Preparing your client for mediation can ensure that the mediation process is productive and not a frustrating, anxiety-producing event. While settlement is always preferable, it is not the only ...

Trust is an essential element of the mediation process. The whole point, of course, is to take two or more parties who have a dispute and help them reach an agreement. Because the process necessarily ...

Mediation is a process where a neutral third party—the mediator—assists disputing parties in reaching a mutually satisfactory agreement. It is an essential tool in conflict resolution, particularly in ...

Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and ...

Instead of the adversarial nature of the courtroom, a mediation session fosters open and effective communication between spouses. Mediators encourage the parties to express their thoughts and feelings ...