What are the 7 stages of mediation?

What are the 7 stages of mediation?

• Definition. Mediation is defined by the Tribunal as:
• The Mediation Process. The process has seven stages.
• PREPARATION AND MEDIATOR’S OPENING STATEMENT.
• PARTIES’ STATEMENTS AND MEDIATORS SUMMARIES.
• IDENTIFICATION AND LISTING OF ISSUES (AGENDA SETTING)
• JOINT EXPLORATORY DISCUSSION.
• PRIVATE MEETING.
• JOINT NEGOTIATION.

Do mediators report to the judge?

At the end of court-ordered mediation, the court-selected mediator will provide a written report to the judge to explain the progress of the case. Private mediation requires both spouses to agree to participate, and both must agree on the mediator who will facilitate the sessions.

What happens if mediation is unsuccessful?

When Mediation Fails If your court ordered mediation fails, you still retain the right to move to a trial and to litigate a decision. Sometimes, parties in an emotional mediation may think litigation is preferable, but this is typically not the case.

What happens if my wife refuses mediation?

The mediator will usually want to see each of you on your own before any joint mediation sessions can take place. If you don’t respond or decline mediation without a good reason, you will usually have to explain why you declined mediation to the judge, if your case subsequently goes to court.

Can you say no to mediation?

Are there times you should say —No“ in mediation? Absolutely. The difficulty for most practitioners is that they say —No“ to mediation, rather than saying —No“ to a specific proposal made during a mediation.

How do I recommend mediation?

Dos and Don’ts of Proposing Mediation or Collaboration

1. Do your homework.
2. Do give neutral reasons to mediate or collaborate.
3. Do offer to share information.
4. Do give your spouse choices.
5. Don’t try a hard sell.
6. Don’t threaten or patronize.
7. Do try again.

What are the stages of mediation?

Stages of Mediation

• Stage 1: Mediator’s opening statement.
• Stage 2: Disputants’ opening statements.
• Stage 3: Joint discussion.
• Stage 4: Private caucuses.
• Stage 5: Joint negotiation.
• Stage 6: Closure.

How do I get what I want in a divorce mediation?

In order to get what you want through the mediation process, you need to develop a strategy in advance. You need to know your priorities, you need to know your spouse’s priorities (at least to the extent that you can make educated guesses), and you need to know when it is time to compromise for the greater good.

Who pays for a mediator in a divorce?

Customarily, those fees are split 50/50 between the parties. In three-way mediation, the fee is usually split three ways. However, that is not always the case. At the close of the mediation, often one of the points of compromise is asking one side to pay the entire fee.

How do I start mediation?

The mediation process can include some or all of the following six steps:

1. Planning. Before the mediation process begins, the mediator helps the parties decide where they should meet and who should be present.
2. Mediator’s introduction.
3. Opening remarks.
4. Joint discussion.
5. Caucuses.
6. Negotiation.

How can I get free mediation?

Are you eligible for free mediation?

1. Your income (or combined income, if you have a partner) should not be more than £2,657 a month, before tax.
2. Your capital (not subject matter of the dispute) and savings (or combined savings, if you have a partner) should not be more than £8,000.

What should I bring to mediation?

Bring multiple plan and schedule ideas to discuss. Write down concerns and issues you want to discuss at mediation. Bring documents like work schedules and your child’s school schedule.

What are the ground rules for mediation?

Sample Ground Rules for Mediation

• We will take turns speaking and not interrupt each other.
• We will not demean, belittle, blame or attack each other, nor will we engage in put-downs, and will ask questions of each other for the purposes of gaining clarity and understanding only.