Philadelphia Employment Mediation

Mediation is a type of alternative dispute resolution where a third party assists two other parties with resolving a grievance.  An employment mediator works to structure meetings between the two parties, and then facilitates an agreement based on the facts that come to light through those meetings.

While mediation is not legally binding, failure of one party to follow the results of mediation may allow the disadvantaged party to seek resolution in court.

If you face a legal issue that may be resolved through the use of a Philadelphia employment mediator, then the employment attorneys at Touchstone & Associates can help.

Employment mediation as an alternative to litigation

Mediation is sometimes the preferable option for the parties involved in an employment law dispute.  Very few events can be more damaging to a company, even a well established one, than a public legal dispute with an employee.  One such major employment dispute can wipe out substantial resources in terms of time and capital.  Should the conflict be with a key executive, the damage can be even more fundamental, and can distract even the best management team.

Often, employees also find mediation preferable to litigation.  Since litigation is generally a matter of public record, being involved in a legal action against a previous employer could make any future job hunts difficult.

An employment mediator can assist with these concerns for both the employer and employee.

The best reason to use mediation is that it frequently works.  The vast majority of arbitrated cases are satisfactorily resolved and settled, whereas litigation often results in unwanted publicity, blunt remedies and limited solutions.  In mediation, parties retain control of the entire process.

Mediation is also far less costly and time consuming than litigation, normally taking days to resolve instead of months or years.

Finally, mediation is very useful if the parties involved in the dispute want to maintain an ongoing relationship after the resolution.  Employment mediation keeps conflict to a minimum and strives to meet the needs of both parties, rather than the needs of one at the expense of the other.

Employment mediation attorneys in Philadelphia

At Touchstone & Associates, P.C., we are eager to apply our experience to your case.  Please review the information on our website and contact us for a consultation.  It is our philosophy that a consultation with Touchstone & Associates is an opportunity to earn your trust, your confidence and the privilege of representing you. Contact us today.