Deborah Lynn Zutter Deborah Lynn Zutter
Helping you get on with your life

Welcome

Collaborative dispute resolution processes allow you to reach outcomes that you agree to, that are workable, and that are private.  Some people think that divorce is an expensive, ugly, drawn-out battle where nobody wins.  I help couples reach a satisfying conclusion using an effective process at a reasonable cost.

In Mediation and Collaborative Law you are treated with respect. You receive as much professional assistance as you need - each process is designed to meet your objectives. You control how soon you will resolve your dispute and get on with your life. Deb facilitates this process and works with you to maintain important relationships.Deb has over 25 years of dispute resolution experience. Her extensive background includes collaborative family law and mediation. Deb trains others in principled, interest-based negotiation and mediation skills.

Deb has offices in Vancouver and on the North Shore.

Articles + Events

Throughout her over 25 years of experience as a Mediator & Lawyer, Deborah Lynn Zutter has provided training and written for various respected publications in the Mediation and Legal professions:


"Incorporating ADR into Canadian Civil Litigation"

Article, Bond Law Review, University of Bond, School of Law, Queensland, Australia. December 2001.

This article describes four current provincial developments in civil, court-connected mediation within Canada. The nature of Canada's constitution has resulted in civil court processes, and their linked dispute resolution initiatives, being organized on a province-by-province basis. (View Article)

"Research Findings Support Holding Preliminary Conferences"

Article, The Lawyers Weekly. August 2001.

There is a significant positive correlation between holding a preliminary conference and reaching a resolution of the dispute at mediation. (View Article)

"Lawyers, mediators must screen for abuse in family mediation"

Article, The Lawyers Weekly. June 2001.

The debate continues over whether it is appropriate to mediate in the face of spousal abuse. The reality is that family mediation does take place in abusive relationships, at times with the abuse unrecognized by both the mediator and legal counsel. (View Article)


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Divorce Mediation (eBook)
CAD$14.99


Listen To Deb Being Interviewed About Mediation:
PART 1
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Testimonials

"Deb's tips and checklists demystify the dispute resolution process and help participants with everything from choosing the appropriate method to participating effectively throughout the process."

Gary Harper

Contact Deb

Email: deb@debzutter.com   |   Website: www.debzutter.com   |   Tel: 604-913-4399   |   Fax: 604-662-7466