Mediation is an informal, voluntary process that employs an impartial person, the mediator, to facilitate negotiations between disputing parties, in an effort to reach a mutually acceptable resolution. It allows the parties to maintain control over the process and of the agreement finally reached. With the assistance of a skilled and experienced mediator, the process works well in all types of disputes. It is especially suited to those disputes between parties who may have a continuing future relationship. Benefits Prompt resolution of disputes.
Parties have control of outcome.
No need for extensive discovery. Parties participate in problem-solving process. Mutually satisfactory resolution. Lower risk - parties control it in negotiation. Very high success rate.