FAQ
What is mediation?
Three Stone mediator Michael Smith discusses what mediation is and what it entails.
What are the likely costs of mediation?
Three Stone mediator Matthew Marsh looks at mediation fees and legal costs associated with mediation.
Can I be forced to mediate?
Three Stone mediator James Gibbons considers the question; can I be forced to mediate?
What can you expect at a mediation?
Three Stone mediator Stephen Baister offers some thoughts on what you can expect from a mediation.
Online or in person mediation? Which is best?
Three Stone mediator Matthew Marsh discusses the best format for a mediation; should it be on-line or in person?
How do I choose a mediator?
Three Stone mediator Stephen Baister offers some thoughts on choosing a mediator
What does a mediator do?
Three Stone mediator Michael Smith discusses what a mediator does
How is a mediator different from a judge?
Three Stone mediator Michael Smith discusses some of the differences between a mediator and a judge.
Why should I trust a mediator?
Three Stone mediator Matthew Marsh examines one of the core elements of mediation - trusting the mediator.
What is the best stage at which to mediate? Before or after proceedings have been issued?
Three Stone mediator Matthew Marsh looks at the thorny question of timing. Should it be early on or later when the issues have crystallised?
What is a position statement?
Three Stone mediator Stephen Baister talks about what a position statement is and what it should contain.
What should go into a mediation bundle?
Three Stone Mediator Stephen Baister offers some thoughts on what should go into the mediation bundle: keep it short.
Should we have a joint opening session?
Three Stone mediator James Gibbons gives thought to whether the parties should have a joint opening session?
What can be done when the parties are stuck?
Three Stone mediator James Gibbons reflects on what can be done when the parties become stuck in a mediation?
Can I be forced to settle in a mediation?
Three Stone mediator James Gibbons ponders the question; can I be forced to settle in a mediation?
Why not just pick up the phone and settle?
Three Stone Mediator Michael Smith considers the question often asked when mediation is suggested, ‘Why not just pick up the phone and settle?'.