Navigating Divorce Mediation: A Discussion with Talaiya Safdar

Law Firm Accelerator

In this episode of Law Firm Accelerator, we talk with Talaiya Safdar, a divorce attorney and mediation specialist based in New York City. Talaiya shares her experience in carving out a niche in mediation while working in the challenging field of matrimonial law. She highlights the importance of being selective with clients and how alternative dispute resolution can lead to better outcomes for families.

Talaiya discusses her transition from traditional litigation to mediation, a move that has benefited both her clients and her practice. She offers practical tips on building a reputation, the power of networking, and maintaining strong client relationships. She also addresses the challenges of balancing court cases with mediation, emphasizing the role of mindfulness and active listening in her approach.

Talaiya talks about the pitfalls of accepting every client and the importance of knowing when to say no. She shares how she gradually shifted her practice toward the cases she’s passionate about and how outsourcing tasks helped her focus on her strengths. For attorneys looking to specialize or explore mediation, Talaiya’s insights on building a practice with intention are invaluable. This episode offers actionable advice for law professionals at any stage of their career.

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