Mediation

Mediation is where a Neutral helps those involved in a dispute to reach an agreement.

The process is safe in that it is voluntary (either of those involved can withdraw at any time until agreement is reached), and all communications during the mediation are "without prejudice" (and, therefore, cannot be disclosed later without the consent of all concerned).

The process is quick. It may take up to two weeks from beginning to end, but can be completed within two days when necessary. 

Our mediators are accredited, and are specialists in handling employment disputes and issues.

Our mediations are conducted with or without attendance at meetings, particularly between those directly involved.

The following kinds of matters may be referred to mediation -

• discrimination
• harassment
• bullying
• breach of contract
• suspected incapability
• working relationship breakdowns
• trust & confidence issues
• severance negotiations
• employment tribunal proceedings

Mediation is ideal for resolving work issues particularly where nobody involved has any interest in establishing legal precedents, or taking part in confrontational, adversarial proceedings leading to a judgment.

Mediation involves no judgments, and no cross-examinational dramatics. It is a process where a Neutral facilitates an agreement between those involved in a respectful and safe environment.

In many cases, the parties to a dispute will agree to postpone any grievance, disciplinary, appeal or legal proceedings between them until the outcome of a mediation process is known.

Please click on the link above for further information, or contact us to discuss referring an issue or dispute to mediation.