Lowcountry Mediation Center

08/13/2026

Family law mediation can feel nerve-wracking, especially when you’re facing difficult conversations with someone you may not feel comfortable being around.

At the Lowcountry Mediation Center, you do not have to sit face-to-face with the other party during your mediation.

For virtual mediations, parties are placed in separate Zoom breakout rooms. For in-person mediations, parties remain in separate physical spaces. The mediator moves between the rooms, working with each party individually to discuss concerns, explore options, and help negotiate toward a resolution.

08/06/2026

Another successful LMC Summer Mock Mediation is in the books! 👏📚

A huge thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this hands-on ADR experience a success.

Special recognition to our student volunteers:
• Extern/ Mediator: Blair Wasser
• Volunteers and Interns: Elizabeth Steelman, Kayla Johnson, Courtney Walker, Lily Brody, and Laurin Miller

We're grateful to Charleston School of Law for partnering with us and providing the space to make this meaningful learning experience possible.

And a special thank you to Nina Sperling for the countless hours spent coordinating this event and making it all come together!

07/28/2026

This morning, the LMC team was grateful for the opportunity to meet with our wonderful Charleston County Probate Court Judges to discuss how we can better support the important work they do through probate mediation. We appreciate their partnership and their shared commitment to helping families navigate challenging situations with care, compassion, and collaboration.

07/23/2026

07/23/2026

Yesterday, LMC's Executive Director, Angela Johnson, and Mediation Facilitator, Lyndsi Holst, had the opportunity to connect with fellow South Carolina Bar Foundation grantees at the Foundation's Speed Networking Event.

We loved connecting with organizations dedicated to expanding access to justice across South Carolina, especially the Upstate Mediation Center and the Midlands Mediation Center, where we had the chance to share ideas, talk shop, and learn from one another.

Thank you to the South Carolina Bar Foundation for hosting such a meaningful event—and congratulations on celebrating 55 years! We are so grateful for your continued support and investment in organizations like ours that help strengthen communities across our state.

07/21/2026

It's hard to believe we're already halfway through 2026!

As we reflect on the first half of the year, we want to take a moment to recognize and thank our incredible volunteer attorney mediators. Despite their busy schedules, they continue to generously share their time and expertise to support our mission of providing accessible, high-quality mediation services that help individuals, families, and communities find fair and lasting solutions outside of court.

Simply put, we could not do this work without them. Their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to serving our community make a meaningful difference every single day, and we are truly grateful.

Interested in making an impact? We're always looking to grow our talented roster of volunteer attorney mediators. If you'd like to learn more about volunteering with the Lowcountry Mediation Center, we'd love to hear from you! https://www.lowcountrymediationcenter.org/volunteer/

07/17/2026

Mediation can feel overwhelming, especially if it's your first time. It's natural to have questions about what to expect.

We've rounded up answers to some of the most frequent questions to help you feel more informed and prepared. Swipe through to learn more!

Have a question we didn't cover? Leave it in the comments or send us a message. We're always happy to help.

07/15/2026

🌟 Summer Extern Spotlight 🌟

Please join us in welcoming Blair Wasser, one of our Summer Externs at the Lowcountry Mediation Center!

Before beginning law school, Blair worked with the Berkeley County Guardian ad Litem office as both an administrative assistant and case worker. In that role, she helped prepare cases for court, maintain organized case files, and ensure attorneys and the court had the information needed to effectively advocate for children and families.

Blair is interested in copyright law, medical malpractice, and wills and estates. Outside of law school, she has continued working at a local bookstore, where she's been employed since high school. She has a passion for reading, lifelong learning, and thoughtful debate.

Blair was drawn to LMC because of its commitment to serving the community and providing access to alternative dispute resolution. After learning about ADR, she recognized it as a valuable way to help individuals resolve disputes outside of the traditional court process and is excited to learn more while supporting LMC's mission.

We're delighted to have Blair with us this summer and look forward to the contributions she'll make during her externship. Welcome to the LMC team, Blair!

07/13/2026

Mediation coming up? Keep these tips in mind! 👇

📋 Send important documents ahead of time.
🎯 Know your priorities.
🤝 Be willing to listen.
💡 Stay open to compromise.
➡️ Focus on solutions for the future.

Preparation is key. We're here to help guide the process.