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Mediation
What is Mediation?
Benefits of Mediation
Mediator Qualifications
Volunteer as a Mediator
Mediation Training
Programs
General Disputes
Divorce
Active Civil Cases
Community Outreach
Other
Related Links
Houston Bar Association
Houston Volunteer Lawyers
Houston Lawyers Referral Service
Newsletter
Español
Benefits of Mediation
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Benefits of Mediation
Efficient - typically 2 to 5 hours
Collaborative - participants work together towards a solution
Restorative - helps participants feel “made whole” again
Relationship-Building - focuses on future relationship of participants
Private - mediation is not a vehicle for legal discovery
Self-Determined Results - helps participants create customized agreements tailored to their specific needs
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Mediation can help participants avoid lengthy, expensive and public legal battles.