If you’re facing some type of legal issue, like a divorce or a wrongful death case, you may be wondering if there’s a less adversarial way to go about things. This is where mediation becomes an option. This type of dispute resolution is more private, peaceful and informal than traditional litigation. Types of Cases Eligible…
Is There a Difference in Mediators? Many many times were ask: “Is there a difference in mediators?” such as, training, education, attorney, practice area, volunteer, private, community, style, etc. This article by Dr. Justin Wood, Th.d., CJME, I hope to clarify many of these questions. Education Level A mediator with a good education can think…
By Lee Jay Berman The biggest mistake most attorneys make is not getting all of the value that the mediator has to offer, and for which their client is paying. Many attorneys won’t let the mediator get a word in edgewise, tie their hands with respect to what they can reveal and discuss in the…
By: Dr. Justin Wood, Th.d, CJME A mediator’s ultimate goal is to assist the parties in reaching an agreement to settle their dispute. To reach this goal, the mediator may take on several roles throughout the ADR process. Some examples of roles a mediator might play include: Convener: Assist in contacting the various parties to…
