St. Louis, MO estate & probate attorney Martha Brown shares her experience as a mediator in the areas of elder care and guardianship. She shares that she has found through her experience that the process truly works and often allows families to heal. When families are able to resolve their disputes outside the courtroom, it spares them the pain of cross-examining one another or reliving past mistakes in front of others—things siblings are often all too aware of.

In her view, avoiding that kind of conflict creates space for compassion and understanding. It helps families come together to care for an elderly parent or a loved one with a disability in a way that is far more loving, respectful, and supportive.