Mediation is a form of Alternative Dispute Resolution, essentially an alternative to court. Mediation is simple, straightforward and voluntary. At a mediation session all sides of a dispute sit down with and impartial person, a mediator, to attempt to reach a mutually acceptable settlement. There are no formal court proceedings or rules of evidence, and there is very little preparation involved in comparison to court. Unlike and judge or arbitrator the mediator has no authority to render a decision or force the parties to accept a settlement, yet in a large majority of cases mediation results in a final settlement of the dispute.
Mediations Advantages
-It’s a much less expensive means of resolving a dispute;
-It provides a chance to explain your story which is rarely available in litigation;
-The parties get to figure out their own resolutions;
-Parties have a greater degree of control over the outcome;
-Tends to faster settlements and mutually satisfactory outcomes;
-High rate of compliance by the parties involved;
-More comprehensive agreement; and
-Practical results.
Mediation is required in the State of Minnesota on all Civil cases, including family law cases, with very limited exceptions.If you are interested in having a dispute mediated, whether it's prior to litigation or you are in litigation please contact the office at 612-851-0996 for cost and available times.
Mediations Advantages
-It’s a much less expensive means of resolving a dispute;
-It provides a chance to explain your story which is rarely available in litigation;
-The parties get to figure out their own resolutions;
-Parties have a greater degree of control over the outcome;
-Tends to faster settlements and mutually satisfactory outcomes;
-High rate of compliance by the parties involved;
-More comprehensive agreement; and
-Practical results.
Mediation is required in the State of Minnesota on all Civil cases, including family law cases, with very limited exceptions.If you are interested in having a dispute mediated, whether it's prior to litigation or you are in litigation please contact the office at 612-851-0996 for cost and available times.