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Mediation is a process that can be conducted in three ways that vary in formality, goals, the mediator's techniques, and outcomes. Listed from more formal to less formal, the styles of mediation are: settlement conference, facilitative, and transformative.

It may be easy to establish who is at fault, but you do not want to go into mediation saying things like, ?This is all your fault? or ?If not for you, I wouldn't have been injured.? Placing blame can raise the other party's guard, which could make them less likely to compromise.

Mediation is a form of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) that is offered by OGC as an alternative to traditional litigation. Mediation is an informal means of resolving a dispute with the active, direct participation of the parties and the assistance of a trained mediator.

Parties agree to work together toward a final resolution, considering how any solution must address the interests of all parties. The mediator is a neutral person who does not represent the parties, advise them, evaluate the case, or make a decision.

Private mediation This typically costs $150 to $500 per party, per hour. Since this option attracts parents with more complicated disputes, custody cases tend to resolve in two or three sessions, while divorces can take three or more.

There is no public record of a mediation session (no court reporter is present) and discussions are confidential, unless otherwise provided for by law, regulation or rule. Mediation is not binding (except for any agreement reached by the parties) and a party may withdraw from mediation at any time.