What’s the Purpose of Mediation?

Answer

Mediation is a non-adversarial alternative to litigation with attorneys. The purpose of mediation is to help the parties reach their own agreements that resolve the dispute.

In mediation, the mediator:

• Is a neutral third party that doesn’t represent either party but represents the process of helping the parties work together to resolve their dispute.
• Guides the process.
• Helps the parties discuss the issues in dispute together or separately.
• Helps the parties explore options that will lead to solutions.
• Drafts the Memorandum of Understanding that describes the agreements reached by the parties.

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