Mediators

• Affordable – Mediation can cost considerably less than litigation.
• Efficient – The mediation process can usually settle a dispute within a few sessions. Most mediations conclude or settle within thirty days from initiating the process.
• Effective – Mediation statistically settles over 80% of initiated disputes.
• Informal – The process of Mediation is flexible and informal. It is not necessary to have an attorney represent you during the mediation process. However, some individuals feel more comfortable with attorney representation.
• Empowering – Disputing parties are directly engaged in the negotiation of their settlement. Parties also enhance the likelihood of continuing their relationships by utilizing mediation.
• Confidential – Information disclosed during mediation may not be divulged as evidence in any trial or judicial proceeding.

Our services cost a fraction of what most dispute resolution organizations charge. This is because we have established a national network of dispute resolution professionals who are truly passionate about serving your needs.

All of our services are offered to clients at a 25% discount. This means that you will receive a 25% discount off of our legal professional's actual hourly rate. Many Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) providers will tack on additional fees, up to $75.00 or more per hour, for their services. However, we feel that everyone should be afforded access to professional and effective dispute resolution services. This is a significant savings that we gladly pass along to our clients. Our services can save you thousands in legal expenses.

Our commitment is to provide you with the professional insight and affordable legal solutions that you deserve.

Virtually any civil dispute is appropriate for mediation, including:

• Divorce
• Child Custody
• Business
• Civil
• Landlord/Tenant, Construction, & Real Estate
• Employment
• Insurance Claims
• And many others

Because mediation is a voluntary process, legal representation is not necessary for most mediations. However, some individuals feel more comfortable with an attorney's assistance. Some parties also have their attorney review settlement agreements before they sign.

Mediation takes considerably less time than litigation. However, this time varies depending on the complexity of the dispute and the amount of parties involved. The average mediation lasts only six hours, but can easily extend to several weeks due to the factors previously mentioned.

The litigating parties or the court can agree to allow a mediation session to proceed if a court action is already in progress. If the parties are able to settle the case through mediation, the case can be dismissed.

Statistically, over 85% of cases settle during the mediation process.

Yes. A signed settlement agreement is as enforceable as any other contractual agreement.

No. Mediation is a voluntary and confidential process. If your mediation session does not result in a settlement, you have every right to pursue legal remedies through litigation.

Our dispute resolution services are flexible and responsive. We have taken every step to ensure that your experience with our service is seamless and efficient. If you require teleconferencing, video-conferencing, or web-based capabilities, we have the appropriate solutions to meet your needs. Our extensive internal resources and strategic alliances are ready to provide you with excellent customer services.

We only select those Mediators who are recognized for their expertise and standing in the legal and mediation communities. All of our neutrals have over five years of professional mediation experience and are licensed attorneys, in good standing, with their state bar, or are professional mediators with subject matter expertise. We only chose those professionals who maintain the highest degree of professionalism and integrity.

All of our mediators have extensive mediation training and exceed the mediation training requirements set forth by their local jurisdictions.