Marie-Hélène Otto

About me

I have been practicing as a lawyer since 2002. Through my practice, I have been able to observe the extent to which the judicial system no longer manages to meet the expectations of my clients.
What is unsatisfactory is the total absence of genuine listening and taking into account the relationship and the emotions that generated the conflict; because usually, it is only the tip of the iceberg...
For me, becoming a mediator was part of a natural movement of who I am deeply, because what I like is precisely taking this time to listen and understand what is at stake in the conflict and thus, better apprehend it. This is specifically what the mediation process allows.
In life, I am an enthusiast of the "slow-life", surrounded by my two children and three cats. I love cooking, dancing, yoga and more than anything devouring books. I am also passionate about personal development and spirituality.

My job activity


  • Individual practice of the profession since 2008
      1. specialized in real estate law and contract law
  • Partner in Plantavin-Otto-Reina firm from 2005 to 2008 (firm specializing in real estate law)
  • Associate lawyer of Marielle Plantavin from 2002 to 2004
  • Lawyer at the Marseille Bar since 2002


  • My approach to work

    Between emotions and understanding

    Active and empathetic listening

    Welcoming emotions to understand needs

    Pedagogy

    My background


  • 2021: Mediator Certificate - AVONEGO Program (200 hours)
    Registered mediator in National Center for Lawyers Mediation

  • 2002: Lawyer oath taking
  • 2000: regional center for vocational training of the legal profession of Aix-en-Provence
  • 1998-2000: legal assistant in a law firm
  • 1997: MA in judicial careers - Faculty of Law of Aix-en-Provence

  • 1991-1992: Hypokhâgne-modern literature preparatory class - Masséna high school in Nice

  • My skills at your disposal

    Communication 90%
    Agility 80%
    Synthesis 90%
    Clarity 100%

     

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