Ann Goade

Ann M. Goade, Esq.

Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator | Divorce & Parenting Dispute Mediator | Treasure Coast, Florida

Palm City, Florida | Serving Families Throughout Florida
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Overview

Ann M. Goade, Esq. is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family and Dependency Mediator who has focused exclusively on family law mediation on Florida’s Treasure Coast since 1993.

A longtime family law attorney and experienced neutral, Ann limits her practice solely to mediation and alternative dispute resolution in family matters. She does not represent parties in contested divorce or family law litigation, allowing her to maintain a fully neutral mediation practice focused entirely on helping families resolve disputes efficiently, privately, and outside of court.

With more than 30 years of exclusive mediation experience, Ann is frequently selected by parties, attorneys, and self-represented individuals seeking practical and durable resolutions to emotionally and financially complex family disputes.
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Family Mediation Philosophy

Ann believes family disputes are best resolved when parties feel heard, respected, and actively involved in shaping their own agreements.

Her mediation approach emphasizes:
• Constructive communication
• Parenting-focused resolution
• Informed decision-making
• Reducing emotional and financial strain
• Durable and workable agreements
• Avoiding prolonged litigation whenever possible

Ann understands that mediated agreements are often more successful long-term because parties participate directly in crafting the outcome rather than having decisions imposed by the court.
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Credentials & Professional Standing
• Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator (Certified since 1993)
• Florida Supreme Court Certified Dependency Mediator
• ACR Advanced Practitioner in Family Law — Association for Conflict Resolution (2006)
• AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbell

Ann’s Advanced Practitioner designation reflects substantial experience, peer review, continuing education, and long-term commitment to excellence in family mediation and conflict resolution.
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Professional Background

Due to her years in private practice, Ann understands that trial litigation is rarely in the best interests of families navigating divorce, custody, and parenting disputes.

Her legal training and multi-jurisdictional admissions provide her with a detailed understanding of how courts evaluate contested family law matters, allowing her to guide parties toward agreements that are practical, balanced, and capable of withstanding judicial review.

Ann is licensed to practice law in:
• Florida
• Illinois
• Missouri
• Tennessee
• Supreme Court of the United States
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Areas of Mediation Focus