Mediation
[DDET What is Mediation? ]
Mediation is a voluntary process whereby the mediator, a trained neutral, facilitates negotiation between disputing parties and assists them in understanding their substantive interests in order to arrive at a mutually acceptable settlement.
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[DDET Why choose Mediation?]
- Saves money and time
- Preserves relationships
- Parties retain decision making power over their dispute. Sustainable and practical solutions can be arrived at.
- Confidentiality is protected
- Voluntary and non-binding till agreement is signed
- Ideally suited for use before arbitration or litigation; can also be used after a case has been filed.
- Parties usually abide by mediation agreements; if necessary, they are capable of automatic enforcement by a court.
- Informal and participatory process
- The mediator will help you to understand the strengths and weaknesses of your case and open up channels of communication
- Mediation clauses can be included in contracts
- High success rate internationally.
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[DDET Type of Cases To Mediate]
- Commercial and contractual
- Business including trans-national and family business
- Real estate and construction
- Intellectual property
- Banking Insurance
- Employment
- Family and personal including matrimonial and custody
- Consumer
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