Mediation
Conflict is a normal part of life and how we deal with it can make a big difference. Often when people resolve conflicts one person ends up the winner and the other person loses out. Another solution is to work toward a WIN-WIN solution.
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I believe that mediation is a wonderful way to collaborate a resolution to a conflict resulting in a WIN-WIN solution. As your mediator, my goal will be to empower you to make the most prudent decisions about how to best resolve your disputes and turn your dispute into an opportunity for growth and positive change.​
The Benefits of Mediation
Some of the most notable benefits of mediation include:
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Cost and Timelines — Usually the cost of mediation is a fraction of the cost for attorneys and litigation; the mediation process generally takes less time, meaning less is spent on hourly fees and costs.
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Strict Confidentiality — While court hearings are public, one of the crucial elements of mediation is that it remains strictly confidential. All conversation is confidential; protecting all parties from having to testify in court about the content.
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Control — While judges and juries control the outcomes in court, mediation increases the control parties have over the resolution. Mediators offer solutions by building trust with both parties, interpreting the concerns of each side and reaching a settlement.
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Greater Compliance — The more control both parties feel that they have in resolving a conflict, the greater the chance that each party will comply with the win-win solution.
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Broader Range of Solutions — Both parties work to think "outside of the box" for different solutions to the conflict.
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