Showing posts with label resolving conflict. Show all posts
Showing posts with label resolving conflict. Show all posts
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Brisbane Mediations welcomes participants in the G20
Brisbane Mediations welcomes participants in the the G20 and it's associated B20, C20, L20, T20 and Y20.So many opportunities for global interests-national, cultural, political, economic and generational- to be represented and for greater understanding and cooperation to be nurtured. We believe passionately that enduring resolution of differences can come only from discussion and-most importantly-from listening. Go G20.
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Mediation Matters-What is mediation all about?
Parties sometimes get confused as to what Mediation is and what we do.
To take the example of a couple with a family law dispute, we initially have a confidential intake with each party.This usually takes one hour and enables us to explain the process, develop some rapport with the party and gain some insight into his or her perspective of the dispute.
If one party approaches us then we will usually have an intake with that party and if we consider the matter suitable for mediation, will invite the other party to also participate in a confidential intake.
If both parties are happy to attend mediation then we will proceed to schedule a four hour mediation, usually but not always on a separate day.
We are neutral and independent.The way that I normally explain "independence" is that I have had no previous connection or association with either party and by "neutrality", that I am not on anyone's team.It is absolutely vital that the mediator retains this independence and neutrality throughout the mediation.
As mediator, I use my experience and skills developed over a long period to help the parties resolve their dispute without needing to go to court for an outcome.If successful then the parties will save substantial legal costs and the stress and delay arising from court proceedings.The parties also have a better chance of being able to communicate in the future if they can keep their dispute out of court.
The mediation usually goes for four hours, however if the parties feel they are making progress then they can extend the time.
Usually the mediation is conducted by a single mediator, however we recommend a co-mediation model in some circumstances.Some of our mediators come from a legal background and some from a social science background and each has particular skills and training which they can bring to the mediation.We also offer a child-inclusive model and this is an option that parties sometimes want to explore particularly with older children.
We are happy to explain all our processes in detail so that parties come to the table with a good understanding of what is involved and how we will conduct the mediation.
Our job as mediators is to help the parties reach a resolution.We are not "pretend judges" and it is not our role to make decisions for the parties.
If the parties have engaged lawyers then we welcome the involvement of the lawyers in the mediation.It is entirely a matter for the parties if they want their lawyers to be involved and we are happy either way.
The total cost for two intakes and a four hour mediation is $2310 including GST and this can be shared between the parties.
In future blogs, I will share more information about our processes.
I also invite you to look at our website www.brisbanemediations.com.au
Help in resolving your dispute is only a phone call(07 3839 7400) or email(resolve@brisbanemediations.com.au) away.
Mike Emerson
Parties sometimes get confused as to what Mediation is and what we do.
To take the example of a couple with a family law dispute, we initially have a confidential intake with each party.This usually takes one hour and enables us to explain the process, develop some rapport with the party and gain some insight into his or her perspective of the dispute.
If one party approaches us then we will usually have an intake with that party and if we consider the matter suitable for mediation, will invite the other party to also participate in a confidential intake.
If both parties are happy to attend mediation then we will proceed to schedule a four hour mediation, usually but not always on a separate day.
We are neutral and independent.The way that I normally explain "independence" is that I have had no previous connection or association with either party and by "neutrality", that I am not on anyone's team.It is absolutely vital that the mediator retains this independence and neutrality throughout the mediation.
As mediator, I use my experience and skills developed over a long period to help the parties resolve their dispute without needing to go to court for an outcome.If successful then the parties will save substantial legal costs and the stress and delay arising from court proceedings.The parties also have a better chance of being able to communicate in the future if they can keep their dispute out of court.
The mediation usually goes for four hours, however if the parties feel they are making progress then they can extend the time.
Usually the mediation is conducted by a single mediator, however we recommend a co-mediation model in some circumstances.Some of our mediators come from a legal background and some from a social science background and each has particular skills and training which they can bring to the mediation.We also offer a child-inclusive model and this is an option that parties sometimes want to explore particularly with older children.
We are happy to explain all our processes in detail so that parties come to the table with a good understanding of what is involved and how we will conduct the mediation.
Our job as mediators is to help the parties reach a resolution.We are not "pretend judges" and it is not our role to make decisions for the parties.
If the parties have engaged lawyers then we welcome the involvement of the lawyers in the mediation.It is entirely a matter for the parties if they want their lawyers to be involved and we are happy either way.
The total cost for two intakes and a four hour mediation is $2310 including GST and this can be shared between the parties.
In future blogs, I will share more information about our processes.
I also invite you to look at our website www.brisbanemediations.com.au
Help in resolving your dispute is only a phone call(07 3839 7400) or email(resolve@brisbanemediations.com.au) away.
Mike Emerson
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Round the Table with Mike
Mediation Matters
Round the Table with Mike will be held again tomorrow 3 April 2013 at the Brisbane Mediations Dispute Resolution Centre, level 8, 225 Wickham Terrace Brisbane from 4pm to 6pm.
Round the Table with Mike provides an opportunity for individuals to meet and talk with a mediator about any aspect of mediation without any charge or obligation.
Round the Table with Mike takes place on the first and third Wednesdays of each month.
The opportunity exists to meet with a mediator privately or as part of a group to learn more about the mediation process and the advantages of mediation.
More and more parties are learning about the benefits of mediation particularly in avoiding the cost and stress of litigation and the inevitable delays that are part of the court process.
Members of the public are encouraged to drop in anytime between 4pm and 6pm on Wednesday to chat informally with one of our mediators.
While there is no need to book, parties are encouraged to call our manager Joanne McDonald on 3839 7400 to notify of intention to come and to have any preliminary issues clarified.
Brisbane Mediations has over 30 panel members who are able to convene a mediation at short notice to resolve conflict in any field.
For more information we encourage you to look at our website http://www.brisbanemediations.com.au
We look forward to answering your questions and assisting you.
Sunday, March 24, 2013
Mediation Matters
Keeping Up To Speed
As a mediator it is important to keep up to speed with developments in fields in which you conduct mediations.
Many, or dare I say most of my mediations are within the area of relationships and for that reason it is important to keep up with developments and trends in the area of Family Law where I also practise as a consultant.
I find that one of the best ways to do this is to undertake presentations for groups of lawyers in areas and topics of special interest.Doing a presentation involves a number of tasks and skills one of which is to research recent cases to ensure that the presentation is up to date and relevant.
Over the past month I have undertaken a number of presentations to lawyers including the following:
i) A presentation on Advocacy in the Family Law jurisdiction for the Ipswich District Law Association;
ii) One for LegalWise on Running a Successful Legal Practice;
iii) One for Thomson Reuters on Mediation and Negotiation for Lawyers.
All of these presentations were well attended and gave me an opportunity to network and converse with lawyers and to hone my skills.
I enjoy presenting to lawyers and appreciate invitations to present when they do come.
I was also pleased to participate as a guest panellist for the Queensland Chapter of the Institute of Arbitrators and Mediators(IAMA) at it's most recent monthly event and this provided a very worthwhile opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with fellow mediators who confront the same challenges and issues on a daily basis.
Attendance at the Thomson Reuters and LegalWise seminars also gave me the opportunity to hear from other speakers in areas of interest including Employment Law, Discrimination and Ethics.
These days it is simply not enough to hang up your shingle.Changes in the law and developments in mediation are constantly occurring and it is vitally important to keep abreast of these changes if you are committed to assisting parties resolve their disputes outside the court process with it's everpresent costs and delays.
As a mediator it is important to keep up to speed with developments in fields in which you conduct mediations.
Many, or dare I say most of my mediations are within the area of relationships and for that reason it is important to keep up with developments and trends in the area of Family Law where I also practise as a consultant.
I find that one of the best ways to do this is to undertake presentations for groups of lawyers in areas and topics of special interest.Doing a presentation involves a number of tasks and skills one of which is to research recent cases to ensure that the presentation is up to date and relevant.
Over the past month I have undertaken a number of presentations to lawyers including the following:
i) A presentation on Advocacy in the Family Law jurisdiction for the Ipswich District Law Association;
ii) One for LegalWise on Running a Successful Legal Practice;
iii) One for Thomson Reuters on Mediation and Negotiation for Lawyers.
All of these presentations were well attended and gave me an opportunity to network and converse with lawyers and to hone my skills.
I enjoy presenting to lawyers and appreciate invitations to present when they do come.
I was also pleased to participate as a guest panellist for the Queensland Chapter of the Institute of Arbitrators and Mediators(IAMA) at it's most recent monthly event and this provided a very worthwhile opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with fellow mediators who confront the same challenges and issues on a daily basis.
Attendance at the Thomson Reuters and LegalWise seminars also gave me the opportunity to hear from other speakers in areas of interest including Employment Law, Discrimination and Ethics.
These days it is simply not enough to hang up your shingle.Changes in the law and developments in mediation are constantly occurring and it is vitally important to keep abreast of these changes if you are committed to assisting parties resolve their disputes outside the court process with it's everpresent costs and delays.
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