Alternative Dispute Resolution
Apr. 7, 2012
The basics of successful mediation
Mediation is not a victory lap; it's a recognition that a settlement is better than spending time, effort, and money on litigation.
Robert S. Mann
Neutral, ADR Services, Inc.
Email: rmann@adrservices.com
Robert mediates and arbitrates business, real estate and construction disputes.
A few recent experiences lead me to believe that it is time for a refresher course on the basics of successful mediation. Here are 10 concrete suggestions:
Choose the mediator wisely. First and most important: does the mediator have subject matter experience in the area of your dispute? If not, does the mediator have a reputation for overall skill in settling cases, and is the mediator able to assimilate new information in different subject matters? Second, if you have so...
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