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Review of Key Mediation Cases - Amelia Nice, 5 St Andrew's Hill

22/08/12. Mediation appears to be a growth area. This article reviews key cases concerning mediation. Subsequent articles will address current issues concerning mediation in the courts and development of government policy. 

Mediation is the leading alternative method of dispute resolution. It is a process is one in which two or more people involved in a  dispute voluntarily meet with a neutral third person to work out a solution to their problem. It is a confidential process, often fairly quick and cost effective. Depending on the type of case the success rate is 70-90% and there are a wider variety of settlement options than might be available through the courts. It can be used across many types of dispute including commercial, insurance, personal injury, employment and family.

In August 2011 the government signed a new Dispute Resolution Commitment requiring government departments...

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