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Mediation Could Allow Everyone to Move on with Their Lives More Quickly

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Most private individuals enjoy very little about being involved in a legal dispute or spending time in the courtroom. While tempers may run high in the beginning and the urge is there to fight, to sue, and to win, being in a highly adversarial situation and conflict can be extremely draining. While litigation does have its place and sometimes is the only solution for settling a serious issue, many individuals may overlook mediation, and miss out on a much more streamlined way to solve a problem. Not only that, parties who agree to mediation are usually much more motivated to reach a settlement—with the help of a neutral mediator who is able to assist in clarifying details and keeping the process moving along with a good flow.

Not only does mediation help parties in dispute move on more quickly, but the pace at which they reach a resolution could also be exponentially faster. Rather than spending weeks or even months tied up in scheduling with the courts, postponements, and more, the mediator usually meets with everyone involved ahead of time, gains an understanding of the issues at hand and what originally led to the dispute. The mediator is also in charge of setting and time and location for the proceedings—usually offering flexible scheduling and a more relaxed and casual setting that is conducive to an open discussion. In some cases, mediators may even offer to meet with everyone after hours to make up for busy schedules.

Other benefits of mediation are that it is completely confidential, and the parties involved in the dispute have complete control over what happens, while the mediator may step in intermittently to help. And while mediation may not be free, the costs in comparison to that of litigation are exponentially less. The timeframe is exponentially less too; in fact, an agreement could be made within mere hours. Mediation usually works, and it can also be a great benefit for the future as relationships that may have already been long-standing or preserved.

The Bolender Law Firm will advocate on behalf of clients through litigation, arbitration, or non-binding mediation. Our attorneys are experienced in representing clients in state and federal courts, at both the trial and appellate level. Call us at 310-320-0725 now or submit an easy consultation request online. We are here to help!

 

Will Each Party Have an Attorney at Their Mediation?

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There are so many benefits to mediation for business owners today that it is no surprise most of the outcomes are successful, but often they do require the presence of an attorney. While forced mediation in other cases—as commonly seen in divorce, for example—may be ineffective when the parties are not ready to come together and agree on a settlement, for business partners or those who have been in a working relationship for many years, mediation may be welcomed not only as a way to settle a dispute quickly and sometimes much more gracefully, but also to preserve what may be a friendship or a profitable partnership that could continue throughout the years.

The role of the mediator is not always easy, and although licensing is not required, they must bring great skill to the negotiating table in terms of remaining neutral but also knowing when to step in and help all parties involved communicate more clearly. To do so effectively, the mediator usually meets with each party before the process begins so that they can gain a clear understanding of the case. This usually means learning a little bit about each party, finding out how the dispute came about, and what goals need to be met overall for a settlement.

The relaxed, casual setting is usually conducive to promoting a better conversation between disputing parties, allowing for easier resolution; and while all of that may be true in your case, if you are concerned about a sizable amount of money or assets that are involved in the dispute, it may be in your best interest and that of your business, to have an attorney present at mediation. With the help of a skilled mediation attorney-and one who is in full support of the process, maybe spending a little more, but providing expert extra protection and added counsel during the process.

With an attorney inexperienced in mediation at your side, however, you could defeat the whole process, receiving the wrong type of advice for your situation and reducing the effectiveness of mediation overall. Consult with The Bolender Law Firm for skilled representation by an attorney who will support the process of alternative dispute resolution.

We will advocate on behalf of clients through litigation, arbitration, or non-binding mediation. Our attorneys are experienced in representing clients in state and federal courts, at both the trial and appellate level. Call us at 310-320-0725 now or submit an easy consultation request online. We are here to help!

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How Does Negotiating Occur in a Mediation?

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Mediation offers many benefits for business owners engaged in legal disputes and interested in negotiating. While it is often tempting to head straight for the courtroom—and especially if there is a more adversarial scenario—sometimes the relaxed setting of mediation is the best way to go. Litigation has its place in settling many serious issues for business owners and others, but mediation and goals for a more proactive outcome from all parties involved. This requires great motivation, however, as everyone involved must focus on what is important and come together to make an agreement. When proceedings are progressing along in a positive manner, mediation may be completed sometimes in just a matter of hours, or perhaps a few days—but in comparison to a courtroom scenario, much time, effort, and even money can be saved.

In most cases, mediation promotes successful negotiation, with the mediator acting as a completely neutral party. They do, however, encourage cooperation as well as intervene at times regarding communications that could be misunderstood or need further clarification. Mediators may also take the time to ask questions of both parties while at the negotiation table, striving to see that everyone digs deep to understand where the other side is coming from—and perhaps even empathize and sympathize with the other party. This can lead to not only a faster agreement and settlement, but it may also preserve a working relationship that could have been forged years ago and is valuable to everyone.

For most parties involved in a mediation and negotiation, the process runs smoother when everyone has information. This means that each side should have as clear an understanding as possible about the dispute and know basically what it is that the other party wants. For business owners, mediation is usually agreed on by all involved because they are motivated to find a solution. Numerous elements are usually required for a successful experience in mediation though, from each party offering respect to each other and a willingness to listen, as well as demonstrating what can be extreme patience in focusing on reaching a settlement, and looking beyond the emotional aspects of the dispute.

The Bolender Law Firm will advocate on behalf of clients through litigation, arbitration, or non-binding mediation. Our attorneys are experienced in representing clients in state and federal courts, at both the trial and appellate level. Call us at 310-320-0725 now or submit an easy consultation request online. We are here to help!