Brenda Dancil-Jones

Founder | Dancil-Jones Mediation Services, LLC

For more than a decade, Brenda Dancil-Jones has been dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate some of life’s most difficult conflicts with clarity, dignity, and care. She believes mediation is more than a dispute-resolution process — it is an opportunity to foster understanding, restore respect, and create meaningful, workable solutions.

Brenda’s path to professional mediation began through her leadership in her faith community, where she supported couples in crisis as they worked to find common ground and preserve their relationships. That experience revealed the transformative power of structured, compassionate dialogue and solidified her commitment to guiding people through conflict in ways that empower them to shape their own resolutions.

Today, through Dancil-Jones Mediation Services, LLC, Brenda provides neutral, impartial mediation services with a strong child-focused approach. She works with families to reduce conflict, strengthen communication, and develop agreements that protect children’s well-being while preserving workable family relationships.

Brenda approaches each mediation with patience, preparation, and professionalism — creating a safe, structured environment where participants can move from conflict toward resolution.

Her philosophy is simple but powerful...

"I am convinced that every individual deserves to be heard, respected, and empowered to shape their own destiny. My role is not to dictate outcomes, but to guide conversations that foster mutually beneficial agreements." ~Brenda

Professional Experience

With more than ten years of hands-on mediation experience, Brenda has worked with diverse clients facing a wide range of conflicts. Her background includes:

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Faith-Based Mediation: Providing mediation services to couples experiencing marital crises, helping them work through difficult issues with compassion and confidentiality.

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Separation and Divorce Mediation: Guiding couples through the emotional and practical challenges of separation and divorce, focusing on fair agreements regarding property division, support, and other critical matters.

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Co-Parenting Dispute Resolution: Helping parents develop effective co-parenting plans that prioritize the well-being of their children while respecting each parent's rights and responsibilities.

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Family Conflict Mediation: Facilitating issues ranging from sibling disputes to intergenerational conflicts, resulting in conversations that restore relationships and create lasting peace within families.

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Community Volunteer Work: Volunteering as a co-mediator with the Montgomery County Office of Human Rights, addressing a variety of community disputes and expanding access to conflict resolution services.

Court-Approved Family Mediator

Brenda is approved as a family mediator in multiple Maryland jurisdictions:

Cecil County

Charles County

Harford County

Howard County

Prince Georges County

Baltimore City

What does court approval mean? Being court-approved as a family mediator means I have met rigorous training and experience requirements set by Maryland's judicial system. It ensures that I am qualified to handle complex family law matters and that any agreements reached through mediation can be submitted to the court for approval and enforcement.

Approach to Mediation

Brenda's mediation philosophy is rooted in respect, empathy, and empowerment. She creates a safe and structured environment where all parties feel comfortable expressing their concerns and exploring solutions.

Creating Safe, Respectful Environments: Every mediation session begins with establishing ground rules that promote mutual respect and constructive dialogue.

Ensuring All Voices Are Heard: Facilitation of balanced conversations occurs where each person has the opportunity to share their perspective without interruption or judgment.

Focusing on Solutions and Future Cooperation: Rather than dwelling on past grievances, participants are guided toward forward-thinking solutions that meet everyone's needs.

Maintaining Neutrality and Confidentiality: As a neutral third party, the mediator does not take sides or impose their own opinions. Everything discussed in mediation remains confidential.

Empowering Participants to Make Their Own Decisions: Unlike a judge or arbitrator, the Mediator doesn't make decisions for you. She empowers you to reach agreements that work for your unique situation.

"Mediation is not about winning or losing—it's about finding common ground and building a path forward together."

Community Service & Volunteer Work

Montgomery County Office of Human Rights

Brenda is proud to volunteer with the Montgomery County Office of Human Rights, where she serves as a co-mediator for community disputes. This work has allowed her to give back to her community while helping individuals and organizations resolve conflicts in a constructive, cost-effective manner.

Faith Community Leadership

Involvement in faith-based mediation has been deeply rewarding for Brenda. For years, she has served in leadership roles within her church community, providing confidential mediation services to couples and families navigating difficult transitions. This work reinforced her commitment to making conflict resolution accessible to all.

Commitment to Accessible Conflict Resolution

Brenda believes that everyone deserves access to quality mediation services, regardless of their financial situation. She works with clients to offer flexible payment options and ensure that cost is never a barrier to resolving important disputes.

About Brenda Dancil-Jones