Deirdre McCarthy Gallagher, Esq.
Educator
Mediator
Washington, DC, United States
With over two decades of professional experience, this neutral specializes in resolving multi-party disputes and organizational conflicts. Her background includes serving as a mediator and facilitator for federal agencies, educational institutions, and private corporations. She has extensive expertise in managing high-stakes negotiations involving environmental regulations, employment matters, and public policy issues.
A highly specialized neutral focused on organizational health, multi-party public policy, and higher education disputes using a facilitative and evaluative hybrid approach.
Combines a legal background with a Master of Science in Conflict Analysis and Resolution to address both the legal and interpersonal dimensions of disputes.
She is recognized for her ability to navigate highly emotional and technically complex environments with a calm, structured approach that fosters consensus among diverse stakeholders.