| What is Mediation? |
In a mediation procedure, a neutral party, the mediator, helps the parties to reach a mutually satisfactory settlement of their dispute. (Any settlement is recorded in an enforceable contract??) Parties can explore a variety of options toward resolving their personal disputes with a hands-on problem solving approach.
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| Why Should I Choose Mediation over Litigation? |
Experience shows that litigation often ends in settlement. Mediation is an efficient and cost-effective way of achieving that result while preserving the integrity of the individual parties.
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| MEDIATION VS. LITIGATION |
Mediation
- A non-binding procedure controlled by the parties
- Individual parties are the final decision makers.
- Parties are free to abandon the process at any time after the first meeting if they find that its continuation does not meet their interests.
- Mediation is a confidential* procedure
- Involves minimal risk for the parties involved and generates significant benefits.
*within boundaries of city and state law
Litigation
- A binding procedure controlled by an outside element
- Judges are final decision makers.
- Parties are bound by judgement, whether or not it meets their interests.
- Litigation is a matter of public record.
- Involves maximum risk for the parties involved. Generates no significant benefits.
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| Mediation Sessions take place on Fridays at 3PM |
$300/Hour - 2 Hour Minimum - Payable in Advance
All mediations take place at :
Legal Grind - 2640 Lincoln Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
Drinks and Snacks included
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| About our Mediator |
- Private Practicing Family Law Attorney since 1993
- Certified Mediator (Pepperdine Law School)
- Mediator at Los Angeles Superior Court
- Member of Legal Grind Panel since 1996
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| Notes |
- All 2 hour sessions shall begin promptly at 3PM and conclude promptly at 5 PM
- Parties will have option to extend mediation at conclusion of session.
- Any single day sessions longer than 2 hours must be reserved in advance. Maximum single day session, 5 hours.
- Mediator requires individual parties to complete and exchange a preliminary declaration of disclosure.
- Optional caucus (individual) sessions with mediator can also be arranged.
- Parties are advised to have a contract drawn up summarizing agreement via independent counsel or document preparation service.
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