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Michael Hackett Rule 31 Listed General Civil Mediator 757 Duncan Ct. Brentwood, TN 37027 Phone: 615 440-0446 Fax: 615 373-3477 Email: mehackett@comcast.net Other URL http://www.hackettmediator.com |
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Mediation Philosophy - The individuals closest to the problem are the best experts on the problem. Therefore the best experts deliver the best solutions. Mediation is a voluntary, informal process in which a mediator assists two or more parties in reaching a mutually acceptable settlement of their dispute. As mediators we will not take one side or the other in helping people resolve their disputes. Your mediator may offer suggestions, but resolution of the dispute rests with the parties themselves. The mediation proceedings are strictly confidential and private. If the parties are unable to reach a settlement, they are free to pursue other options. Mediation is quicker and a great deal less expensive than litigation. Typically the cost of mediation is divided equally between parties. As mediators we are committed to: providing parties in dispute a safe, fair and effective alternative to resolving their differences through a highly effective mediation process where the parties are in control of the outcome. a totally private and confidential process facilitating the process as an impartial third party ensuring fairness in the process reducing tensions and managing the mediation agenda providing focus and clarifying misunderstandings helping parties make realistic assessments making suggestions for mutually acceptable solutions overseeing parties in their development of a settlement agreement providing mediation services to all counties of Tennessee |
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BS and MS degrees from The University of Memphis The parties will compensate the mediator at an hourly rate of $125 (shared equally) for mediation services that includes: conference calls, correspondence, review of written submissions, the mediation session, and post-mediation communications. If two mediators are required or requested no additional cost other than reasonable out of pocket expenses for the second mediator is required. In addition the parties will reimburse the mediator or mediators for all reasonable expenses incurred on the parties’ behalf, including: travel (in excess of 20 miles one way), lodging, meals, postage, and other out of pocket expenses. The parties agree to share equally the cost of the mediation, and therefore the payment of the mediator’s fees and expenses will not be an issue in the mediation. No later than two days before the mediation, the parties will pay the mediator an estimated payment for 5 hours for the mediation session. If the mediation session is less than 5 hours, the mediator will refund the difference to the parties at the end of the mediation. If the mediation is more than five hours, the parties will pay the mediator the balance due within 5 working days of the conclusion of the mediation. Mediation 101 Workshop “The Mediation Parties Own the Process” - So it is important to know what your own (This workshop is offered at no cost) We offer a short workshop for any individual or organization wishing to learn more about the mediation process. Training topics include: how the mediation process works, how to prepare for mediation, how to present your case, the proper mediation demeanor, roles of the mediation parties, good faith negotiating, and preparing a final settlement document. Cost for Faith Based Mediation There is no charge for Faith Based Mediation other than travel, lodging, meals and any other reasonable out of pocket expenses. Faith based mediation includes such organizations as churches, synagogues, faith based schools etc. |
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