If your family business is experiencing any problems similar to those listed above, the Family Business Mediation Program may have a positive and unique approach of conflict management to offer you and your family. We understand that family conflicts take on a special dimension when they occur in the context of family businesses. Too often, when disagreements arise between family members, the answer ultimately results in costly litigation, disruption of work or damage to family relationships. Mediation is private and tailored to people and their circumstances. Skilled mediators can help rebuild effective communication, help everyone to manage a rational and creative decision-making process, and reduce the emotional energy lost.
Mediation is flexible and can work in tandem with lawyers, consultants, or other family members.
The PCR team of mediators includes men and women who come from various cultural backgrounds and have professional training in business, law, accounting, psychology, and a variety of other fields. All are sensitive to family and cultural dynamics that may occur across generations within a family business. If you and the consultant agree that mediation might be useful and appropriate, a tentative plan is discussed on the number and backgrounds of suitable mediators, how long the process might take, and any special circumstances involved. A list of recommended mediators and their qualifications is prepared so that the parties can choose their mediation team, and any fee arrangement is discussed. This new program is available to family businesses whatever their ability to pay.