Settlement Conference

A settlement conference is a mediation process in which the parties attend with their attorneys (if they are represented). The parties and their attorneys are generally in separate rooms. I convey offers between the parties, provide the parties with my view as to the strengths and weaknesses of their case and provide my view as to the likely outcome at trial. The parties generally submit written material in advance. Unlike a mediation with the parties only, the sessions are generally scheduled for longer periods of time (4-8 hours) so as to enable the opportunity to resolve all the issues in one session. A binding written record of the agreement is signed at the end of the session.