Virtual Mediation

Virtual mediation is very similar to traditional in-person mediation, but there are slight variations between the two. In addition, online mediations offer some advantages over in-person mediation, which include:

• Easier Planning and Scheduling. Like traditional mediation, remote mediations require scheduling and planning to be successful. It is not uncommon for a mediator to become acquainted with a case prior to mediation by reviewing case documents, speaking with the attorneys, and participants,  or in some instances conducting a pre-mediation conference. 

• Elimination of geographical barriers. Physical distance constraints are no longer an issue since travel is not required which can often lead to substantial cost savings. 

• Document Presentation. With an online mediation all documents that are shared, are easily shared electronically.

• Break Out Time / Recessing. Like in-person meetings, online meditations will also come with some downtime. However, in a virtual environment, you are free to do other things in the downtime, as long as everyone agrees to promptly return to the meeting when called. Often mediators can provide a time frame or a heads up when they will return to the virtual room to ensure that all parties are back and ready.