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Mediation Briefs 101 With luck, it can be written, edited and assembled in about 4-6 hours. Introduction: 200+/- words describing the type of case and a short version of the facts and damages. Coming Events: Procedural status of case: trial date, pending motions (both discovery and dispositive) and scheduled discovery.

Mediation is a flexible dispute resolution process in which an impartial third party facilitates negotiations between parties to help them devise their own, mutually acceptable solutions. The mediator will ask questions, reframe issues, assist the parties to understand each other, and help identify solutions.

A: There is no time limit for the mediation process.

As noted above, the heart of the mediation privilege is confidentiality. Essentially, by statute, the only statement or writing made in connection with mediation which can be disclosed without the express consent of both parties is the agreement reached during the mediation itself.

Specifically, Federal Rule of Evidence 408(b) allows evidence of settlement negotiations to be used for purposes other than proving the validity of the claim; like proving bias, negating a contention of undue delay, or in the context of criminal investigations.

FMCS mediators can assist in initial contract negotiations by providing mediation, facilitation, and/or training services to the parties. Mediation is a process that occurs when a neutral, third-party facilitates discussion to assist the parties in negotiating their contract.

Becoming a certified mediator in New Mexico typically takes around 40 hours of training, followed by a minimum of 20 hours of mediation experience. Depending on your schedule, the entire process can be completed in a few months to a year, depending on how quickly you fulfill the training and experience requirements.

Follow the instructions of the facilitator/ mediator ? Be aware of time limits ? Be willing to make some adjustments in your behavior if any are requested.

Except as otherwise provided in the Mediation Procedures Act 44-7B-1 NMSA 1978 or by applicable judicial court rules, all mediation communications are confidential, and not subject to disclosure and shall not be used as evidence in any proceeding.