FREQUENTLY ASKED Mediation QUESTIONS

 

Business

Family

CPA Info

Glossary

Colorado Statutes

 

WHAT DOES THE MEDIATOR DO?
... by conducting the process, the mediator helps you to communicate more clearly and openly; to identify and discuss the issues that are important to you; to clarify your expectations; to develop new options for solving the problems, and to reach mutually satisfactory negotiated agreements.

WHAT DO YOU DO?
… through the assistance of the Mediator, each party will listen to one another, focus on the problem, and constructively communicate to work through the issues to your satisfaction.

WHO MAKES THE DECISIONS?
you, in cooperation with the other party.  You remain in control of the outcome by defining the solution and negotiating an agreement.

DO I FORFEIT ANY RIGHTS BY CHOOSING MEDIATION?
... No, by agreeing to Mediate you are not precluded from obtaining legal counsel or other advice, nor is any other path of resolution or support removed.

WHY MEDIATION?
…because you decide the outcome -- not a disinterested judge, jury or third party! You control the timing! The process is confidential, flexible and cost efficient. 97% of civil cases will settle prior to  legal adjudication. The earlier you resolve the dispute -- the more time, money, and effort you save. Mutually acceptable mediated agreements produce high rates of compliance.  They can cover procedural and psychological issues and they are geared to implementation.

 

WHAT DISPUTES ARE MEDIATED EFFECTIVELY?

All Kinds including:

  • Business; Commercial/Civil

  • Contractor/Subcontractor
  • Contracts; Agreements
  • Discrimination - EEOC, ADA, etc.
  • Divorce
  • Fair Housing
  • Fee; Invoice; Debt
  • Government
  • Insurance
  • Investments; Securities
  • Interpersonal
  • Labor; Employment
  • Landlord/Tenant
  • Management
  • Organizational - Business, Home Owner's Associations, etc.
  • Ownership
  • Parenting Plans
  • Partnership and other Ownership
  • Planning - Business, Succession, etc.
  • Real Estate