bonds through what is often a stressful process. Families will be treated respectfully, while safety remains the top priority. Lisa can provide visitation in the community, or in the family home, and often on the weekends.
Sarah Hatch, J.D., Mediator
Kansas City, MO
Sarah is a certified Missouri and Kansas mediator specializing in civil, domestic, employee-employer, and community dispute resolution. She has over 25 years of experience facilitating individual and community conflict. She also has experience in matters related to domestic violence. She loves offering the opportunity for people and communities to come together to solve their conflicts.