CRAINE MEDIATION
CRAINE MEDIATION
Mediation is a non-adversarial approach to resolving issues in a dispute. The process is facilitated by a neutral third party trained in mediation. The Mediator usually also has a professional degree in the area in which they mediate.
Initially, the mediator meets with each party separately to evaluate the appropriateness of the dispute for mediation. Once a decision is made that the mediation will go forward, the mediator meets with both parties and facilitates a discussion around settlement options. The mediator facilitates the participants to make decisions allowing each person to realize a positive result. Once the participants reach an agreement as to the resolution of their dispute, the mediator drafts up a summary of the agreement reached. Sometimes the agreement needs to be reviewed by legal counsel (in a divorce, for example) before it can be incorporated into a judgment through proper legal procedure.
Mediation does not replace the need for legal counsel. A mediator does not give legal advice. Legal questions require the advice of a licensed attorney. A mediator who is an attorney cannot operate as an attorney giving legal advice and mediate on the same case.
A deposit is usually required at the start of the mediation process. If the initial deposit is used up, an hourly rate is usually charged. The length and number of mediation sessions required will vary depending on the types of issues to be resolved.
For more information about how CRAINE MEDIATION can best assist you, call 248-539-3850 or e-mail us at faq for a FREE phone consultation.
Ellen M. Craine, JD, LMSW, ACSW
31874 Northwestern Highway
Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334
Phone: 248-539-3850
Fax: 248-539-9110
CRAINE MEDIATION
RAINE MEDIATION
CRAINE MEDIATION
CRAINE MEDIATION