Why Choose Mediation?
Are any of these benefits important to you?
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Increased Satisfaction. In post-mediation surveys, parties indicate a very high level of satisfaction with both the process and the results of the process. You can reach an agreement that is of your own free will, not imposed by a judge or jury. Mediation has a success rate of 85 percent to 95 percent.
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Reduced future legal actions. Save time and money. Agreements created by the parties are more satisfying to the participants and save additional court costs and legal fees.
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Your feelings are heard. In a courtroom setting, judges do not hear the emotional aspects of a case, because they are concerned with the legal facts. Mediation considers all aspects of the case.
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Informal. You may ask or answer questions without "objections".
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Avoids time constraints. When in court or negotiating “on the courthouse steps,” the rush to settle may force parties into agreements they later regret.
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Reduced stress and fear. In mediation you are not “cross-examined." You do not have to get up on the stand and testify. Mediation is conducted in a relaxed atmosphere that enhances the settlement process.
Liability may or may not be acknowledged. Does not set a precedent.
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Increased Privacy and Confidentiality. The only record of the process is the agreement (if one is reached). The mediation session takes place in a private location, unlike court proceedings which are open to the public. The details of your case are not exposed, and there is no public record of the process.
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