James Judge

James Judge brings decades of expertise as a family dispute resolution practitioner and accredited mediator, focusing on helping clients navigate complex disputes across various domains. As the director of Mediation Canberra, James delivers comprehensive mediation and conflict resolution services tailored to meet the unique needs of families and businesses alike. His ability to facilitate structured, calm, and safe conversations transforms entrenched conflicts into durable agreements. His approach is underscored by a commitment to delivering timely, effective resolutions, such as fixed-fee parenting and property mediation and Section 60I assessments. James's experience extends beyond family settings, offering workplace mediation and leadership conflict coaching to address challenges like bullying, team breakdowns, and workplace safety obligations. His tenure at James Judge & Associates laid the groundwork for his extensive practice, focusing on workplace conflict and leadership advisory services. James also contributed significantly to academia as an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Canberra, where he developed courses in dispute resolution and negotiation. His diverse career includes roles such as Head of Public Sector at Steople Group, where he expanded business operations across governmental and educational institutions, and Deputy Registrar at the ACT Magistrates Court, mediating critical applications concerning Family Violence and Personal Protection Orders. James's business acumen is further demonstrated through his leadership roles in organisations like Performance Enablement Partners and The Donington Group. With a Bachelor of Laws from UNSW and a background in Archaeology and Philosophy from the Australian National University, James's career is marked by an impressive blend of legal, academic, and commercial experiences that uniquely position him to foster positive outcomes for his clients.