Ten reasons to mediate

1. More than 75% of mediations settle on the day or shortly after



2. Inexpensive in comparison to litigating in court



3. It discusses the real issues face-to-face



4. Quick to set-up and generally concludes in one day



5. It is confidential and cannot be reported on



6. It is fair and enables the client to express its point of view



7. It reduces management time and stress



8. It provides a mutually beneficial solution to resolve all issues



9. It is convenient and takes place at a location agreed between the parties



10. It may protect the party willing to mediate, should the dispute proceed to court where the other party refused to mediate

Anna Duffy is a Partner at DTM with significant experience in mediation.