Minnesota Alternative Dispute Resolution FAQs

• Q: What Is Contract Mediation?
  A: Contract mediation usually starts when negotiations between the parties become non­productive or cease altogether. The mediator convenes a meeting to help the … More
• Q: What Is Grievance Mediation?
  A: Grievance mediation is a significant and growing area. Using traditional mediation procedures and techniques, mediators assist labor and management in the resolution … More
• Q: Can Mediation Work When One Party Is Much Less Sophisticated Financially?
  A: This is referred to as a balance of power issue since knowledge and power are closely related. Power between the parties doesn`t have to be equal at the beginning of … More
• Q: What If One Side Is Suspicious That The Other Side Is Hiding Or Misrepresenting Income Or Assets?
  A: Both parties must trust that full financial disclosure will be made. If suspicions run deep, mediation is generally inappropriate.
• Q: Which People Are More Likely Candidates For Mediation?
  A: Since mediation is strictly voluntary, both members must want to reach a fair settlement in a non­adversarial way. They must have the ability to sit in the same … More

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