Jennifer Winestone J.D., LL.M

Jennifer Winestone is a creative problem solver and no-nonsense strategist, who works to broker practical, long-lasting solutions for families in transition/crisis. After almost a decade in high conflict high stakes litigation, Jennifer spent two years training with the industry’s top mediation professionals and earned her Master of Laws in Dispute Resolution from the highly acclaimed Straus Institute at Pepperdine University. Having practiced law in both Canada and the U.S., Jennifer brings a unique perspective to resolving family legal disputes, helping to broaden parties’ understanding of the issues and achieve fair and final resolution. Jennifer artfully tackles complexities, pays meticulous attention to detail, and gives thoughtful consideration to “the big picture.” She has earned a reputation for professional integrity and innovation among her clients and peers. In addition to her private mediation practice, Jennifer also teaches Divorce and Family Mediation for USC Gould Law School. She has proudly served as a Dispute Settlement Officer for the LA Superior Court, Certified Provider for the New Ways for Families Program, Negotiation Coach for the Women’s Negotiation Academy, and Executive Committee Member and Past Chair of the Beverly Hills Bar Association’s Mediation Section. Jennifer has presented at the LA County Bar Association, Beverly Hills Bar Association, Pepperdine Law School, Levitt & Quinn Family Law Center, and other community schools and organizations. She serves on the Board of Governors for the LA Collaborative Family Law Association. In addition to her involvement with ABD, Jennifer is a member of MFLA, FLAMES, and the Collaborative Center for Southern California, exclusive associations of local family attorney-mediators and collaborative professionals seeking to better the divorce process through education and collaboration.

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