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Alternative Dispute Resolution

Jul. 27, 2002

Control Issues

Column by Palmer Brown - Madden Mediators often begin mediation sessions with an opening statement that includes an explanation that they are "neutral."

        By Palmer Brown Madden

        Mediators often begin mediation sessions with an opening statement that includes an explanation that they are "neutral."
        They often explain that, unlike the parties who have a monetary interest in what occurs at the mediation, the mediator has no interest in its outcome.
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