FEE STRUCTURE
Initial consultations are free of charge.
In an electronic (zoom) mediation conference, the hourly rate is $300 per hour, with a two hour minimum fee of $600. The parties determine the allocation of fees. Should two parties agree to share the mediator fee equally, each shall pay $150 per hour. Likewise, when there are multiple parties, allocation of the fee is determined by them in advance.
The hourly rate for an In-person mediation conference is dependent upon location, travel time, and other factors. An hourly rate will be provided during the initial consultation.
In government agency and Court ordered mediation conferences, the mediator fee may be designated by the government agency or the Court.
In every circumstance, (a) the mediator fee shall be prepaid or guaranteed by legal counsel and (b) the total amount or unpaid balance of the mediator fee is due and payable upon completion of the conference.
This fee structure is subject to change without notice.
The parties shall receive written notice of the fee structure and conditions prior to the mediation conference.
CANCELLATION POLICY: A cancellation charge, equal to the minimum fee, shall be imposed in the event a scheduled conference is cancelled without being re-scheduled to take place within 45 days. The parties are to equally share payment of the cancellation charge.