What are the benefits and challenges of using third-party mediators?

Disputes don't result in litigation when the solution is manifestly clear. There is always a chance that even the strongest case will result in a surprise. A mediator with gravitas - a former judge, for example - may use that authority to make an otherwise blindfolded party see the risks of taking its case all the way to trial. How much recovery is the claimant willing to forego to have certainty today instead of another six to eighteen months (or more) of uncertainty? How much is the defendant willing to pay to avoid the risk of a much larger recovery at the hands of a jury? The parties' attorneys are not, as advocates, positioned well to have these types of discussions with their clients.

Externe Mediatoren haben den Vorteil, dass sie mit einem ganz frischen Blick von außen auf die Situation blicken. Objektivität ist damit am ehesten gewährleistet. Neutralität und Unparteilichkeit fallen externen Mediatoren oft leichter, allerdings ist die Einhaltung dieser Prinzipien für professionelle Mediatoren immer unabdingbar und auch umsetzbar, auch wenn die innerbetrieblich eingesetzt sind. Es kann Vorteil wie Nachteil sein, wenn man betriebliche Abläufe und Interna kennt, das hängt vom individuellen Einzelfall ab.

Se debe tener en cuenta que la imparcialidad y la neutralidad son esenciales en el proceso de mediación o negociación. La primera,, se refiere a no tener intereses reales o aparentes frente a las partes que están en el conflicto. La segunda, es la actitud que tomamos durante el proceso de negociación, es la forma en la que debemos actuar en cada una de las etapas del proceso.

Parties’ Control Resolution Another benefit to using a third-party mediator is that the parties have control of the resolution. The parties dictate if the case resolves and what resolution looks like. If the matter proceeds to court or some administrative agency, another third-party dictates resolution and what that looks like.

La confidencialidad tiene límites que están establecidos por el ordenamiento jurídico y por los derechos humanos. La protección a la niñez, también, cuando estamos frente a un delito de carácter penal, o cuando se está afectando la ética de la mediación y cuando se ve afectado a un tercero en su dignidad humana.

A few more tips: 1. Agree on a budget. It's a good idea to agree on a budget for the mediation upfront. This can help keep costs under control and prevent any surprises down the road. 2. Determine who pays what. Decide who will pay for the mediator's fee, any additional expenses, and any administrative costs associated with the mediation. This should be clearly outlined in the mediation agreement. 3. Set up a payment schedule. Establish a payment schedule for the mediation fees and expenses. This can help ensure that the costs are paid on time and that there are no delays in the mediation process.

One way to manage cost or at least understand potential costs is to request a fee schedule up front. Most mediators will provide you with their fee schedule. Additionally, many mediators have both an hourly and daily rate. Choose the fee arrangement that suits your needs.

When it comes to sharing the costs of mediation between parties and a third-party mediator, there are several best practices to consider. Here are some of them: 1. Discuss the cost-sharing arrangement upfront. Before starting the mediation process, it's important to have an open and honest conversation about the cost-sharing arrangement. This discussion should include the mediator's fee, any additional expenses such as travel and accommodation, and how the costs will be split between the parties. 2. Consider a sliding scale fee. If the parties have significantly different financial resources, consider a sliding scale fee, where the cost of the mediation is based on each party's ability to pay.

Negociar y mediar implica un ahorro de energía humana, corporativa, institucional y política. ya que existe un desgaste moral y económico para los actores del conflicto. Llegar a un acuerdo por vía judicial resulta costoso en recursos materiales, en tiempo y es un desgaste psicológico para todos los que lo enfrentan. un proceso de negociación bien logrado indica ganancias o beneficios para ambas partes.

It is counsel's responsibility to give their clients information about the process of mediation and manage expectations. Clients who enter mediation with unreasonable expectations may leave disappointed even if an otherwise reasonable resolution is proposed.

A third party mediator may be more experienced and more proficient in handling mediation. Many a times, third party mediators have accreditions and experience in handling similar disputes. Hence, they might be better suited to mediate a dispute as compared to an in house mediator who may have limited experience and knowledge.