Mediator

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Mediators work independently from the court system, although mediation is sometimes court-ordered. Mediators can meet with clients in private offices or meeting rooms. Sometimes the meetings take place off-site in a neutral location. A Mediator’s purpose is not to deliver a decision but to guide the sparring parties through the dispute resolution process. They gather information about the case and get a sense of what each party believes and needs. The Mediator facilitates meetings between the parties at which they can talk through ways to come up with a settlement that’s satisfactory to both. These meetings can get heated, so the Mediator needs to stay calm and help keep the proceedings under control. They never take sides and must remain impartial throughout the process.

What does a Mediator do?

A Mediator, or Conciliator, facilitates alternative resolution services for legal disputes. Their duties include facilitating negotiations, enforcing procedural matters and interviewing involved parties.

Responsibilities

A Mediator should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Mediator should be able to execute:

Explaining how the mediation process works when meeting with new clients
Communicating with all involved parties to gather information and help the opposing parties work through their differences
Interviewing everyone involved, including witnesses, and reviewing any documentation provided
Sorting through the needs and concerns of both parties
Scheduling meetings with involved parties to hold the negotiations
Assisting parties in understanding applicable laws, precedents and other established guidelines

Required Skills

A competitive Mediator will have certain skills and qualifications, including:

Knowledge of laws, guidelines and procedural matters
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including active listening
Exceptional conflict resolution skills and creative solutions
Ability to maintain neutrality
Willingness to uphold a code of conduct
Background in the area of the dispute, such as medical knowledge for a healthcare issue

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