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Our Mediation Journey
From the Family Mediation Council to MCWP
Founded as the Family Mediation Council of Western Pennsylvania in 1982 by Judge Lawrence Kaplan, to transform family mediation and divorce mediation in our region. Today, MCWP has evolved to encompass all forms of conflict resolution - from divorce mediation and family disputes to business conflicts and neighbor disagreements.
Four decades later, we're Western Pennsylvania's premier mediation authority across all practice areas - trusted by courts, chosen by lawyers, preferred by people.
Because sometimes the best legal outcome isn't found in a courtroom, but in conversation.
Professional Mediators
MCWP offers mediators exclusive mediation training, credibility, professional development, referrals, and job opportunities across all practice areas - including divorce mediation, business disputes, family conflicts, and more.
Courts, Judges, & Legal Professionals
MCWP solves the challenge of finding qualified, professional mediators quickly via our searchable public directory, ensuring cases are handled by professionals who meet high standards.
Public Clients
Get immediate access to a credible, professional mediator near you, via our easy-to-use public directory of vetted mediators, searchable by city and practice area. All without navigating a confusing national directory or risking an unverified provider.
Mediation Council of Western Pennsylvania
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One of the Few Regional Mediation Councils in the U.S.
Supports Both Professionals & the Public
Credentialing That Goes Beyond the Basics
Hosts Pennsylvania’s Longest-Running Mediation Conference
Upcoming Events
MCWP - Conflict Resolution DayTue, Oct 14Pittsburgh- Conflict Resolution Day SponsorshipTue, Oct 14Pittsburgh
MCWP - Board MeetingMon, Nov 17Bi-Monthly Board Meeting
What We Offer: Professional Membership for Mediators
Join a trusted network advancing divorce mediation, business mediation, family conflicts, and all forms of dispute resolution across Western Pennsylvania. Access mediation training, mentorship, and continuing education credits. Be the first to hear about job openings, court programs, and pro bono projects. Connect, collaborate, and grow your practice with the support of a community here to help you succeed.
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What we Offer: Easy-to-Use Public Directory
Be seen by the people who matter most. Our professionally designed, SEO-optimized directory showcases your bio, expertise, contact details, and links — giving you built-in advertising with your membership. Judges, lawyers, and the public can easily find and hire you. Stand out, attract opportunities, and build credibility with a polished profile you’ll be proud to share.
Hear from our Members
The Benefits of Mediation Training
“It created an environment where all of those mediators who didn’t know me… started asking me to do things… The benefits of mediation training and showing up - people notice you because of it.”
Alicia Nocera
MCWP President
Discover a Community for Mediators in PA
"The Mediation Council of Western PA has provided an invaluable sense of community among mediators to share knowledge and experiences and ... to support each other in this meaningful work."
Carole Katz, Esq
Principal of Carole Katz LLC
A Good Place to Network with Mediators
“MCWP events are good places to network with other mediators and to learn what’s going on mediation-wise in Pittsburgh.”
Mary Kate Coleman
Attorney, Mediator & Arbitrator
Ready to Resolve Your Dispute or Advance Your Mediation Career?
Whether you're a professional looking to advance your mediation training and career, or you're seeking divorce mediation, family conflict resolution, or business dispute mediation, MCWP provides the resources, connections, and credibility you need.