DSA mediation

At DSA Mediation, we firmly believe in the uniqueness of each case and the individuals we serve. Recognizing the diverse interests involved, we emphasize the importance of finding tailored solutions. Our facilitative approach empowers parties to make their own decisions in a structured process that respects all participants, ensuring their voices are heard.

Our mediation style is adaptable to the preferences of the parties. Some cases benefit from a more hands-on, evaluative process, and with years of legal experience representing individuals in claims, lawsuits, and appeals, we can provide a nuanced evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of cases concerning legal positions.

Our dedication lies in helping parties achieve a settlement. As a neutral third party, we are committed to treating all parties fairly and with respect throughout the process.

Ultimately, at DSA Mediation, we believe in empowering the parties involved to decide the end result.

 Mediation Areas: 

• Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Disputes
• Labor & Employment Law Disputes
• Entertainment & Publishing Disputes
• Business & Contract Disputes
• And more!

Education:

Daco Auffenorde earned her J.D. from Cumberland School of Law in Birmingham, Alabama. She earned a Masters of Administrative Science and a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Alabama in Huntsville. She studied law internationally in Germany, England, and Canada.

Memberships:

• Registered Mediator with the Alabama Center For Dispute Resolution
• Registered Mediator with the Alabama Judicial System, Appellate Mediation Office
• Member of the American Bar Association's Section of Dispute Resolution
• Member of the Alabama State Bar Dispute Resolution Section 
• Member of the Alabama State Bar
• Member of the Huntsville-Madison County Bar

Experience:

• Summer intern with the Circuit Court in Birmingham, Alabama.
• Partner in the law firm of Auffenorde & Auffenorde, P.C. in Huntsville, Alabama.

Entertainment:

• Award-winning fiction author who has published novels and short stories.