Mediation Services
Building Bridges through Negotiation
Mediation services are designed to provide assistance for parties that are unable to reach an agreeable resolution internally. A mediator is a neutral third-party who assists the parties in finding a resolution to their dispute. A mediator’s assistance includes analyzing the issues, focusing on the root of the problem, and offering various possible suggestions for negotiation.
The primary goals of our mediation services are to break the stalemate that fuels the parties’ conflict and craft a resolution to which all sides can agree. As a neutral mediator, we do not have the authority to render a decision on either party’s behalf; we do not issue orders; and we do not award damages. Our sole purpose is to provide assistance, advice, and the appropriate setting for negotiations to take place.
The parties are in total control of the mediation process – they set the pace for negotiations, and only they can agree on the final settlement. We work hard to encourage a positive resolution, but no person is required to reach an agreement.
With a few exceptions dictated by law or the agreement of the parties, everything dispute-related that is disclosed in mediation will be kept confidential. Specifically, in Florida, we conduct our mediations pursuant to the Mediation Confidentiality and Privilege Act (Florida Statutes, Chapter 44, Sections 44.401-44.406). In Georgia, we conduct our mediations pursuant to the Alternative Dispute Resolution Rules promulgated by the Georgia Commission on Dispute Resolution. For more information concerning confidentiality during mediation, please refer to the above-legal authorities and/or seek advice and clarification from your attorneys.
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