Early Settlement Mediation -

Early Settlement
Mediation is a process which allows individuals to voluntarily resolve disputes in a confidential out-of-court procedure
Who It's For Many Oklahomans find mediation helps them to resolve disputes involving: Neighbors Landlords and Tenants Consumers and Merchants Divorce and Family Victim/Juvenile Offenders Small Claims Court Civil Court Guardianship Agriculture Parent/School Community	How Mediation Works In Mediation a neutral, third party helps those in conflict define issues, explore solutions and reach practical, workable and mutually satisfactory agreements. Mediation seeks to prevent conflicts from escalating, saving everyone involved the time and expense of going to court. Mediation is a process which can help ALL parties involved: Get past their anger, frustration, guilt or "desire to punish" Clarify their underlying, bottom-line goals See their "opponent's" feelings, viewpoints and goals Cooperatively build a lasting. WIN/WIN voluntary solution Create an atmosphere of on-going cooperation and efficiency All mediations are handled promptly and confidentially Mediation service can be provided in Spanish, German, and American sign. We will attempt to accommodate the special needs of the parties involved whenever possible.
Who are the Mediators? Mediators are community volunteers who have completed specialized training and are certified by the Administrative Director of Courts. Mediators assist both parties in negotiating and solving their own problems. They facilitate discussing problems and concerns and help the parities explore ways to improve the situation.	Where & When are Mediations Held? The mediation sessions are held in out-of-court settings, such as jury rooms, conference rooms, libraries, or other public meeting rooms. Every effort is made to schedule sessions at the convenience of everyone.
	What are the Costs? Court referred cases are free Self referred cases are $5.00 for each party School related issues for Oklahoma students are free