First Call Mediation
Benefits of Mediation
Saves time
Court cases can be prolonged for a number of reasons. Mediation can be planned sooner than a court date and you can come to an agreement without the costs of constantly going to court.
Saves money
When compared to going to trial, litigation or other forms of legal dispute, mediation costs are less.
Faster outcome
Mediation can be used early in a dispute, find a mutual agreement faster than if pursuing through the courts
Confidential
Mediators will not disclose any information revealed during the mediation. If needed there will private meeting will be held with each party individually so that the mediator can best assist a mutual agreement.
Preservation of relationship
Mediation helps participants focus on effectively communicating with each other as opposed to attacking each other.
Convenient
Mediation is arranged to take place in a neutral environment for all involved parties. There is often a main room and at least one other room where a caucus can take place.
Informal
You do not need to have or hire an attorney to participate in mediation.
Voluntary
Mediation is a neutral option where either or both party's can leave at anytime
Personal empowerment
Mediation helps to guide each party to a mutual agreement where each individual uses their own words to negotiate a mutual resolution.