Need a Tennessee Rule 31 Listed Mediator? We can help!
Rule 31 Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution process.
Most civil cases in Tennessee may be resolved through mediation. Mediation is an alternative resolution process that can speed up your case and greatly decreaselitigation costs.
As a Tennessee Rule 31 mediation, Harold Rushton can assist. In most domestic cases, such as divorce, child support and child custody cases, mediation is required. This allows the litigants to obtain control over the resolution of their case. During mediation, you will be able to negotiate the final resolution. This can negate going to trial, engaging in extensive discovery and or eliminate the need for countless depositions.
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Is Mediation Required?
In some cases, such as divorce actions in Tennessee, Mediation may be required by statute. This allows you to better control the outcome of your case. The sooner your case is resolved, generally, the less the costs of litigation.
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When is Mediation Appropriate?
Mediation is a great alternative to lengthy and costly protracted litigation. Civil Mediation may be held at almost any stage of a case, even before a lawsuit is filed.
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What types of cases can go to Mediation?
Civil cases are eligible for mediation in Tennessee, unless barred by statute or a Judge orders otherwise. Those include divorce, child custody, alimony, post-divorce issues, breach of contract, defective construction, negligence, such as car wrecks, employment matters and many others!
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How long does Mediation last?
In most cases, a resolution may be reached in one day. However, some complex cases may take more than one day to resolve. So long as both parties are negotiating in good faith and progress is being made, mediation may continue until a case is resolved. Remember, mediation may save you significant costs of litigation!
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Do I need an attorney to represent me in Mediation?
Although it is not required that you be represented by an attorney at mediation, we strongly advise you to seek counsel if there is a pending lawsuit in your case. Any settlement documents that must be filed with a court should be drafted by a qualified attorney. In some limited situations, you may choose not to hire an attorney, but that is your choice.
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How do I schedule Mediation?
Simply select your mediation date on the calendar below, fill out the form beside the calendar and click send. We will then send you a confirmation email with our mediation agreement and terms of services. Once both parties agree and we have all administrative items secured, your mediation date will be set. If you need assistance, you may use our contact for for assistance or call our office.
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Schedule your Mediation by selecting the available date on the calendar below, then simply complete the form beside the calendar with your information and click send. Once we receive your request, we will send you a confirmation, along with our Mediation Agreement and terms of service.
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Contact us today to schedule mediation for your case. EMAIL: Admin@TheRushtonLawFirm.com Harold E. Rushton, Esq., Tennessee Rule 31 Listed Mediation
