Workplace and Employment Law Mediation
Resolving employment law and workplace disputes
Workplace and Employment Law Mediation
Resolving employment law and workplace disputes
For many, early intervention in a legal conflict protects both a client’s dignity and pocketbook. We can help parties resolve disputes, providing control and closure on a difficult situation by avoiding the time and expense of a trial. As legal advocates practicing exclusively in employment law, we understand that employment conflicts can impact people physically, emotionally and financially. We also understand that for companies, unresolved disputes generally fester into costly litigation, affecting employee morale and profits.
At Bertelson Law Offices, P.A. Mediation, we understand employment disputes. With expertise in employment law litigation and alternative dispute resolution, we will partner with you to resolve conflict early. As an independent service, we will provide the perspective necessary to tackle the most difficult and systemic issues to save you time and money.
About Us
We are Knowledgeable
Beth and Andrea are both MSBA Certified Labor & Employment Law Specialists. Beth has over 35 years of experience in employment law and Andrea has over 20; Beth has over 25 years as a Certified Neutral by the Minnesota Judicial Branch Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), and has worked as a private mediator and a volunteer mediator.
We are Effective
We are proactive and persistent. We will work to find solutions that support the goals of all parties.
We are Accessible
We are adept at understanding the needs of the parties and are committed to creating an environment that is accessible to all. We offer in-person and virtual mediations.
We are Creative
We take a holistic approach to understand each party’s issues and find creative solutions that offer unexpected benefits.
We are Cost Efficient
We can help parties resolve disputes, providing control and closure on a difficult situation by avoiding the time and expense of a trial.
We are Neutral
Mediation with us is collaborative and confidential.
Beth Bertelson
Beth Bertelson has over 25 years of experience as a certified mediator in private practice. Beth is a member of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals. Beth has been designated as a qualified neutral under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice for the District Courts. Beth is on the American Arbitration Association panel as a mediator and arbitrator. Beth also teaches a course on Alternative Dispute Resolution at the University of Minnesota Law School. Beth has received honors including, but not limited to: SuperLawyers for 20 years, Top 50 Women and U.S. News Best Lawyers.
Beth is a MSBA Certified Labor & Employment Law Specialist. She has over 35 years of labor and employment law practice. Beth has extensive experience and knowledge in employment law including but not limited to pre-litigation and litigation mediations and advocacy involving discrimination, retaliation, and employment agreements, and other employment related issues. Beth also conducts neutral, prompt workplace investigations.
Andrea Ostapowich
Andrea Ostapowich is a qualified neutral under Rule 114 of the Minnesota Rules of General Practice for the District Courts. Andrea is a MSBA Certified Labor & Employment Law Specialist. She has practiced in the area of employment law for over 20 years including but not limited to pre-litigation and litigation mediations and advocacy, involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, employment agreements, and other employment related issues.