Mediation
What is mediation?
Mediation is a negotiation process between parties with the goal of arriving at a resolution of their legal dispute. South Carolina law requires mediation in most civil and family court cases. It is a process in which an unbiased, neutral third-party mediator assists the parties in reaching an agreement resolving their legal dispute. The mediator does not act as a judge, or decide the dispute, but rather helps the parties reach a mutually acceptable agreement. Any settlement agreement the parties reach is voluntary. If the parties involved do not reach an agreement, they lose none of their rights to proceed to court.
Mediation Services
John Bell is a South Carolina certified mediator in family court as well as civil court. He has over a decade of experience as a mediator. John brings a calm and thoughtful demeanor as well as legal and life experience to his role as mediator. He assists those involved in legal disputes settle their cases without the expense and uncertainty of going to trial.
Mediation Services at Affordable Rates
Flat Fees for Family and Civil Mediations
Family Law Mediations via Zoom
- Flat fee of $150 per party, including review of pleadings and submissions, up to 3 hours of mediation conference time, and submission of proof of mediation.
- Additional conference time $50 per hour/per party.
Family Law Mediations at my office
- Flat fee of $200 per party, including review of pleadings and submissions, up to 3 hours of mediation conference time, and submission of proof of mediation.
- Additional conference time $50 per hour/per party.
Civil Law Mediations via Zoom
- Flat fee of $250 per party, including review of pleadings and submissions, up to 3 hours of mediation conference time, and submission of proof of mediation.
- Additional conference time $75 per hour/per party.
Civil Law Mediations at my office
- Flat fee of $300 per party, including review of pleadings and submissions, up to 3 hours of mediation conference time, and submission of proof of mediation.
- Additional conference time $75 per hour/per party.