BUSINESS, CIVIL, REAL ESTATE

In many ways business relationships are like any other relationship – and along with the potential positive aspects of a relationship, come the possibilities potential conflicts and problems.

When conflicts arise in what is seen as a professional “business” or “civil law” relationship or transaction, it can appear and feel much more personal than professional. The tendency may be to call in lawyers to settle the dispute through litigation. However more and more those in conflict find mediation provides an effective and efficient means of resolution to business or other civil disputes.

CFR’s mediators are experts in conflict resolution. Our commitment at CFR is Peaceful • Positive • Resolution by assisting all parties through the process – preventing the additional stress, cost, and dis-empowerment that so often comes with ongoing conflict.

• Mediation is risk-free.

  There is no risk in trying to mediate a resolution to disputes, including those that would otherwise result in litigation. All discussion and agreements reached in mediation are voluntary and confidential. In addition the discussion and disclosure made in session is legally protected communication and cannot be used in future litigation (even if the issue is unable to be resolved in mediation). Agreement is at the sole discretion of those in conflict. Everyone involved in the mediation has an equal role in the process and the outcome.

• CFR Mediators are 100% neutral

  Neutrality is paramount to effective mediation process and we have designed our practice model to ensure mediator neutrality. Our mediators a are not affiliated with either side in the dispute, nor do they provide legal advice or advocate for one side over the other.

• Mediation is an efficient means of conflict resolution

  Through mediation, most disputes are resolved in a matter of hours, often in a single session. It is such a productive process that conflict resolution becomes an affordable option, removing the cost concerns that can prevent active settlement efforts.

Just like any conflict or dispute – individuals involved in a business or civil conflict are going to respond in different ways. Some people will avoid the conflict at all costs – much like an ostrich sticking its head in the sand. Some will try to “win” at the onset by bullying or bossing the person they are conflict with.

Mediation is a means where the disputants can engage in a process that supports the shared interests of the parties, building on their areas of agreement, and moving the past the emotional positions that support the conflict.

Additional articles of interest:

• Mediating Conflict in Business Partnerships
• An Alternative to Litigation
• Business Valuation For Mediated Cases
• Cost of Conflict
• Ensuring Mediator Neutrality
• Workplace Conflict Mediation
• Argument For Active Conflict Resolution
• When Is Mediation Appropriate
• Is a Mediated Agreement Legally Binding?
• The Problem With Litigation

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