Mediation and Arbitration Services
Smith & Little LLP is excited to introduce our comprehensive Mediation and Arbitration Services, designed to provide efficient and effective solutions for all family law matters.
Our services cater to the unique needs of each family, ensuring prompt and fair resolutions without the delays of traditional court and arbitration processes.
Our Core Philosophy
Resolutions with Integrity
Our Core Mission
Informed Choice and objective decision making
We Understand What It Feels Like to Be in Your Shoes
When people come to us, they’re often carrying more than just legal questions. They’re carrying the weight of uncertainty, frustration, and fear about what comes next. They’re trying to make decisions that affect their children, their homes, their businesses, and their futures – often while navigating grief, anger, or exhaustion.
We understand that feeling. We’ve sat across the table from hundreds of people in similar situations. We’ve seen how conflict can cloud judgment, how fear can stall progress, and how overwhelming it can be to face a system that feels impersonal or out of reach.
We also know what it’s like to want clarity, closure, and a way forward.
Why We’re the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time
We didn’t arrive at mediation and arbitration by accident. After years of practicing family law, we have seen the emotional and financial the toll that litigation can take. We have seen how families were left with decisions imposed by strangers, and how often those decisions didn’t reflect the reality of people’s lives.
That’s Why We Built This Practice
To Offer a Better Way
Together, we offer a balance of empathy and efficiency, clarity and compassion. We’re not here to escalate conflict – we’re here to resolve it.
Christine N. (Little) Shepherd
Mediation services for all family law matters with compassionate and solution-focused approach
Christine brings over a decade of experience in family law, a sharp memory for detail, and a gift for cutting through complexity. She’s known for her direct, respectful communication and her ability to translate legal concepts into plain language. She’s also deeply invested in helping people move forward with dignity and confidence.
Kelly Elizabeth Smith
Arbitration service provides a private alternative to the court process eliminating the wait times
Kelly also has over a decade of experience in family law and is a strategic thinker with a calm, grounded presence. She thrives on challenge and brings a no-nonsense, solutions-focused mindset to every case. Her ability to stay steady in high-conflict situations helps clients feel safe, heard, and supported – even when the stakes are high.
How We Help as Mediators and Arbitrators
Whether you need a guide to help you find common ground or a decision-maker to bring closure, we’re here to help.