Resolve disputes amicably
with an accredited mediator and family lawyer
Compassionate, lawyer-led virtual mediation for Alberta families — available daytime, evenings, and weekends to fit your schedule.
Secure video sessions — no travel, no courthouse.
Serving families across the entire province.
Flexible scheduling that works around your life.
Tailored, compassionate mediation for every family.
Our team, led by skilled family lawyer Jana de Waal, is dedicated to resolving family matters efficiently and compassionately — providing the knowledge and insight that non-lawyer mediators and paralegals simply cannot match.
Our services are specifically designed for parties seeking an effective and affordable resolution.
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Why choose Stokes Law Mediation?
Your mediator is a skilled family lawyer, capable of providing legal guidance as part of the mediation process — at no additional cost.
Affordable & Transparent
Clear hourly rates with no hidden costs — significantly more affordable than traditional litigation.
Empathetic Guidance
Led by family lawyer Jana de Waal, each mediation is tailored to your unique circumstances.
Efficient Process
A streamlined intake-to-agreement flow designed to resolve matters quickly and amicably.
Flexible Scheduling
Virtual sessions with full day, half day, evening, and weekend options to fit your life.
Private & Confidential
A safe, neutral space where sensitive matters can be discussed without public exposure.
Choose the mediation approach that fits you
A cost-effective, efficient, and supportive approach for self-represented parties. Our mediators provide neutral guidance — ensuring a balanced, fair discussion where all perspectives are heard — empowering you to craft solutions that work best for your situation.
Counsel-assisted mediation allows parties to engage in the process with the support of their legal advisors. Agreements reached are comprehensive, legally sound, and tailored to your unique situation.
Jana de Waal — Mediator, ADR Counsel
"As a family law mediator, I am committed to facilitating conversations that prioritize understanding and cooperation. I create a safe space for families to explore options and build agreements that reflect their unique needs."
Motivated by a desire to guide individuals through life's most challenging moments, Jana works across all facets of family law — divorce, child and spousal support, parenting disputes, guardianship, and property division. She is committed to collaborative solutions and is currently completing her Masters of Law in Dispute Resolution.
- LL.M. Dispute Resolution — Osgoode Hall (2025)
- Juris Doctor — University of Calgary (2019)
- B.J. Hons. Political Science — King's College
- Law Society of Alberta (Called 2020)
- Association of Women Lawyers
- Alberta Family Lawyers Association
- Calgary Bar Association
What our clients say
"Jana de Waal was fantastic and I would recommend her for anyone looking for a mediator. We achieved more in 3 hours than the previous 3 months trying to negotiate things on our own. Money WELL spent."
"I am extremely pleased with the service Jana has provided. Very professional and knowledgeable in the law. I would be comfortable recommending her to anyone."
"I am extremely grateful for the exceptional legal advice and support I received from Jana during my mediation. Her expertise helped me achieve exactly what I wanted."
See our latest posts
Virtual Mediation – Resolving Disputes Without Leaving Home
Separation and divorce are stressful enough without navigating Alberta's crowded court system. Virtual mediation lets families resolve disputes from the comfort of home — avoiding long delays, expensive legal bills, and the emotional toll of court.
Why Alberta Families Need Affordable Alternatives to Court
Court battles are stressful, time-consuming, and financially devastating. In Alberta, a five-day family law trial can cost more than $44,000 — more than an entire year's salary for many. Mediation offers a sustainable alternative.
Mediation First – A Smarter Way to Resolve Family Disputes
Alberta courts now require families to try alternative dispute resolution before proceeding with a court application. It's not just another step — it's an opportunity to resolve issues faster, more affordably, and with far less stress.
Amicably Yours, Jana
Conversations on resolving family matters with cooperation, clarity, and care — straight from a working family lawyer and mediator.
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