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Mediation

About Mediation | The Mediation Process | Preparing for Mediation | Mediation FAQs

Mediation FAQs

  1. How is mediation different from a hearing?
  2. Why consider mediation?
  3. What issues can be mediated?
  4. Who may request mediation? When can you ask for it?
  5. What is the role of the mediator?
  6. How are mediators selected and what happens after they are selected?
  7. How soon is mediation scheduled?
  8. Who participates in the mediation session and may participants bring other persons to the mediation session?
  9. How long is a mediation meeting?
  10. What happens if an agreement is reached/not reached?
  11. If I am uncomfortable talking about my concerns in the joint session, can I ask for a private meeting with the mediator?
  13. Are discussions in mediation confidential?
  14. Who are the mediators and how can I find out more about mediation?


last updated: June 4, 2004
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