Washington Alternative Dispute Resolution FAQs

• Q: What Are The Differences Between Mediation And The Court System?
  A: Mediation is cooperative, respectful, flexible, confidential, constructive, informal, based on a win­win system.
• Q: How Does Mediation Work?
  A: No one really has the exact answer to this question. The magic of mediation is that the process is respectful toward everyone involved. Several people are more likely … More
• Q: Why Should I Mediate?
  A: Mediation is a faster and, in most cases, a more cost effective way to reach solutions. It can do things the legal system is not allowed to do or will not take the … More
• Q: Is Mediation Voluntary?
  A: Mediation is always voluntary, although there are some rules about how it takes place and how we end or suspend mediation.

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