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Is a mediation agreement legally binding NZ?
Any Settlement Agreement will be legally binding on the Parties, and any Party may enforce the terms of the Settlement Agreement by issuing court proceedings.
How does mediation work in NZ?
Mediation is where an independent person called a mediator helps resolve an employment relationship problem in a semi-formal and confidential environment. A mediator will help you to identify the main issues and find potential solutions. The aim is for you both to come to an agreement.
What powers does a mediator have?
The mediator is a person with patience, persistence and common sense. She/he has an arsenal of negotiation techniques, human dynamics skills and powers of effective listening, articulation and restatement. The mediator is a facilitator who has no power to render a resolution to the conflict.
How legally binding is a mediation agreement?
Mediators do not give legal advice and, in essence, the agreement is not legally enforceable unless put into a legal format.
Is mediation always voluntary?
Mediation is a voluntary process. It is optional for both parties. Unless both parties agree to mediation as a way to resolve their disagree- ment, a mediation session cannot be scheduled. The Mediation session is completely confiden- tial and encourages open communication.
Why is a mediation agreement important?
Mediation provides a neutral and confidential setting where both parties can openly discuss information about the underlying dispute. Through enhanced communication, mediation can foster improved working relationships and a better understanding of factors which may be affecting the overall workplace.
What are the nzdrc mediation rules?
The Parties have agreed that [all matters in dispute between them / the matters in dispute between them set out in the Schedule attached hereto (delete one)] shall be referred to Mediation in accordance with the Mediation Rules of the New Zealand Dispute Resolution Centre ( NZDRC Mediation Rules ).
Can the president of the NZ Law Society appoint an arbitrator?
It is not always possible for parties to a dispute to agree on an arbitrator, mediator or other expert. In such cases, some commercial agreements allow the President of the New Zealand Law Society to appoint an arbitrator or mediator to deal with the dispute.
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