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Mediation

Mediation

For anyone interested in learning more about mediation including how the process works, what to expect and how to get started.

What exactly does the mediator do?

Can I tell the court, my spouse, friends what happened?

Before the mediation

How do I start a mediation?

What happens to my court case/ arbitration?

Should I get a lawyer?

What is a pre-mediation call?

How do I prepare for a mediation?

What is the mediation agreement?

Why not just meet to discuss ourselves?

Who pays for the mediation?

Can the other side be forced to mediate?

What should I look for in a mediator?

Can you nominate a mediator for me?

How long does it take to book a mediation?

What are the consequences if I don't mediate?

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At the mediation

Are the documents I send, and information I give to the mediator kept private from the other party?

Am I required to sign the settlement agreement?

After the mediation

Is the settlement agreement a legally binding document?

What do I need to do if the mediation doesn't settle?

What if the other side doesn't perform their end of the settlement?

Am I required to come to an agreement with the other party on the day or can I sleep on it?

What do I need to do if the mediation settles?

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About Mediation

What is your success rate?

Is there a fee to include CEDR as the dispute resolution provider in our agreement/contract?

What is mediation?