"Discourage litigation. Persuade your neighbors to compromise whenever you can. Point out to them how the nominal winner is often a real loser - in fees, expenses and waste of time." -- Abraham Lincoln, 1850.
Mediation allows the parties to reach a settlement on their own terms - not terms that are imposed by the Judge or a jury. Whether it is a personal injury claim or a business-related dispute, a lengthy litigation can often delay your client the resolution that they seek. It also allows a neutral third party, such as me, to discuss the various aspects of your case directly with you and your client, providing an opportunity for a "fresh set of eyes" to point out the risks of going to trial, versus settlement.
