Mediation can lead to a settlement, but getting there requires counsel to employ the right techniques, ranging from selecting the correct mediator for the particular dispute to anticipating the measures needed to close out a settlement. Implementing these measures can help clients avoid unnecessary time and expense associated with arbitration or a trial. But mediation must be handled properly, to avoid turning it into a mini-trial, which may not produce a settlement and may lead to an actual trial.
April 22, 2019 Articles
Considerations for an Effective Mediation
The mediation framework, the proper use of experts, and the settlement agreement.
by Ron Williams
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