Over the course of a typical 2 hour mediation, mediators lead disputing parties through a discussion and help them develop their own agreement. Everyone gets heard without interruptions, in a safe comfortable setting. Although most mediations end in agreement, the option of litigation is still open to disputing parties if they are not satisfied with the results.

The Dispute Resolution Center of Washtenaw County has helped thousands of people achieve satisfactory results and avoid costly litigation through mediation.

Mediation is a process for disputing individuals and organizations to resolve conflict.

•Conflict Resolution: Using experienced, neutral mediators
• Affordable: For all members of the community
• Risk Free: Mediators help disputing parties create their own solutions- nothing is decided without everyone’s agreement
• Highly Effective: Most mediations reach agreement
• Easy and Convenient: The DRC sets up the appointment, contacts the disputing parties, provides a professional location
• Private: Mediation is confidential and not part of the public record, unlike court proceedings
• Timely: Mediations are scheduled quickly, last usually one or two sessions each 2-3 hours long, and do not delay the process of litigation if parties do not reach a mediation agreement