Mediation

[DDET What is Mediation? ]
Mediation is a voluntary process whereby the mediator, a trained neutral, facilitates negotiation between disputing parties and assists them in understanding their substantive interests in order to arrive at a mutually acceptable settlement.
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[DDET Why choose Mediation?]

• Saves money and time
• Preserves relationships
• Parties retain decision making power over their dispute. Sustainable and practical solutions can be arrived at.
• Confidentiality is protected
• Voluntary and non-binding till agreement is signed
• Ideally suited for use before arbitration or litigation; can also be used after a case has been filed.
• Parties usually abide by mediation agreements; if necessary, they are capable of automatic enforcement by a court.
• Informal and participatory process
• The mediator will help you to understand the strengths and weaknesses of your case and open up channels of communication
• Mediation clauses can be included in contracts
• High success rate internationally.

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[DDET Type of Cases To Mediate]

• Commercial and contractual
• Business including trans-national and family business
• Real estate and construction
• Intellectual property
• Banking Insurance
• Employment
• Family and personal including matrimonial and custody
• Consumer

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