What is mediation?
Mediation is a method of resolving disputes without the time and expense of going through the traditional litigation process.

Why mediate?

Control
Because the parties themselves agree the outcome, they remain in control of the mediation process.

Convenience
The parties chose their mediator, the location and the time at which the mediation is to be held.

Informality
Mediations take place in a more relaxed and positive atmosphere.

Relationships
The informality of the mediation process makes it more likely that you will remain on solid business terms with the other side at the end of the dispute.

Confidentiality
Mediation is confidential to the parties.

Cost
Copmpared to traditional litigation, mediation is a considerably less expensive way of solving problems.

Outcomes
Since the mediation is seperate from the court process, a much broader variety of settlement options is possible.

Speed
Mediations can be set up quickly, and the sessions themselves usually last no more than a single day.

Successful
The success rate for mediations is very high: statistics show that over two-thirds settle effectively.


What to do next?
Alan Porter is a trained mediator and operates through Law South Mediation. For more information email: alan.porter@thackraywilliams.com