Kari is a certified mediator and arbitrator with more than 30 years of experience in civil litigation, dispute resolution, and law firm leadership. Her practice is devoted exclusively to helping parties resolve complex disputes efficiently, practically, and fairly through mediation and arbitration.

Throughout her career, Kari has handled a wide range of civil matters, with particular depth in insurance, commercial, and business disputes. Having spent decades litigating cases from inception through trial and appeal, she brings a thorough understanding of risk assessment, case valuation, and litigation strategy to the neutral’s role. This experience allows her to engage meaningfully with counsel and parties, identify the true drivers of conflict, and assist in navigating both legal and practical obstacles to resolution.

Kari is a Member of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals, reflecting her commitment to professionalism, impartiality, and excellence in alternative dispute resolution. As a neutral, she is known for being well-prepared, even-handed, and direct when appropriate, while always maintaining respect for the parties and the process. Her approach is primarily facilitative, informed by evaluative insight when helpful, with the goal of assisting parties in reaching durable, informed outcomes.

In addition to her work as a neutral, Kari previously served as managing partner of a litigation and ADR firm for more than 15 years. In that role, she led attorneys and staff, developed firm strategy, and worked closely with clients on complex and high-stakes matters. This leadership experience informs her ability to manage multi-party disputes, balance competing perspectives, and keep proceedings focused, professional, and productive.

Kari understands that successful dispute resolution requires more than knowledge of the law. It requires preparation, judgment, credibility, and the ability to earn the trust of both counsel and parties. She strives to create a process that is efficient, candid, and respectful, while remaining flexible enough to adapt to the needs of each case. Whether serving as mediator or arbitrator, her objective is to provide a fair, thoughtful forum in which disputes can be resolved with clarity and confidence.

To schedule mediation, check Kari’s mediation National Association of Distinguished Neutrals (NADN) calendar for availability to schedule mediation please click here.