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Being Neutral is a Myth

Terry Wakeen explains that she believes being neutral is a myth. She still upholds her ethical duty, however, to not force her opinions and judgments on the parties.

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Teresa Wakeen

Teresa A. Wakeen, J.D., President of Wakeen & Associates Mediation Services, has served exclusively as a professional mediator since 1992. Having successfully mediated over 2700 disputes nationwide, Ms. Wakeen is known for her integrity, tenacity, ingenuity and ability to bring parties together to settle the most difficult and complex of… MORE >

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