Did you know...?
Mediation is only binding
by mutual consent.
Mediation is faster and
less expensive than
going through the
traditional
process
Today many judges
require parties to attempt
to resolve their conflict
using mediation before
they will put the case on
the court docket.
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"moving you forward"
Mediation
What are some specific problems that can be addressed by
mediation?
-Employer/employee disputes
-Business partnership issues
-Marital mediation [focused on preserving the relationship]
-Divorce/Child custody issues [including parenting coordination]
-Estate dispute resolution
-Real estate negotiations
What are the benefits of mediation?
Mediation is:
*Less expensive than litigation *Timely
*Empowering and creative *Flexible
The process provides:
-Neutrality so disputants feel safe; a mediator is not vested in
a particular outcome
-Confidentiality- everything is confidential and cannot be used
in the event of future legal action
*A mediator is NOT a judge*
Additional Benefits of Mediation
-The process can help preserve important professional and
personal relationships [ex. Parental or business relationships]
-The parties still have legal recourse if the problem cannot be
resolved
The process is binding only by mutual consent