"A conflict occurs when ideas clash. A dispute is a failure to communicate mutual interest of ideas." -Karima Muhammad, Consultant

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SERVICES AREAS:

*Civil Mediation *Community Mediation *Workplace Mediation

*Islamic Family Mediation *Online Transactions/Social Media Disputes

*Attorney Support *Legal Research

Karima Muhammad, Consultant

Recipient 2009 “Mediator Courage” Award

People are always asking me, "What do you do?". Well, I help people solve their own problems.

A conflict occurs when ideas clash. A dispute is a failure to communicate mutual interest of ideas.

My Mission My Story

I am a professional mediator and paralegal who is also a practicing Muslim. I wear a face veil called a niqaab. You can imagine how some clients react when they see me.

However, after a conversation with me, clients forget about my appearance.

I wear the niqaab while working with clients as it is important my clients know that I am a real person, who cares about them.

In 1994, I started my journey in mediation as a result of community street violence. Many of my neighbor’s children were killed by drive-by shootings and gang rivalry. Becoming a trained mediator was my way of release from the pain of loss and helplessness.

I trained as a paralegal at a local law firm. It was my job to manage all the personal injury, family law, criminal and civil litigation cases. I truly enjoyed my job, however, I wanted more. I wanted to feel like I was making a difference in peoples lives. I wanted to make a greater impact in the community I lived in. Thus, I started my own mediation and independent paralegal firm.

My mission is to inspire, empower, and direct self-actualization of a peaceful existence and obtainment of potentialities in people who are stuck; as I help them resolve disputes, management conflicts, retain amicable relationships and reach desired goals. In essence, I help people to get beyond the conflict and dispute by directing activity toward mutual solutions to issues preventing them from moving forward.

We are not a law firm, nor are we attorneys. Therefore, we do not provide legal advice. We are a mediation and conflict management firm that assist in a variety of disputes in both civil and family matters.

We also provide paralegal services exclusively to licensed attorneys under the attorney’s direction and supervision.

Yes, my firm and I are different, unique in many ways. Our clients love our determination to get the job done. Our clients appreciate how we save them time and money by providing solutions and resources. After all, who knows conflict better than one who faces it every day.

Client Reviews

At this time where many firms promise to help and solve your issues, but you don’t get what it was told at the beginning, with Karima Muhammad you will feel the truthfulness beyond every word that is told and promised, and more than that you will feel she is caring as she is part of the family, and that’s what we need. - Nadim Tayeb

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The Karima Muhammad Firm had covered a wide range of mediations and has helped transform lives by helping clients through an orderly process to making better decisions about their disputes. I call her the "Mediation Doctor" because beyond the tense situation you may feel, once you are with this firm you will feel welcome and have professionals working with you to help resolve your conflict.- Lydia Willingham

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I looked for assistance in building a simple website to promote my business and was satisfied with the results that were achieved. - Naijah A.

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The Karima Muhammad Firm is prompt, professional and to the point.-Abdul-Shakoor

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If you're looking for a someone who is professional reliable and has the resources to fulfill your dispute resolution needs Karima Muhammad will get the job done! Appreciate your services, Karima. - Khadijah R.

FAQ

How did you get started doing this type of work?

I got started in mediation many years ago as a result of community violence that ended taking the lives of many youths. A community dispute resolution center had a mediation program in which I attended and received training.

Do you only provide services to Muslim communities?

No. I provide services to anyone in need; conflict is everywhere.

What type of clients do you work with?

I work with individuals, small businesses, attorneys and Masjid looking for specialized services.

Are you an attorney? Do you give legal advice?

I am NOT an attorney and I do not provide legal advice.

What advice would you give a client looking to hire a mediator?

Well, I would advise the client to look for the mediator's or paralegal's commitment to service. The provider should always be available by returning phone calls and emails. The provider should be skilled. The provider should be resourceful in finding answers when they don't know all the answer.

What should clients think about before talking to a mediator or paralegal about a project or case?

Clients should always think about desired outcomes, cost, and emotional involvement if they are not proactive in resolving a conflict or dispute.

Do you offer paralegal services to anyone?

No. Paralegal services are for licensed attorneys only.

Is your service confidential?

Yes. Our client's privacy is paramount to our business. Case information is confidential except allegations of abuse and threats of harm to self and/or others.

*Legal Disclaimer: We do not provide legal advice, nor do we provide paralegal services to the public. Our scope of services is mediation, conflict management, attorney support, and notary public. Paralegal services are provided to licensed attorneys and law firms exclusively. We Do Not provide paralegal services to the general public.