Neutrals

Meet the PowerHouse Neutrals — the most respected and trusted names in mediation, arbitration, and dispute resolution.  Hand-selected for their legal expertise, extensive experience, and practical problem-solving skills, our team includes retired judges, seasoned trial lawyers, and nationally recognized ADR professionals.  Whether your case involves civil litigation, family matters, or complex commercial disputes, we have the right neutral to help you reach resolution—efficiently and effectively.

Experienced Neutrals | Proven Results | Powerful Resolutions

Kristi Paulson

Mediator | Arbitrator | Special Master

Jacqueline Regis

Retired Judge of District Court
Mediator | Arbitrator | Special Master

Judge Timothy McManus (Ret.), mediator and arbitrator at PowerHouse Mediation

Timothy McManus

Retired Judge of District Court
Mediator | Arbitrator | Special Master

Dan O'Fallon

Former Judge of District Court
Mediator | Arbitrator | Special Master

Mike Black

Family Mediator - High Asset/Complex Family Law Cases

Judge Debbie Kleven (Ret.), mediator and arbitrator at PowerHouse Mediation

Debbie Kleven

Retired Judge of District Court
Mediator | Arbitrator | Special Master

Vildan Teske

Mediator | Arbitrator | Special Master

Dan O'Leary

Mediator | Arbitrator | Special Master

Joseph Daly

Arbitrator (National and International) | Mediator | Educator

Markus Yira

Mediator | Arbitrator | Special Master

Lisa Lamm Bachman

Mediator | Arbitrator | Special Master

Sean Lanterman

Mediator | Special Master

Lisa Borgen

Retired Judge of District Court
Mediator | Arbitrator | Special Master

Chief Judge Wendy Tien (Ret.), civil mediator and arbitrator at PowerHouse Mediation

Wendy Tien

Retired Chief Judge of Minnesota Tax Court
Mediator | Arbitrator | Special Master

Sybil Dunlop

Mediator | Arbitrator | Special Master

Joseph Boles

Retired Judge of Circuit District Court (Wisc.)
Mediator | Arbitrator | Special Master

PowerHouse's Distinguished Neutrals

At PowerHouse Mediation, our panel of distinguished ADR professionals stands out in the field of alternative dispute resolution. Each PowerHouse Neutral brings unmatched experience, deep professionalism, and unwavering integrity to every case.

What Sets Our Neutrals Apart?

  • Proven expertise in mediation, arbitration, and conflict resolution

  • Outstanding communication and negotiation skills

  • True neutrality and ethical integrity

  • Strategic problem-solving and adaptability across complex disputes

Whether you’re resolving a civil dispute, family law matter, or commercial case, PowerHouse neutrals are trusted partners in delivering fair, efficient, and lasting outcomes.

Practical Experience
01. Expertise and Specialization

Top ADR professionals are active listeners and skilled communicators who foster open dialogue and ensure all parties feel heard.

Skilled Communicators
02. Exceptional Communication Skills

Top neutrals are skilled listeners and communicators. They can facilitate open and productive dialogue between parties, ensuring that all perspectives are heard and understood.

Trust & Rapport
03. Neutrality and Impartiality

Our neutrals excel in creative conflict resolution, guiding parties to solutions that meet their underlying interests.

Creative & Beneficial
04. Problem-Solving and Creativity

PowerHouse neutrals excel in problem-solving and are creative in finding mutually beneficial solutions. They guide parties through the process to reach agreements that meet the underlying needs of both sides.

Tailored Solutions
05. Adaptable & Flexible

Every case is unique. PowerHouse neutrals adjust their approach to fit the specific needs and dynamics of each dispute.

Integrity & Credibility
06. Ethical Standards

We uphold the highest standards of professional ethics. PowerHouse neutrals are committed to transparency, honesty, and integrity in every interaction.

Retired or Former Judges

Civil Law Mediators

Family Law Mediators

Labor Law Mediators & Arbitrators

Minnesota Mediators

Mediators - North Dakota

Mediators - Wisconsin

Mediators - New York | East Coast

Mediators - Will Travel Nationally

Mediators - Federal Practice

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