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Bathabile Mthombeni

Mediator
Binghamton, NY, United States

About

With over a decade of professional experience, this practitioner specializes in addressing complex interpersonal and organizational conflicts. Her background includes serving as an University Ombudsman and a mediator for various legal and community programs. She focuses on inclusive practices and trauma-informed approaches to help parties navigate difficult conversations and reach sustainable agreements.

Practice Areas

Civil Rights Community & Social Education Employment & Labor Family Law & Divorce International & Cross-Border

Professional Experience

Founder and Principal
Untangled Resolutions
University Ombudsman
Binghamton University
Mediator
New York State Unified Court System
Adjunct Professor
Binghamton University
Mediator
Community Dispute Resolution Centers

Publications Leadership

  • Speaker on topics of equity, inclusion, and conflict management in higher education
  • Facilitator of workshops on trauma-informed mediation and inclusive leadership
  • Contributor to professional discussions regarding the role of the Ombudsman in institutional settings

Positioning Takeaways

This professional is a highly educated neutral with Ivy League credentials who integrates legal expertise with psychological insights to resolve workplace and community disputes.

License & Certifications

  • New York State Bar Admission
  • Certified Mediator
  • New York State Unified Court System
  • Certified Professional Coach (CPC)
  • International Coaching Federation (ICF) Member

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)
Columbia Law School
Master of Science (MS) in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
Columbia University
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology and African-American Studies
Princeton University

Distinction

Combines a deep legal background with advanced conflict resolution theory and professional coaching to provide a holistic, trauma-informed approach to dispute resolution.

Reputation

Known for a calm, empathetic, and highly analytical approach, she is recognized for her ability to facilitate dialogue in high-tension environments and for her commitment to equity and inclusion.