Why Mediation?Traditional methods of dispute resolution through courts and tribunals can be protracted, resource-intensive and highly adversarial and damaging to relationships. Even conflicts that do not result in a legal case may lead to indirect costs. Unresolved tensions can increase stress levels, reduce working efficiency and generate adverse publicity. Mediation generates fast, cost-effective and confidential solutions by using a neutral mediator to assist all parties to reach an acceptable settlement. Mediation may take place irrespective of whether legal proceedings are in progress or contemplated. Negotiations are ‘without prejudice’ and will not interfere with legal rights. FAST - A mediation can be arranged within weeks, or even days. Unlike litigation, mediation can facilitate a resolution without red-tape and complex procedures. Most cases are resolved in a single session. PARTY-LED – Parties stay in control of the dispute throughout the mediation. Any settlement is negotiated by agreement and will not be imposed. COST-EFFECTIVE – Mediation is almost certainly cheaper than other alternatives, representing a real saving in direct and indirect costs. CONFIDENTIAL – The mediation is a ‘without prejudice’ negotiation and can take place regardless of any legal proceedings. Discussions with the mediator are confidential, as are the details of any settlement discussed during the mediation. SUCCESS – Mediation has a very high success rate. For a fixed price, there is a very strong likelihood of reaching a settlement. In the minority of cases that do not settle, the mediation process helps to narrow the number of disputed issues between the parties, often saving costs in preparing for litigation. Involvement in the mediation process is a wise investment, likely to save both time and money and providing the opportunity for rebuilding trust where relationships have broken down.
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Why Mediation? 
