Oakland Mediator
Disputes can feel overwhelming, but conflict resolution doesn’t require a courtroom. Alice Shikina provides perceptive, empathetic mediation in Oakland, San Francisco and beyond, helping individuals, families, and organizations navigate these situations amicably and reach lasting agreements.
Address:
667 31st Street, Oakland, CA 94609
Phone:
(415) 793-8729
Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 12:00pm
Sunday: Closed
Conflict Resolution with Alice Shikina
Whether you are navigating a high-stakes divorce, facing a difficult employment disagreement, or resolving a property conflict, Alice brings deep emotional intelligence and structured negotiation strategies to every session. She works with both parties to unpack complex issues, foster clear communication, and craft mutually agreeable solutions out of court.
on Yelp
“I had the opportunity to meet Alice Shikina of Shikina Mediation and was immediately impressed by her empathy and professionalism. She has a rare ability to help people navigate challenging and emotional conversations while maintaining calm and clarity.
For those who may be considering separation or divorce but are not yet ready to speak with an attorney, Alice offers a safe and structured way to explore your options and work toward resolution. Her own life experiences give her a deep understanding of what her clients are going through, and she genuinely cares about helping people reach fair and respectful outcomes.
Even if you are simply curious about how mediation can help, I would highly recommend starting with a conversation with Alice.”
– Jessie C
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“Bringing Alice Shikina in to support our team through conflict resolution coaching was a game-changer. Her approach was practical, approachable, and immediately impactful.
Employees appreciated how relevant and applicable her coaching was, and I appreciated how easy she was to partner with. Alice made the process seamless – she is organized, responsive, and aligned her work with our values from day one. I recommend Alice without hesitation.”
– CSG Justice Center Human Resources
“Alice was amazing! She helped us mediate a complex owner move-in with a tenant who was very resistant and unwilling to communicate with us. She dealt with me very professionally despite me being on edge and helped keep me relaxed throughout the (very short) process. At the end, we got a signed Judgement which all parties agreed to, which means we are legally entitled to move in to our property on the agreed upon date.
Honestly, you should 100% contact Alice before talking to ANY lawyers! A lawyer will bill you 10 minutes for every email. Alice’s prices were very reasonable – don’t spend a dime on a lawyer until you talk with Alice.”
– Daniel A.
Why Choose Alice as Your Oakland Mediator?
- Insightful Communication: Leverages high emotional intelligence and active listening to uncover core needs and break through impasses.
- Cost & Time Efficiency: Avoid rising attorney fees and lengthy court dockets by resolving matters in weeks rather than years.
- Creative, Custom Solutions: Court judgments are rigid. Mediation allows both parties to craft flexible, win-win agreements tailored to their lives.
- Complete Confidentiality: Keep sensitive family, financial, or business matters entirely out of the public record.
Frequently Asked Questions
General & Getting Started
Mediation is completely voluntary. Alice offers a free initial consultation where we can discuss strategies and constructive approaches for inviting the other party into the process.
We offer both in-person sessions at our East Bay location and convenient, secure virtual sessions via Zoom.
Attorneys act as adversarial advocates for one side. As a neutral mediator, Alice works with both parties simultaneously to facilitate constructive communication, control costs, and guide everyone toward a mutually acceptable resolution.
Alice handles high-conflict disputes across Oakland and the East Bay, specializing in divorce and family matters, workplace and employment conflicts, and landlord/tenant disagreements.
Divorce & Family Mediation
You can schedule a free, confidential initial consultation directly through our online booking calendar. Alice will review your situation, explain the divorce mediation timeline, and outline the best steps for moving forward.
Employment & Workplace Disputes
Unlike public court litigation or formal administrative proceedings, private mediation through Shikina Mediation keeps all financial terms, performance discussions, and internal settlement agreements strictly confidential.
Shikina Mediation provides streamlined employment dispute resolution designed to settle workplace conflicts—including partner disputes, executive friction, and employee grievances—in weeks rather than months, keeping your business moving forward smoothly.
Landlord & Tenant Disputes
Hiring opposing attorneys for housing or eviction disputes often leads to thousands of dollars in legal fees and months of court congestion. Mediation offers a cost-effective alternative where both parties share the expense of a single neutral mediator to settle disputes in a fraction of the time.
For property owners and tenants seeking fast, fair resolutions regarding lease terms, property damage, or habitability issues, Alice Shikina provides direct, neutral mediation that helps both sides reach enforceable agreements without prolonged legal delays.
Thank you Alice!
I sought mediation with Alice with my kids' coparent after it became clear that therapy was no longer the best option. We needed a swift solution that kept emotional processing out of the equation. We were hesitant to choose mediation due to the increased cost, but the effective nature of the meeting combined with Alice's compassionate ground rules and concise guidance made finding a solution surprisingly easy and fast. We entered our first meeting with Alice feeling like we couldn't communicate or compromise and left with a solution, a signed agreement, a plan for the future AND feeling like we both won. I highly recommend Alice Shikina and will definitely be using her mediation services again.
