Mediation Agreement

/ˌmiːdiˈeɪʃən əˈɡriːmənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A contract in which parties agree to submit disputes to mediation before pursuing litigation or arbitration.
    The parties signed a mediation agreement to resolve their contract dispute amicably.
  2. (n.) A document outlining the rules, procedures, and obligations applicable to the mediation process.
    The mediation agreement specified confidentiality and the mediator's role.

Forms

  • mediation agreements

Commentary

Mediation agreements often emphasize confidentiality and the voluntary nature of the process; drafters should clearly define mediator authority and procedural rules to avoid later disputes.

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