Both parties may hate each other's guts but they are sensible enough to realise the futility of litigation. Disputes involving research and development contracts lend themselves to professional mediation. All of my contracts contain a mediation clause. In my law practice, I have handled many dispute resolution matters before professional mediators. Indeed, I have served as a professional mediator.
Professional mediation is a mixed bag.
With some disputes, it can be the greatest thing since sliced bread. It can save the parties in dispute a small fortune of money. In other disputes, professional mediation can be a complete waste of time. The average person hasn't a clue as to what professional mediation entails. Allow me to say a few words about the procedure.