Courts have a backlog of cases these days, and many of the hearings can be settled without going to trial. Many law firms have begun to recommend mediation attorneys as a way for clients to avoid going to court. Mediation is an alternative for those already dealing with cases that have high emotions attached to them, like divorce. Deciding to go the route of mediation can also be a cost-saving factor.
Mediating a case keeps the clients in control of the outcome, as people lose all say in the final decision going before a judge. People can also spend more money going into litigation, and the wait for the trial can put more stress on an already stressful situation. Mediation attorneys are skilled in negotiation and take an unbiased approach to each side to assess both wants and wishes. These negotiations are more relaxed than a court trial as well, and people tend to feel less stressed and more open to negotiating the terms of a settlement. Working within the guidelines of mediation to settle a dispute also means an outcome that satisfies both parties. Each side feels that their terms are being met and respected, which is especially helpful in deciding custody terms and co-parenting when children are involved.
Deciding to go the route of mediation does not mean that a person cannot choose to go to trial when a resolution cannot be reached. In some cases, mediation does not work and clients have to go to court. When this happens, the discussions in any mediation session cannot be used during a trial because mediators are neutral and do not represent any side. Mediation does not work for many types of cases and is not always the best option if there is a lot of acrimony on each side. Attorneys will, however, try to guide clients toward mediation because litigation can result in a very one-sided settlement, and people lose any say in the final decision. Mediation gets each side an equitable agreement.
Blatz Law Firm offers Mediation as a service to clients who want to avoid court and the costs associated to it. Their team of attorneys work to provide the right outcome for all their clients. They practice many different areas of law, so visit Blatzlawminnesota.com to schedule a free consultation.
