Mediation

Question 1

What is mediation?

Answer 1

Mediation is where the parties agree on a neurtal third part system to facilitate discussions between them, with the goal of reaching an agreement.

Question 2

DOes the mediator have any powers?

Answer 2

No the power to settle remains with the parties, but the process to settle is led by the mediator

Question 3

Can you provide some more detail behind mediation?

Answer 3

Mediation encourages coming together and agreeing.
By mutual agreement (voluntary).
The process can be initiated at any time between the parties.
The process is non binding.
The mediator does not award a winning party.