How To Get The Most Out Of Your Roster Mediator

This topic assumes something that may or may not be obvious. If you hire a private mediator, presumably you are paying more than $600 for a half-day mediation. If you are paying premium prices, you have every right to expect a premium service. You may be selecting a private mediator based on their knowledge of substantive law, their knowledge of mediation procedure, protocols and tactics, their past experience either as a lawyer, judge or otherwise, or their problem-solving skills to name but a few of the primary attributes of a private mediator.

When you hire a roster mediator or have a roster mediator appointed, there is significant variability in relation to the mediator's knowledge, experience and training. Roster mediators may be new to the market or they may be veterans in the marketplace.