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What is Mediation?

Mediation is a place where dispute and resolution meet. It’s where people involved in a fight can safely, confidentially, and thoroughly, work through what matters most to them. It’s not magic; it’s a process, a process by which a neutral facilitator helps people in conflict find a mutually acceptable solution. Mediation is confidential, freeing up the parties to speak their minds, hear the other’s view, and investigate all the options. The goal is not to ignore or diminish the conflict itself, but to engage it. Parties are encouraged to analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the various positions, and to develop a full understanding of the conflict’s components. They can then identify their best and worst options for solving the problem, and reach an agreement which satisfies all involved.

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Why Mediation

Mediation allows parties to take control of their dispute, reduce their costs and delay, and reach a mutually satisfying agreement. It helps people find a result that is practical, prompt, and predictable - you won’t get that in court. So if the problem is one in need of a solution everyone can live with, whether or not a case is filed in the court, mediation fits the bill. Learn more…

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Brian Purtill is a natural-born mediator. His thirty years of civil litigation focused not just on trying cases in the courtroom, but on seeking resolution out of court wherever possible. For the past twenty years, he’s also been at his best as a mediator, helping others find their own best solutions. Learn more…

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50 Santa Rosa Ave., Suite 420
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
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