Empowering Families
Empowering Futures
Building a Bridge between Science and Law
for Better Outcomes
At Family Law Consulting, we recognize that the social and legal issues impacting separating families are complex and often difficult. Using evidence-based interdisciplinary practices, we provide families the support they need to obtain improved outcomes with long-lasting, positive results that meet each family’s specific needs.
By working as part of an interdisciplinary team, Family Law Consulting supports attorneys and their clients in navigating the challenges of the family law system with care and confidence.
Family Law Consulting, PLLC provides conflict resolution services to family law attorneys and their clients. Through an interdisciplinary approach using social science research within the legal framework, we assist children and their families in resolving parental conflict and achieving improved outcomes.
Improved Outcomes for Families
At Family Law Consulting, our focus is on achieving improved outcomes for families. Using a multidisciplinary approach, we work closely with our clients to develop evidence-based strategies that are tailored to their specific needs. We are committed to delivering the best possible results for everyone involved.
Improved Outcomes through Interdisciplinary Approach
When you choose us, you can be confident that you are receiving the very best in conflict resolution services. At Family Law Consulting, we understand that resolving family conflicts can be difficult. This is why we take an interdisciplinary approach to our work, utilizing our extensive knowledge of social science research and family law to achieve improved outcomes for our clients.
Expert Assistance in Improving Outcomes for Children and Families
At Family Law Consulting, our team of experts is committed to using our knowledge and experience to help you navigate the challenges of family law with confidence.
Our Team
Our interdisciplinary team includes legal and social science professionals with the skills and knowledge to address the complex emotional issues that arise in family law disputes. We also have experienced mediators and dispute resolution neutrals who are all highly trained in the field of family law. Family Law Consulting’s affiliates are professionals trained in dispute resolution with their own independent practices who we integrate into our cases and educational training.
Family Law Consulting is a Bloomfield Hills based practice that was founded by (Hon.) Lisa M. Neilson, a retired family law judge with a master’s degree in social work and extensive legal and judicial experience. Judge Neilson brings a unique perspective on dispute resolution.
Cynthia J. Sherburn is an attorney who brings her expertise in all family law matters to FLC following a 24-year career at the Third Judicial Circuit Court of Michigan as Family Division Legal Counsel. She has authored numerous articles on and lectured about many family law topics including the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act, the Hague Convention on Child Abduction, child custody and parenting time matters, domicile, the proper us of contempt of court, spousal support, property division, and much more
Our Services
Family Law Consulting is based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, and provides services across Michigan and beyond. Please contact us to learn more about our availability and service areas.
Parental Conflict Resolution
Our interdisciplinary approach involves lawyers, mental health professionals, and social workers to assist children and their families in resolving parental conflict.
Mediation Services
Family Law Consulting’s mediation services provide a neutral and facilitated process to assist parties in resolving disputes in an out-of-court model. Our experienced mediators strive to create a safe environment for communication and negotiation, helping to achieve a mutually satisfactory result for all parties involved.
Strategic Planning
Family Law Consulting’s team of professionals works with our clients to understand their goals, and then to develop and implement an effective plan of action to achieve those goals. Our approach is client-focused, and we are committed to providing the highest quality guidance and support.
At Family Law Consulting, our main goal is to help families achieve positive outcomes through effective conflict resolution.
Our interdisciplinary approach recognizes the intersection of the social and legal impact of family and parental conflict, letting us provide solutions that are tailored to each family’s unique needs.
Conflict Resolution Training and Workshops
In addition to direct conflict resolution services, we offer training and education to legal and mental health professionals to enhance their conflict resolution skills and knowledge. We believe that improving conflict resolution outcomes requires ongoing education and training and we are committed to helping our partners achieve success.
Trusted Partners
Family Law Consulting was a much needed partner in one of my recent cases. Using a collaborative, science-based approach, we were able to reach a resolution that was the best outcome for the children, without resorting to a courtroom trial.
Attorney and Family Law Consulting Client
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