Resolve it without a hearing
Structured mediation of workplace, employment, human rights and business disputes.
Mediation that moves toward resolution
Mediation is a voluntary, structured process in which an impartial mediator helps parties reach their own agreement. It is not about declaring a winner — it is about finding a resolution the parties can live with, often faster and at lower cost than litigation.
Effective mediation requires preparation, legal knowledge, and the ability to identify the interests beneath stated positions. The focus here is on practical outcomes, not indefinite discussion.
Matters we mediate
Wrongful dismissal
Termination disputes where an employee challenges the reasonableness of cause, notice, or severance offered.
Workplace conflict & harassment
Interpersonal conflict, bullying, and harassment complaints that have strained the working relationship.
Human-rights complaints
Complaints of discrimination or harassment based on a protected ground under the Human Rights Code.
Business & partnership disputes
Disagreements between business partners, shareholders, or co-owners over direction, duties, or exit.
How mediation works
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Pre-mediation call with each party
The mediator speaks separately with each side in advance to understand the facts, the interests beneath the positions, and what each party needs to walk away with.
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Mediation briefs
Each party prepares a brief setting out the background, the issues, and the relief sought. Briefs are exchanged so everyone arrives informed and ready.
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Mediation session
A structured session — joint discussion and private caucuses — guided by the mediator toward common ground and workable terms.
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Written terms of settlement
When the parties reach agreement, the terms are recorded in writing and signed, so the resolution is clear, enforceable, and durable.
Why parties choose mediation
Faster
Mediation can resolve a dispute in weeks rather than the months or years litigation often requires.
Less costly
Avoiding prolonged court or tribunal proceedings can significantly reduce the financial cost of resolving the dispute.
Parties keep control
The outcome is shaped by the parties themselves, not imposed by a judge or adjudicator who may not understand the relationship.
Confidential
Discussions and offers made during mediation are confidential and cannot be used in later litigation.
Outcomes depend on the parties and the circumstances of each dispute. Mediation offers the opportunity for a faster, more controlled resolution, but it does not guarantee a settlement.
Mediation fees
Half-day mediation
$1,800+ HST
A focused half-day session suited to narrower or single-issue disputes.
Full-day mediation
$3,200+ HST
A full-day session for matters with multiple parties or complex issues.
Facilitated workplace conversation
$1,200+ HST
A structured facilitated conversation to address conflict before it escalates.
Mediation fees are usually shared between the parties. The appropriate format and any additional costs are confirmed at the outset. View fee arrangements.
Book a mediation enquiry
An initial enquiry helps clarify whether mediation fits your dispute, who should be at the table, and how the process can be structured — before you commit to anything.
Book a mediation enquiry