Is Mediation Right for You?        

Mediation: A non-adversarial alternative

How many of the following apply to you?
I want a quicker and less stressful process than going to court.
I want a cheaper process than going to court.
I want to decide the outcome, and not be forced to do what a judge orders.
I have a complaint that I can’t take to court, but I still want it resolved.
I need to have a continued relationship with the person(s) who I have the complaint about.
Someone has already filed a lawsuit against me, and I want to avoid going to court.
I want my dispute to remain confidential, and not be part of a public record.
I don’t want to hire a lawyer.
If any of these statements apply to you, your dispute might be a good candidate for mediation.

Mediation can be used to resolve practically any dispute, including:
Alimony
Child custody and visitation
Child support
Class action lawsuits
Controversy regarding pets or other animals
Court ordered mediation settlement conferences
Disputes arising from existing contracts
Disputes that could not be litigated
Elder care issues
Employment or workplace disputes
Equitable distribution (ED)
Gay and lesbian (LGBT) issues GLBT
Homeowner’s association disputes
Insurance claims
Malpractice lawsuits
Negotiation of contracts
Property/land disputes
Roommate disputes
Sibling conflicts
Some criminal matters
Wills and estates
Workman’s compensation
Any other civil matter

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