Adam J. Maddeny

MS, MBA, CCF, JDR, GDC

Known for his steady presence and intuitive ability to connect with people in high-stakes conversations, AJ brings structure to complex situations and guides clients toward equitable outcomes. His approach blends evidence-based methods, practical decision science, and a deep respect for each party’s autonomy. At the core of his work is a belief that people deserve a better process — one grounded in dignity, self-determination, and sustainable results.

Over the years, AJ shifted his focus from international facilitation to community-centered conflict resolution. Through Aether Mediation, he offers a full spectrum of services tailored to couples, families, and individuals seeking to avoid courtroom battles and reach fair agreements with confidence.

AJ holds certifications from the Virginia Supreme Court and is an active member of both the American Bar Association and the Virginia Mediation Network. His academic background includes a Master's in Conflict Analysis & Resolution and an undergraduate degree in Decision Science. He’s facilitated dialogue between government agencies, private organizations, and culturally diverse communities — always with an emphasis on fairness, clarity, and progress.

In addition to private mediation, AJ leads free public workshops on divorce, co-parenting, and conflict management throughout Washington, DC and Northern Virginia. His mission is to make dispute resolution more accessible, better understood, and more human.

Mediation is the best option for a fair outcome

AJ Maddeny

AJ Madden is a calm, confident, and deeply experienced neutral who helps individuals and families move through conflict with clarity, fairness, and lasting resolution. With over a decade of practice in conflict analysis and resolution, AJ is a certified mediator, arbitrator, and coach specializing in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) — both nationally and internationally.