Mediation
What is mediation?
Mediation is a structured process of assisted negotiation that helps people in conflict build a mutually agreeable and sustainable resolution. The mediator is an impartial facilitator that creates a safe space for sharing perspectives, clarifying the problem and collaborating on a solution. The mediator does not provide the answers, they instead ask questions that empower parties to come up with their own answers. Mediation is voluntary, confidential, and low-risk.
Why mediate:
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Mutually satisfactory outcomes: When solutions have been agreed to and not imposed by a judge or arbitrator, the parties have higher satisfaction and are much more likely to comply with agreements.
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Custom, comprehensive and achievable agreements: Mediated settlements can address more than the legal issues and ensure that the settlement is achievable and sustainable.
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Self-determination: Parties who negotiate their own settlements have more control over the outcome as they are empowered by this voluntary process.
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Fits your schedule: Mediation is flexibly scheduled and can produce an agreement much more rapidly than litigation.
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Low-stress: Mediation is an informal and confidential process that reduces anxiety and embarrassment.
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Relationship management: Many conflicts involve a relationship that will continue into the future in some form. A mediated settlement that addresses all parties’ interests helps to preserve and, in some cases, strengthen the relationship.
Types of disputes we can help with
Community Mediation
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Landlord/Tenant
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Family Relationships
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Neighbor Disputes
Business and NonProfit
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Supervisor/supervisee
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Co-worker
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Contracts
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Partnership
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Merchant/consumer
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Real Estate
Through Placer Courts
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Small Claims
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Civil Harassment
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Unlawful Detainer