A Mediator for Today’s Complex Disputes
The Path to Resolution through Creative Collaboration
Experience, Education, and Publications
Melora brings over 20 years of legal and mediation experience, having served as an attorney in both public and private sectors. She currently leads Middle Path Mediation and works with the Office of Dispute Resolution, the Better Business Bureau, and The Conflict Center—facilitating conflict resolution and restorative justice circles across Colorado.
Her broad practice includes employment disputes, special education mediation, restorative justice facilitation, and diversity-focused workplace consulting.
Mediator, Office of Dispute Resolution
Colorado Judicial Branch
Arbitrator
Better Business Bureau
Restorative Justice Facilitator and Educator
The Conflict Center
Owner
Middle Path Mediation, LLC · Self-employed
Chair, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee of the ADR Section
Colorado Bar Association
Owner and Instructor
YogaMelora, LLC
Political Consultant; Employee Relations and Human Resources Consulting
Democratic National Committee
Lead Mediator
Court Mediation Services
Criminal Defense Consulting, Research and Writing
Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel
Instructor
CorePower Yoga
Attorney
The Bentz Law Office, LLC · Self-employed
Employment & Labor Litigator
The U.S. Postal Service
Adjunct Professor
The Metropolitan State College of Denver
Assistant Federal Public Defender
Office of the Federal Public Defender
Assistant Public Defender
South Carolina Office of Indigent Defense
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law - 1995 - 1998
Oberlin College
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law - 1990 - 1994
Legal Mediation Certification
The Colorado Bar Association
RYT-200 (Yoga)
CorePower Yoga
Certified EEO Investigator
EEOC
The De-biasing Effect of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity Mediator Training
Associations & Affiliations
Fusing Accountability with Compassion
The Middle Path Philosophy
Melora recognizes that everyone stumbles along the way. Through restorative practices, mindful listening, and structured dialogue, Middle Path Mediation seeks to illuminate misunderstandings, ensuring each voice is heard, valued, and respected.
By integrating yoga and somatic movement techniques, Melora encourages openness and empathy. This approach allows parties in conflict to move beyond reactivity and toward resolution. The “middle path” is the place where differences become opportunities for a shared journey toward harmony and progress.
What Middle Path Mediation Offers
Services & Specialization
Mediation & Conflict Management
Human Resources Consulting
Community Group Conferences for individuals harmed by or involved in crime. Circles that promote accountability, healing, and renewed community engagement
Restorative Justice & Restorative Practices Facilitation
Equity, Diversity & Inclusivity training. Strategic guidance for HR, political organizations, and nonprofits in creating inclusive, equitable workplaces
Testimonials - What they say?
Thanks to Melora’s expertise and dedication, our team is now functioning more cohesively, and we have seen a significant improvement in our collaborative efforts. We highly recommend Middle Path Mediation to any organization facing internal conflicts. Melora Bentz’s mediation skills are truly exceptional and were instrumental in helping us achieve success.
Thanks to Melora’s expertise and dedication, our team is now functioning more cohesively, and we have seen a significant improvement in our collaborative efforts. We highly recommend Middle Path Mediation to any organization facing internal conflicts. Melora Bentz’s mediation skills are truly exceptional and were instrumental in helping us achieve success.
Dynelle Tadlock Attorney
Dynelle Tadlock Attorney
Melora's ability to engage our employees was remarkable. Her dispassionate ethic, combined with her insightful and methodical approach, played a key role in resolving the conflicts and fostering a more collaborative environment. She brought a calm and professional demeanor to every session, creating a safe space for open and honest communication.
Melora's ability to engage our employees was remarkable. Her dispassionate ethic, combined with her insightful and methodical approach, played a key role in resolving the conflicts and fostering a more collaborative environment. She brought a calm and professional demeanor to every session, creating a safe space for open and honest communication.
Dynelle Tadlock Attorney
Dynelle Tadlock Attorney
We recently had the pleasure of working with Melora Bentz, proprietor of Middle Path Mediation, to address a challenging situation involving four employees from two departments struggling to collaborate effectively. As a nonprofit health care payer, it is crucial for our team to work harmoniously to meet our mission.
We recently had the pleasure of working with Melora Bentz, proprietor of Middle Path Mediation, to address a challenging situation involving four employees from two departments struggling to collaborate effectively. As a nonprofit health care payer, it is crucial for our team to work harmoniously to meet our mission.
Dynelle Tadlock Attorney
Dynelle Tadlock Attorney
Fusing Accountability with Compassion
A Mindful Approach to Conflict Resolution
Since 2019, Middle Path Mediation has embodied the idea that peaceful resolution and courageous accountability can coexist. Guided by Melora’s extensive background in criminal defense, civil rights, and restorative justice facilitation, the firm brings both experience and empathy to every conversation.
Melora believes that within every moment of conflict lies a chance for deeper connection. Her role is to guide individuals and organizations to the “middle path,” where bridges are built, misunderstandings are addressed, and transformation becomes possible.
Discover the Middle Path
Conflict is inevitable. Resolution is a choice. Middle Path Mediation invites individuals, organizations, and communities to take the step toward healthier, more productive dialogue. Whether for personal matters, professional disputes, or broader community conflicts, the first move is to reach out.
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