You have a genuine dispute. You were wronged by another party and would like to see justice done. Yet taking a case to trial can be an expensive proposition, one that is stressful and uncertain. Luckily, there are several options available with the most popular being mediation.
In the mediation process, two parties come together to develop a mutual agreement, with the help of a neutral third party. Mediation can be extremely effective because it provides a forum where the lines of communication are opened and understanding of the underlying issues and desires is discovered. The mediator walks the participants through the process using creative problem solving techniques helping them arrive at a mutual solution (if possible). Mediation has proven successful in a wide variety of situations, from small private individual type cases to larger corporate disputes.
There are many benefits to mediation, including:
- Less Expensive. Mediation fees represent a fraction of the cost of litigation. Mediation does not require legal representation, however parties may consult with a lawyer to provide guidance and support.
- Less Time Consuming. The mediation process is usually much faster than legal proceedings, often resulting in quick resolutions to your dispute.
- Less Stress. Working together to reach an agreement is much less stressful than going through legal proceedings.
- Increased Privacy. Unlike legal proceedings, mediation is confidential and cannot generally be used as evidence in a legal proceeding. That said, if both parties agree, they can prepare a settlement agreement that is legally binding.
- More Control and Satisfaction. When both parties to agree to a solution instead of having one imposed on them by the judicial system, they are more likely to walk away feeling more empowered and satisfied by the outcome.
To find out if mediation would work for you, give us a call. Our dispute lawyers in Sydney focus on dispute resolution strategies and can help you understand the options available to you. To find out more, call us at +61 2 8644 0663 to book a consultation. For more information, you can also refer to our Alternatives to Legal Proceedings page.
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