I’m often asked the question, what are the benefits of mediation? The answer is fairly simple, and once you’ve been through a mediation, you’ll understand it easily and never look back.
In a nutshell, mediation is quicker, cheaper, easier, confidential, less stressful, you retain control and uniquely, it may even preserve relationships.
Mediation is the absolute best option for resolving the vast majority of disputes. So, why would you want to try and settle disputes through legal proceedings?
Specifically, the key benefits are:
1. Confidentiality
Mediation proceedings remain private and confidential. Information disclosed during mediation cannot be revealed by any party or the mediator. This ensures sensitive details do not become public knowledge.
2. Agreement Focus
Mediation encourages parties to work together. A neutral mediator facilitates discussions, allowing calm dialogue and a focus on resolving the issue. This can help preserve commercial relationships and prevent future animosity.
3. Cost-Effective and Swift
Mediation is often faster and cheaper than litigation. It avoids lengthy court proceedings, associated costs and minimises stress.
4. Informal Setting
Unlike formal courtrooms, mediation provides an informal environment where both parties can openly express their perspectives, and the mediation can be virtual or in person.
5. Control Over Outcome
Mediation allows parties to shape the resolution. They are not bound by a judge’s decision and can actively participate in finding common ground themselves.
6. Preserve Relationships
Unlike litigation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution, uniquely, mediation can actually preserve relationships as each party is actively involved in understanding the dispute and making choices about settlement.
In summary, at Mediator Locator, our mission is to promote the virtues of mediation and make it the default option for settling disputes. We have panels of expert mediators, all of whom are legally qualified and working for prestigious law firms, (many at senior partners level), standing by and ready to assist you.
So join us in our Resolution Revolution, and enjoy the benefits that are there for the taking.
Don’t wait… mediate.
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