Wage & Hour
Wage and hour disputes can be highly acrimonious and technical. Fortunately, they can be resolved through mediation, allowing parties to avoid the cost and uncertainty of litigation. Mae’s extensive experience working with the healthcare and restaurant industries makes her uniquely qualified to help parties resolve disputes involving unpaid overtime, meal and rest break violations, and related wage claims. Her mediation style blends evaluative and facilitative approaches, allowing her to adapt to what each case requires. A trained negotiation and dispute resolution practitioner, Mae brings years of experience in wage and hour litigation to every mediation she leads.
Divorce
Divorce and co-parenting disputes can be highly charged, making it difficult for parties to resolve conflict on their own. When emotions run high and spouses or co-parents are entrenched in their positions, they need a third-party neutral who can see the situation objectively and guide them toward a resolution that works for everyone involved — including any children affected. Mae is trained in high-conflict mediation and creates a safe space where divorcing spouses and co-parents can be heard, work through difficult emotions, and reach agreements on the issues that matter most — from custody and parenting time to the financial and practical details of moving forward separately.
Partnership
Partnership disputes can be highly charged, especially when the conflict threatens a business that partners have spent years building together. When emotions run high and partners are entrenched in their positions, they need a third-party neutral who can see the situation objectively and guide them toward a resolution that protects both the business and the working relationship. Mae understands the importance of providing a safe space and protecting the privacy of everyone involved. She takes pride in being a focused and tenacious mediator who helps business partners and co-founders resolve disputes related to equity, compensation, decision-making authority, and the future of the partnership itself.
Landlord-Tenant
Mediation is often the best path forward for disputes between landlords and tenants. Mae has helped landlords, tenants, homeowners, Homeowners Associations (HOAs), and roommates resolve disputes before they escalate into contentious and costly litigation.
Whether the dispute involves security deposits, property damage, lease violations, habitability concerns, or HOA rule enforcement, Mae brings the experience and neutrality needed to help both parties reach a resolution that holds — without the time, expense, and uncertainty of going to court.
Workplace
Workplace mediation is a specialized conflict resolution process designed to address and resolve disputes between employees, managers, and teams. A neutral third-party mediator facilitates discussions between the parties involved, helping them explore the underlying issues, understand each other’s perspectives, and work collaboratively toward a mutually acceptable solution.
The goal of workplace mediation is to restore and strengthen day-to-day working relationships — improving communication, rebuilding trust, and preventing conflicts from escalating in ways that damage morale, productivity, and team cohesion.
Workplace mediation applies to a wide range of conflicts, including disagreements between coworkers, tension between management and staff, harassment or discrimination claims, and unresolved issues within teams. The process is confidential, which encourages open, honest communication without fear of repercussions, and it is typically far more cost-effective and efficient than litigation, HR escalation, or prolonged internal disputes.
Beyond resolving the immediate conflict, workplace mediation equips employees and managers with the tools to navigate future disagreements constructively — helping organizations build a more respectful, collaborative, and resilient workplace culture.
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Mae Villanueva works with individuals and organizations involved in wage and hour, employment, construction, and landlord-tenant disputes. She is a qualified mediator who uses her skills to establish mutual understanding and assist parties crafting sustainable solutions amenable to all parties involved.