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.
Wat doet een Mediator?
A Mediator, or Conciliator, facilitates alternative resolution services for legal disputes. Their duties include facilitating negotiations, enforcing procedural matters and interviewing involved parties.
Verantwoordelijkheden
Een Mediator moet in staat zijn om verschillende taken en verantwoordelijkheden te vervullen. Hieronder staan enkele taken en verantwoordelijkheden die een Mediator moet kunnen uitvoeren:
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
Benodigde vaardigheden
Een concurrerende Mediator zal bepaalde vaardigheden en kwalificaties hebben, waaronder:
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
Soortgelijke aanbiedingen
Als u werft voor functies die gerelateerd zijn aan een Mediator, bekijk dan onze functiebeschrijvingen voor vergelijkbare rollen:
