"What is mediation? An explanation of the process of mediation, what mediation is, and why it is a preferable alternative to the stressful and costly court process.
M. J. O'Nions Lawyer & Mediator
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http://www.mjonions.com/mediation/"
2. Mediation is an alternative to the traditional court process
in order to resolve disputes. Mediation is the process by
which a neutral third party, the “Mediator,” assists people
to resolve their dispute and reach a voluntary settlement.
A Mediator is not a judge, he or she helps people negotiate
a fair settlement of their dispute.
3. M.J. O’Nions Lawyers & Mediators practice both Civil Mediation
and Family Mediation.
Some of the typical Civil Mediation cases involve disputes in
employment context such as “Workplace Mediation,” disputes relating
to an estate “Estate Mediation,” disputes relating to strata units “Strata
Mediation,” or any other dispute people have that needs resolution.
Family Mediation is usually mediation revolving around divorce
or the breakup of a relationship. Family Mediation can involve dealing
with property division, child guardianship, spousal and child support,
etc.
4. The philosophy of M.J. O’Nions Lawyers & Mediators is to
use an array of different types of mediation techniques
depending on the situation. We do not necessarily advocate
one type of mediation style over another. We believe that
each type of mediation has its merits depending on the
appropriate circumstances. For example, in Family
Mediation we prefer a more interests based approach to
mediation.
5. Mediation can save you money compared to litigating in
court.
Mediation will save you time as opposed to a lengthy court
process.
Mediation is a confidential process between the parties, it
does not form part of the public record like a court
application.
The mediation process is less adversarial without the win
or loss at court, which leads to a greater chance of
preserving relationships.
6. A lawyer mediator can provide legal information
informing the participants of the legal issues involved
in their dispute. A lawyer mediator can also draft the
settlement agreement or separation agreement on
behalf of the parties.
