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What is Mediation?Mediation is the process whereby a mediator helps opposing parties in a dispute arrive at a settlement by presiding over negotiations, moderating discussions, calming interpersonal conflicts and often facilitating a settlement process. (In contrast, arbitrators preside over a more formal proceeding that functions as a mini-trial with discovery, witnesses and evidence). Erik brings strong professional skills in the following areas: active listening, problem solving, diplomacy, persuasion and communication. Mediation ...
Mediators do not impose their own judgment on the issues or tell the parties how the dispute should be resolved. At the mediation session both parties are given opportunity to explain and discuss their sides of the dispute. If the parties cannot reach an agreement they still have the option of using any available legal remedy. |
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