In July of 2010, I participated in MWI's 40 hour mediation training program to learn the skills to become a mediator, and then in April of 2011 I participated in MWI's three-day divorce mediation training. Both series of trainings far exceeded my expectations -- this was the best professional development I've had in my career. MWI's mediators and trainers are smart, dynamic, and most importantly effective. To date I have mediated 5 cases with MWI and I am now expanding my services to include divorce and marital mediation. Quite simply, MWI's stellar reputation is deserved. If you want to learn more about receiving mediation services or participating in a training, contact MWI and tell them you were referred by Ben S. I recommend you contact Josh at MWI at 617-973-9739 x23 or jhoch@mwi.org. Remember to tell him you heard great things from Ben - he will appreciate the connection. read more

I have participated in several basic and advanced mediation trainings and internships in several locations in Boston and Cambridge. I strongly recommend MWI. Josh and Marcus provide well-organized, thoughtful workshops at the Liberty Square location. The case scenarios are designed to elicit deep analysis. I have observed Josh providing valuable feedback to new mediators. His internship program at a divorce court provides an excellent opportunities to learn both skills and law. Josh is generous with his time; he is always available to provide professional mentoring. In addition to providing formal mediation training opportunities, Josh has also created a community where mediators receive ongoing professional development and networking. He offers a monthly lecture series in which participants hear about fascinating topics, such as neurobiology. Josh goes 'above and beyond'. read more

MWI provided very rapid response after we contacted them and initiated the mediation only a few days after we spoke to them. We had a French speaking requirement and MWI provided us with a mediator who could speak excellent French. The mediation took a few weeks but I felt that the mediator was on top of the case and helped finalize a mutually beneficial Memorandum of Understanding. After the Mediation was completed, Josh H, from MWI was a great resource of help to put the Divorce file together and make sure that filing went smoothly. I am strongly recommending MWI in a divorce mediation process. It did take several hours of negotiation but at the end of the day, it is 10 time cheaper than involving lawyers and have both parties fight. read more

It has been a difficult year for me, given my wife's decision to be divorced from me. We heard about mediation from a friend who used MWI. After meeting with a mediator there, we decided to have them help us make our divorce official. We feel very lucky to have been referred to MWI because the experience wasn't as bad as I thought and it left my wife and I on very good terms. We finished a few months ago and we are now working together much better on raising our daughter than when we were married. If you don't know about mediation, I suggest you look into it. read more

Josh was a Godsend, guiding us with great skill and compassion through the divorce process. The office was beautiful and peaceful, steps form the State Street T stop, and Josh did everything he could to make us feel comfortable and at ease. We also took the court mandated parenting class offered at MWI, which was surprisingly helpful. After a few months of mediations, my ex and I were ready to go to court with our Separation Agreement. I was happy that it was over in a relatively short amount of time and the whole thing cost less than $4,000. read more

I went to MWI for divorce mediation. We didn't have much to divide but the mediator helped us do everything so we could file for divorce. It was better than I expected. We met with Josh three times and he made the process easy and enjoyable given the situation. Even though our situation was easier than most, I am now reassured that we did everything correctly. I would highly recommend going to MWI for divorce and have already referred two friends read more

Josh Hoch worked with me on a mediation. I found Josh to be professional, patient and thorough. He took time to explain things clearly and answer all questions. He definitely wanted to make sure I understood all aspects of the mediation. Josh has a very calm, competent demeanor which helped guide me through what could have been a stressful situation. I would recommend him highly to anyone looking for this type of service. read more

My partner and I were never married but after 12 years together we needed to discuss separating our joint accounts, the house and our debt. The mediator was great. He helped us create the terms of our agreement and made the situation better than it could have been. We found the service professional and helpful and would recommend it to others. read more