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Mediators naturally have different styles. Lawyers may feel that certain mediators are better for certain disputes. Thus the selection of the mediator is made with counsel. As to payment generally each side pays the mediator equally at the end of the mediation and regardless of the outcome.

Please contact the Mediation Department in your county to request an in person mediation. The Family Mediation Program provides Florida Supreme Court Family Certified Mediators to help disputing parties with open court cases.

Mediation agreements are enforceable: If you reach an agreement in mediation, that agreement must be put into writing and signed by the parties. The written agreement becomes a legally binding document (contract), which is enforceable by the court.

Fees for most cases are $200.00 per hour, with each side paying 1/2, or an appropriate proportion for arbitration or mediation involving more than 2 sides. Finalizing Self-Help Divorces can be done for $175.00 per hour. Fee for more complex matters such as Construction Litigation are usually $250.00 per hour.

Both parties can pay for mediation or one party can pay in full?unfortunately there is no law or rule that specifically states who must pay what at mediation. Your attorney can help you select the mediator that is the right fit for your case both in their style and in their fee structure.

A mediated agreement allows you and the other person or party to reach flexible solutions to your dispute: Mediation provides you with an opportunity to be creative with your solutions. If both sides agree, you can reach a settlement agreement specific to your individual needs.