Mediation is a process of resolving a dispute between two or more parties with the help of a neutral third party mediator. Mediation can be used in various situations, such as workplace disputes, family law, and civil litigation. Mediation is a flexible process that can be adapted to meet the needs of the parties involved. In this article, we’ll explore different types of mediation available, their advantages, and how
Rhino Mediation can help you.
- Evaluative Mediation:
Evaluative mediation is a process that involves the mediator studying each party’s case beforehand and then giving an impartial assessment. The mediator acts like a judge and provides a legal opinion on the case’s strengths and weaknesses. Evaluative mediation is suitable for parties who need an objective opinion to resolve the dispute. It is often used in commercial cases where the parties are willing to settle their dispute outside the court to save time and costs. - Facilitative Mediation:
Facilitative mediation is a process where the mediator helps the parties identify issues, articulate their interests and suggest potential solutions. The mediator focuses on the parties’ communication and helps them to understand the underlying issues. Facilitative mediation is suitable for parties who want to continue their relationship after the dispute is resolved. It is often used in family law cases, workplace disputes, and community conflicts. - Transformative Mediation:
Transformative mediation is an approach where the mediator helps parties to communicate and build their relationship while resolving a specific dispute. Transformative mediation seeks to transform the parties, so they become more aware of their differences, their connection, and find a mutually beneficial way forward. Transformative mediation is suitable for disputes that involve underlying relationship issues, such as family law, elder care, and organizational conflicts. - Narrative Mediation:
Narrative mediation is a process that involves the mediator helping the parties tell and hear their stories. The mediator encourages each party to express themselves and encourages empathy in the parties to create a better understanding of each other’s perspective. Narrative mediation is suitable for disputes that involve understanding parties’ emotional experiences and how their experiences shape their behavior. It is often used in family law, workplace disputes, and community conflicts.
Benefits of mediation services
- Mediation is a quicker process than going through a court, saving time and money
- Parties maintain control over the outcome and the solution reached
- Mediation has a higher success rate than going through the courts
- Mediation is usually confidential, which means parties can avoid publicity
Overview
Mediation is an effective way to resolve disputes outside of court. With an understanding of the different types of mediation available, parties can choose the process that best suits their needs. Rhino Mediation offers a professional and efficient mediation service to parties looking to resolve conflicts. With Rhino Mediation, parties can benefit from the flexibility, confidentiality, and cost-saving aspects of mediation.
