Meet the Mediation Team at CCHA Law

At Church Church Hittle + Antrim (CCHA Law), we know that not every dispute belongs in a courtroom. And that good lawyers need good lawyers.

We’re not looking for your clients’ business; we want your business, and we’ve built a team of mediators that lawyers trust.

That’s why our dedicated Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) team provides a trusted, cost-effective alternative for attorneys and their clients throughout Indiana.

Our team is standing by to assist when you need us on your side. With a team of over 60 attorneys and 40 professional staff members bringing more than 100 years of combined industry experience, we offer trusted support in a full range of ADR services, helping parties move forward efficiently, respectfully, and collaboratively.

Whether you're navigating a civil dispute, business conflict, or family law matter, CCHA Law offers a better path to resolution.

*Pictured above are 4 of our 8 mediators.

Comprehensive Mediation and ADR Services We Provide

CCHA Law’s mediation team offers a range of alternative dispute resolution options. We can assist you in any of the following areas:

Mediation. Mediation is an informal and non-adversarial process by which the Mediator assists the disputing parties in reaching a mutually acceptable agreement. We have a number of qualified Mediators ready to assist you.

Arbitration. Arbitration is a process in which a neutral third person or a panel designated by the parties, considers the facts and arguments presented by the parties and renders a decision. The decision may be binding or non-binding.

Mini-trials. A mini-trial is a settlement process in which each side presents a highly abbreviated summary of its case to “senior officials” who are authorized to settle the case. We have experienced individuals to assist you in your mini-trial.

Summary Jury Trials. A summary jury trial is an abbreviated trial with a jury in which the litigants present their evidence expeditiously. The parties and the jury are guided by a neutral serving in the capacity of presiding judge. Let us explain how this ADR method can save you time and money and get your case resolved.

Private Judges. This is a process in which the litigants agree to employ a private judge to resolve a pending lawsuit. The private judge must be a former judge. This process can be utilized to resolve cases founded upon contract or tort law. Experience does matter and we have the experience that will make the difference.

Optional Early Mediation. ADR Rule 8 allows parties to voluntarily resolve their disputes prior to initiating litigation. Find out more about this early resolution opportunity by contacting us.

Christian Conciliation - Christian Conciliation is a process for reconciling people and resolving disputes out of court in a biblical manner. The process is conciliatory rather than adversarial in nature which encourages honest communication and reasonable cooperation rather than unnecessary contention and advocacy. General information on Christian Conciliation can be found here.

Meet Our Mediation Team

Steven David

Steve David mediates civil and family law cases.

Contact Steven at sdavid@cchalaw.com and learn more about his work here.

Emily Schmale

Emily Schmale mediates family law cases, including dissolutions, custody matters, and post-dissolution disputes.

Contact Emily at eschmale@cchalaw.com and learn more about her work here.

Douglas Church

Doug Church mediates a wide range of legal matters, including complex and multi-party litigation.

Contact Doug at dchurch@cchalaw.com and learn more about his work here.

Leslie Craig Henderzahs

Leslie Henderzahs mediates family law cases.

Contact Leslie at henderzahs@cchalaw.com and learn more about her work here.

Amy Matthews

Amy A. Matthews provides mediation services for both civil and family law cases and has been trained by the CIACP in Collaborative Practice.

Contact Amy at amatthews@cchalaw.com and learn more about her work here.

Libby Roberts

Libby Roberts mediates civil law cases.

Contact Libby at lroberts@cchalaw.com and learn more about her work here.

Eric Douthit

Eric Douthit mediates business, partnership, and real estate disputes.

Contact Eric at edouthit@cchalaw.com and learn more about his work here.

Kevin Smith

Kevin Smith mediates all civil cases and is a Certified Christian Conciliator©.

Contact Kevin at ksmith@cchalaw.com and learn more about his work here.

What Makes CCHA Law’s Mediation Team Stand Out?

Our mediators bring decades of combined legal experience across a wide variety of practice areas. What sets us apart?

• Neutral and professional facilitation: We ensure every party is heard, valued, and respected.
  
  

• Creative problem-solving: We guide clients toward solutions that litigation may not offer.
  
  

• Time and cost savings: Mediation is faster and more affordable than a drawn-out trial.
  
  

Convenient access: With seven locations across Indiana and flexible scheduling options, we make ADR easy to coordinate.

*Pictured above are 4 of our 8 mediators.

Connect with Our Mediation Team

Ready to schedule your preferred mediation or ADR service?

Contact Camilla Jones, our Mediation and ADR Practice Group Administrator, who can assist in coordinating with our team members.

Have questions about which ADR format is best for your situation?

Reach out to Steven David for guidance on the process and what might be the best fit for your case.

Whether you're an attorney looking for a reliable mediation partner or a client seeking resolution, our team is here to help.