Law Offices and Mediation Center of Susan M. Edmonson

The Law Offices and Mediation Center of Susan M. Edmonson represents a distinctive approach to family law practice: a small, boutique firm that prioritizes personalized attention, mediation expertise, and genuine understanding of each client's unique circumstances. Founded and led by Susan M. Edmonson, a board-certified family law specialist, the firm has carved out a niche as Galveston County's premier mediation-focused family law practice.

Susan M. Edmonson is board certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction of exceptional significance. In a state with over 100,000 attorneys, fewer than 1,000 achieve board certification in family law. This rare credential reflects Susan's extensive knowledge, proven expertise, and unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professional practice. Her board certification represents not a credential earned once and forgotten, but a continuing commitment to excellence and professional development in the family law field.

What makes Susan's practice unique is her emphasis on mediation as a path to family law resolution. Rather than assuming that all divorces must devolve into contentious litigation, Susan recognizes that many disputes can be resolved through skilled mediation. Mediation offers significant advantages over traditional litigation: it typically takes less time than court proceedings, often costs substantially less, and reduces the emotional toll on families. Perhaps most importantly, mediation is a collaborative process where both parties maintain greater control over the outcome, rather than leaving decisions to a judge. By reducing stress and animosity, mediation often helps families preserve important relationships—particularly important when children are involved.

Susan's practice focuses on helping clients resolve legal disputes through mediation across multiple practice areas. Her expertise in family law mediation is complemented by experience in probate mediation and civil mediation, allowing her to serve as a neutral mediator for various types of legal disputes. This broader mediation background means that Susan brings sophisticated conflict resolution skills to every case.

The firm's family law services encompass the full spectrum of divorce and family law matters, from litigation when mediation is not appropriate to representation in contested custody and support disputes. The firm handles child custody, child support, spousal support, property division, and other matters integral to divorce. When litigation becomes necessary, Susan brings both her mediation expertise and litigation skills to protect clients' interests vigorously in court.

What truly distinguishes the Law Offices and Mediation Center is its boutique size and personalized approach. Rather than being a large firm where clients are shuffled among associates and paralegals, this small practice ensures that Susan maintains close involvement with each client's matter. Susan recognizes that every family's situation is unique, with particular needs, values, and goals. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach, Susan takes time to understand each client's specific circumstances and to develop legal strategies tailored to their particular situation.

The firm is conveniently located at 1411 39th Street, Suite B, in Galveston, with business hours Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (closing at 3:00 PM on Fridays). This convenient downtown location makes the firm accessible to clients throughout Galveston County and surrounding areas.

For families in Galveston County seeking a skilled family law attorney who emphasizes creative problem-solving, mediation expertise, and personalized attention, the Law Offices and Mediation Center of Susan M. Edmonson offers an outstanding choice. Susan's board certification, her specialization in mediation services, her understanding that each family's situation is unique, and her commitment to providing small-firm personalized service make her an invaluable resource during family law transitions. Whether clients seek to resolve disputes through mediation or require litigation representation, Susan Edmonson brings both skill and compassion to every matter.