In Person
Until 2020 the vast majority of mediations were conducted in person, with the participants and any legal representatives conducting face to face and mediated negotiations.
Although the original catalyst to the move online (COVID 19) has now thankfully reduced very significantly in impact, mediations are still conducted online as and when appropriate. While views still differ on online vs in person, both clearly have their place in the mediation world. Some cases will be suitable for online mediation, some will not.
Online
How does online mediation work?
Apart from the fact that is done virtually through the internet, it works in the same way as mediations in person. Joint sessions are usually held where everyone can see and hear each other, and then private sessions which cannot be heard or seen by the other participants.
Although mediations can in theory be conducted by telephone, this is not recommended. Being able to see each other works much better.
What will I need for an online mediation?
Pretty much all you will need is a computer and a room to call in from which will allow you some quiet and privacy.
MRSL use Zoom which has unique meeting links and a secure password. You shouldn’t need to purchase any software to use it. We will set the meeting up.
Any questions or concerns you might have can be answered ahead of the day to make sure everything works as it should at the mediation meeting.