Mediator selection with facilitator
Comprehensive interactive shortlisting with facilitator
Looking for an experienced mediator in another country or for a cross-border dispute?
Tell us briefly about the dispute, the countries involved and what you are looking for in a mediator.
Through our international network we can identify mediators based on factors such as:
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experience and professional background;
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substantive or industry expertise;
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mediation approach and style;
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language and cultural experience;
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availability and location;
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personal fit.
Depending on the case, we may be able to provide a written shortlist or assist you in a more interactive selection process by appointing a facilitator who support both parties to align and agree on the best fitting mediator.
Parties always choose and appoint the mediator themselves.
1. Needs and expectations assessment:
Prior to shortlisting, the MM process facilitator conducts thorough discussions with the involved parties and their legal counsel to assess their unique needs and expectations. This ensures a tailored approach that aligns with the specific requirements of the dispute at hand and those involved.
2. Comprehensive information gathering:
An MM process facilitator initiates the shortlisting process by gathering comprehensive information about prospective ADR professionals. This includes details about their backgrounds, mediation styles, and personalities, professional afiliations, prior user experiences and knowing which ADR-Neutrals are comfortable working online, have the right cultural skills, and have the experience and expertise to handle disputes with multinationals, governments or many parties, or start-ups.
3. In-depth interviews:
A key aspect of MM's shortlisting process involves conducting interviews with potential ADR-Neutrals. These interviews delve into various aspects, including their experience, approach to mediation, and interpersonal skills. The parties and/or their (legal) counsel can participate in these interviews.
4. Psychometric and intercultural fit analysis:
As an innovative addition to the shortlisting procedure, MM may incorporate tools such as an Intercultural Readiness Check. These psychometric analyses provide valuable insights into how ADR-Neutrals are likely to interact with participants during the mediation process.
5. Alignment with standards:
MM ensures that the shortlisted ADR-Neutrals align with the high standards set by organizations like the International Mediation Institute (IMI), Singapore International Mediation Center (SIMC), MfN, ICC and offer sustainable practices e.g., by adhering to initiatives such as the Greener Arbitrations, Mediators’ Green Pledge, and the Universal Disclosure Protocol for Mediation (UDPM).
6. Meeting to discuss mediator selection:
The ADR process facilitator shares with consent of the mediator(s) name(s) and profile(s) and contact details with the partie and their counsels, and initiates a joint meeting to discuss and agree on the preferred mediator and make non-binding recommendations.
7. The parties appoint the mediator:
After the selection the mediator is contacted and takes over the process from there.