Christine Douglas

Christine Douglas

Mediator | Parenting Coordinator | Family Law | Indiana
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Overview

Christine Douglas is an Indiana-based mediator, parenting coordinator, and family law practitioner with three decades of experience helping individuals and families resolve divorce, custody, and related family disputes.

Her practice focuses on guiding clients through complex and often emotionally charged matters using structured, resolution-oriented approaches. With experience as a mediator, guardian ad litem, and collaborative professional, she helps families identify practical solutions—often beyond traditional legal outcomes—that support long-term stability.

Christine’s background as a litigator, combined with her commitment to alternative dispute resolution, allows her to provide clients with clear options and a pathway to resolve disputes efficiently, privately, and constructively.
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Mediation Approach

Christine’s approach emphasizes thoughtful analysis and individualized solutions, recognizing that no two family situations are alike.

She focuses on:
• Identifying practical and non-adversarial solutions
• Exploring options beyond litigation
• Supporting informed, client-driven decision-making
• Reducing unnecessary conflict and cost

Her work is grounded in the belief that many disputes can be resolved more effectively outside of the courtroom.
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Professional Background

Christine has extensive experience representing clients throughout the Indianapolis metropolitan area and across Indiana in a wide range of family law matters.

She is a Certified Family Law Specialist by the Family Law Certification Board of the Indiana State Bar Association and has been recognized by Martindale-Hubbell with its AV-Preeminent rating for legal ability and ethical standards.

Christine is also a frequent lecturer on family law topics at both the local and national level and has completed the American Bar Association’s Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute.
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Approach to Resolution

Christine believes that while all families face challenges, not all disputes require litigation. Her work is focused on helping clients make informed decisions and resolve conflicts in a way that aligns with their family’s unique needs—often avoiding the expense and disruption of court proceedings.
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Mediation Areas