Julie Ralhan, Founder and Principal Mediator, Elevated Mediation, obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from York University in 1999, a Bachelor of Laws from Osgoode Hall Law School in 2002, and was called to the Bar of Ontario in 2003. Julie then practiced family law with a focus on child-related issues for two decades in various contexts, including as legal counsel for the Children’s Aid Society of Hamilton, and subsequently as a lawyer for parents, grandparents and other family members in Children’s Aid Society cases.Julie cares deeply about the wellbeing of families, and is pleased to offer elder and caregiver mediation, as well as apology guidance and restorative peacemaking services. Julie’s approach and philosophy as a mediator is to recognize that conflict can be profoundly painful for all involved. Individuals may be experiencing stress, grief and fear in relation to the issues with which they are being confronted. Historical family/relational dynamics and grievances may also exacerbate the conflict. Julie believes in speaking the truth with dignity, and seeks to equip and encourage individuals to find new ways to meaningfully redeem and resolve conflict.