Austin Advising Consulting - Our Story And Values

Based In San Francisco, Serving Since 1995

Austin Advising is a consulting firm rooted in San Francisco, CA, specializing in mediation, negotiation, and purpose-driven advising. Founded in 1995 by Alex Austin — a Community Boards Certified Mediator and California Lawyers for the Arts affiliate — the practice works with nonprofits, artists, businesses, and community organizations seeking strategic, values-aligned guidance. We offer virtual and in-person consultations by appointment, with free initial sessions available.

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Accessible By Design

We accept CashApp, Venmo, and all major debit and credit cards, and offer pro bono services for qualifying clients. Our practice is LGBTQ+ owned and operated, and we're committed to working with communities that have historically had limited access to quality consulting and mediation. Good guidance shouldn't be out of reach.

Where Law, Art, And Justice Meet

Austin Advising was built at the intersection of three worlds most consulting practices treat as separate — legal strategy, creative industries, and social justice advocacy. That cross-disciplinary foundation shapes everything we do, from how we approach a contract dispute to how we guide a nonprofit through organizational change. It's not a niche. It's a philosophy.

Integrity

We provide clear processes, protect confidentiality, and accept accountability for our professional conduct.

Equity

We design consulting, mediation, and negotiation support that attends carefully to power imbalances.

Community

We offer outreach, sector-specific guidance, and pro bono work that strengthen community capacity.

Alex Austin — Founder & Principal Mediator

Alex Austin is a Community Boards Certified Mediator and California Lawyers for the Arts affiliate with 30 years of experience in mediation, negotiation, and social justice consulting. As founder of the former Austin Law Group, Alex built a reputation as a trusted advocate for artists, nonprofits, and underrepresented communities across San Francisco. Austin Advising carries that same commitment forward — with focused expertise and a deeply personal approach to every client relationship.