What is mediation?
Mediation is a voluntary method whereby parties work together with the assistance of a mediator to resolve disputes and relationship breakdown.
The mediator is specially
trained to assist parties to discover and agree mutually acceptable solutions as an impartial facilitator. Mediators do not judge, give legal advice or direct what the solution should be.
Unlike
arbitration or litigation, implementation of agreements depend on voluntary commitment. The mediator has no power
to impose a settlement on the parties.
Mediation is usually conducted face-to-face, but may be conducted by telephone, Skype or Facetime where this agreed, deemed necessary and appropriate.
