Ms. Houston was my rule 31 mediator in 3/2017 for my divorce. Mediation in divorce is mandatory in TN. I paid for 1/2 of her 450.00 fee. The rules of a rule 31 mediator is to be unbiased toward either party. As a father who loves his children I sought for 50/50 custody of my children as I think this is best for the children and parents barring proven abuse. Her first comment to me was I was wasting my time asking for equal custody. That mothers were better caretakers than fathers. Wouldn't that solely depend on who the mother was? I then brought up the fact that 70 % of convicted felons come from homes where the mother had sole custody. Her response was I read too many internet articles. She then laughed conversing with opposing counsel at the actions of a judge who had ignored the rule of law concerning divorce. I obtained shared custody of my children through alot of financial sacrifice. If I had it to do over I would do it again. Toward the end of the session she told me more than once she would like to get me into court. Ms. Houston is very intelligent. Sadly she couldnt leave her bias out of the proceeding. If you are female I would strongly recommend her as counsel. If you are male I would ask you read the above true story and decide for yourself. At the time of the mediation I was still recovering from 2 types of cancer. The whole ordeal caused me pain and distress.

Lisa was my lawyer several years ago, I was going for joint custody of my children. I was very upset in court because of lies that were said and got upset several times because I love my children dearly. Finally I shut my mouth like Lisa advised me too and let her fight for me. She won joint custody for me she was very professional and knowledgeable.