Kathleen Straub

Kathleen is a leading international family mediator based in London, with particular expertise in cross-border family disputes and international relocation cases.

Dual-qualified as a solicitor in England and Germany, Kathleen brings unique expertise to cases involving international elements. She regularly mediates cases involving families with connections to multiple countries and is experienced in matters relating to the Hague Convention on International Child Abduction.

Kathleen’s practice focuses on high-net-worth international families, often involving complex financial structures across multiple jurisdictions. She works with expatriate families, international business families, and those navigating the complexities of separation when parents wish to live in different countries.

“International family disputes require a mediator who understands different legal systems and cultural perspectives. I help families find solutions that work across borders.”

Kathleen offers mediation in English, German, and French, and regularly conducts remote mediation sessions with parties in different countries.