NJAPM

Why become an NJAPM Member?

NJAPM—the New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators—is New Jersey's largest statewide mediation organization and the only one with a structured accreditation process.

Membership is open to mediators and anyone interested in the mediation profession.

As a member of NJAPM, you'll gain access to valuable networking opportunities, continuing education, professional resources, referral programs, and a community of professionals committed to excellence in dispute resolution.

Membership benefits extend to your clients as well. NJAPM membership demonstrates your commitment to mediation, provides access to a multidisciplinary professional network, and offers the support of NJAPM's Ethics Review Board when needed.

Learn more about NJAPM membership benefits:
https://njapm.org/page/join-njapm

All are welcome to our next in person conference. November 13, 2026 in New Brunswick NJ. Visit www.njapm.org. More information and registration will be available soon. But for now, mark your alendars and save the date!

Divorce mediation helps couples work through difficult decisions in a more constructive and respectful way.

Rather than becoming adversaries in court, mediation provides a supportive, non-confrontational setting where both parties can stay focused on resolving issues together.

A trained mediator helps couples:

• understand the mediation process
• address financial concerns
• discuss parenting arrangements
• stay focused on the issues
• gain greater control over the process
• work toward mutually acceptable agreements

Mediation can help reduce conflict, save time and expense, and allow families to move forward with greater control over the outcome.

Take the next step to learn more about divorce mediation and find an accredited professional mediator in New Jersey:
https://njapm.org/page/about-divorce-mediation

NJAPM—the New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators—is a non-profit association of professionals committed to the practice of dispute resolution through mediation.

About Divorce Mediation - NJAPM Mediation is the process in which a trained neutral person, called a mediator, facilitates the resolution of a dispute between two or more parties. Mediation is non-adversarial with the objective of helping the parties reach a mutually acceptable agreement.

Interested in becoming an NJAPM Member?

NJAPM—the New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators—is New Jersey’s premier statewide association of professional mediators and the only organization in the state offering a structured accreditation process.

Membership is open to mediators and all those interested in the mediation profession who want to expand their knowledge, strengthen their credentials, and grow their professional network.

NJAPM membership includes:

• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Networking with experienced mediators and multidisciplinary professionals
• Membership directory and referral opportunities
• Access to mediation resources, guidance, and peer support
• Opportunity to pursue Accredited Professional Mediator (APM) status
• Benefits that help build trust and confidence with clients

Explore NJAPM Membership Benefits and learn more at:
https://njapm.org/page/membership-benefits

Membership Benefits - NJAPM NJAPM is the largest statewide mediation organization, and the only one in New Jersey with a structured accreditation process. We are the voice for professional mediators in New Jersey. NJAPM membership and accreditation can significantly enhance your marketability as a mediator. Benefits of NJAPM m...

Discover a better way to resolve disputes.

Legal disputes can be time-consuming and expensive. Civil mediation offers a different approach—helping resolve business, commercial, and general civil matters through collaboration, confidentiality, and practical outcomes.

Parties work with an impartial mediator to explore options, find common ground, and reach mutually agreed solutions. Unlike arbitration or litigation, no decision is imposed—so you stay in control of the outcome.

This approach is highly effective, with over 80% of voluntarily mediated cases reaching resolution. It also allows for creative, flexible solutions that may not be available in a courtroom.

For more information, please visit: https://njapm.org/page/business-commercial-and-general-civil-mediation

You can also use the “Civil Mediator Search” at the end of that page to contact a local NJAPM professional mediator to see how mediation can benefit you, or to find a mediator for your case.

NJAPM (New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators) is a non-profit association of professionals committed to the practice of dispute resolution through mediation.

Whatever you decide, mediation can be an excellent option to settle a case.

Business, Commercial and General Civil Mediation - NJAPM Mediation is a dispute resolution process in which an impartial third party - the mediator - facilitates a negotiation between two consenting parties to a dispute. The purpose of mediation is to assist the parties towards reaching a settlement. Unlike arbitration and litigation, a mediator does not....

So many great moments from the May 1, 2026 Spring Seminar.

Over 100 mediators are attending NJAPM's online Spring Seminar today! Here, they are discussing the implications of ABA Opinion 518. The Seminar Co-Chairs Anju D. Jessani and Katherine Newcomer, Esq. did a wonderful job putting together a day long program. This afternoon will feature divorce and civil mediation practice tips. Something for everyone! www.njapm.org

Katherine Newcomer and I, as co-chairs, invite you to register or be sponsor for NJAPM - New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators' online full-day seminar scheduled for this Friday, May 1. The seminar features the fabulous Clare Fowler speaking about the brain science of conflict. The seminar also includes a mock mediation of a business breakup, mediation ethics with Bruce Matez, Esq. APM, Lawrence Jones and two of his pre-law University of New Mexico students, talking about ABA Opinion 518, divorce and civil mediation workshops, and so much more. Thanks our gold sponsors Rhea Goldsmith of Jersey Shore Real Estate Group, and OurFamilyWizard, and to our silver sponsors, Anastasia Galichanina CPA, CDLP®, College Financial Prep, and Anthony Prinzo, and our many line sponsors as listed in our program. For more information, to register or to sponsor - please visit www.njapm.org See less

Have you secured your spot yet?

NJAPM's 11th Annual Civil and Divorce Mediation Seminar is less than two weeks away, and registration is filling up fast.

Scheduled for May 1 via Zoom, the program features 25 speakers across specialized Civil and Divorce Mediation tracks, offering a full day of programming.

This year’s theme, “Foundations and Frontiers,” covers mediation fundamentals alongside modern challenges facing practitioners.

Featured speaker Dr. Clare Fowler will present “Your Brain on Conflict,” an interactive session exploring how the brain processes conflict and what that means for mediators.

NJAPM invites members and the public to attend, and welcomes college and graduate students who can blend academic learning with the real-life experiences our members will share.

KEY DETAILS:

Friday, May 1, 2026
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Online via Zoom

Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Open to NJAPM Members and Non-Members.

For pricing, the full schedule, and to register, visit: https://njapm.org

About NJAPM:

NJAPM is New Jersey’s only professional mediator organization, with approximately three hundred members including attorneys and professionals in the fields of mental health, finance, and business. Its mission is to foster excellence in mediation, promote mediation as the preferred method of dispute resolution, educate the public and professionals about mediation, and protect the public through standards of conduct and accreditation for mediators.

NJAPM NJAPM helps you find trusted mediation professionals, expert training, classes, and resources to resolve your case through the only dispute resolution process where the parties determine the outcome!