The Haynes and Coogler models are suitable for family mediation

Table of contents

Introduction1

Discussion2

Importance of mediation3

History of mediation4

Styles of mediation5

Facilitative mediation6

Evaluation mediation6

Transformative mediation7

Narrative mediation8

Types of mediation8

Commercial/civil mediation9

Workplace/ employment mediation9

Family mediation9

Process of mediation10

Introductory remarks10

Statement of the problem/dispute11

Gathering relevant information11

Identification of the dispute/ problem12

Bargaining and Generating Options12

Reaching an agreement13

Role of mediator in dispute resolution14

Mediation laws15

Family mediation16

John Haynes model of mediation17

Application of Haynes model to family mediation18

Coogler model of mediation18

Application of Coogler model to family mediation19

Conclusion20

Bibliography22

The Haynes and Coogler models are suitable for family mediation

Introduction

Mediation in context of law is defined as the form of alternative dispute resolution. The alternative dispute resolution is one of the methods which are used for resolving of disputes between two or more parties with physical effects. In such disputes the third party which is the mediator assists the parties to negotiate and resolve the disputes. Many disputants in various circumstances and situations can mediate disputes in different domains. The domains include commercial, legal, workplace issues and many kinds of family matters.

The term mediation is described as the process in which the third party helps other individuals or parties to settle their agreement with other nations of the world. It can be stated that mediation has a proper structure, timetable and specific dynamics which other process of negotiation often lack in resolving disputes. The process of mediation is very confidential and kept private and it is enforced by the law. The participation in mediation is mostly voluntary. The mediator in the process of mediation is responsible to act neutral. He is responsible for facilitating the process and doesn't direct the process.

In order to resolve the dispute, the mediators use various kinds of methods and techniques so that dialogue can be opened and improved between the parties. The various methods used in mediation help the parties to reach to an agreement with consensus. The skills and training of mediation are also very essential in the process of resolving disputes between two parties. With the passage of time, many training programs and certifications have been introduced which help professional mediators to effectively resolve disputes.

During in any mediation process the parties in the dispute present their views and opinions regarding the issue. After that the mediator will work with each single party to reach to an agreement. At the end of the mediation process the mediator is responsible to present his findings and provide a sensible solution for the dispute. Unlike other method of alternative dispute resolution, the process of mediation is nonbinding. The mediator doesn't have the right to impose decisions on both the parties of the disputes. The mediator tries to present a solution which is acceptable by both the parties. The paper will discuss the history and importance of mediation. The paper will also illustrate the various styles and types of mediation in the community. The paper will also highlight the systemic process of mediation which is being followed. The paper will also provide details regarding the role of mediator and the various models. The paper will also ...