Judicial mediation

Judicial mediation is a form of voluntary alternative dispute resolution that allows the parties to avoid a formal hearing. It is normally used in complex cases of sex, race or disability discrimination that are expected to last several days. A judicial mediation is a private confidential hearing, usually lasting one day, managed by a judge who tries to help the parties reach a settlement. If mediation fails, a different judge will hear the case. There is no charge for judicial mediation.