What is a panel of mediators?
The Panel of Trademark Mediators (PTM) is composed exclusively of INTA members who specialize in resolving disputes concerning trademarks and related intellectual property through mediation as an alternative to arbitration or litigation.
What are the 2 types of mediators?
The two most common models of mediation are facilitative and evaluative.
What is an arbitration panel?
Arbitration panels are composed of one or three arbitrators who are selected by the parties. They read the pleadings filed by the parties, listen to the arguments, study the documentary and/or testimonial evidence, and render a decision. The panel’s decision, called an “award,” is final and binding on all the parties.
Where can I find an arbitrator?
The best is likely the search tool of the International Arbitration Institute, while the ASA Database is a close runner-up. The CIArb search tool can also be useful to find international arbitrators. Many other online tools to select arbitrators exist, however, which can be accessed below.
What are examples of mediators?
When a couple is divorcing and they work with a neutral third party that helps them resolve divorce issues and divide up assets and property, this is an example of mediation. Negotiation to resolve differences conducted by some impartial party.
What kind of cases go to arbitration?
Arbitrators hear various types of cases, from small disputes between neighbors to million-dollar business conflicts. Unlike mediation, which is less effective in cases where questions of law represent the key elements of the dispute, arbitration is often used for complex legal disputes.
Is arbitration expensive?
Cost – arbitration is sometimes cheaper than litigation particularly where the parties achieve procedural efficiencies by agreement. However, this is not always the case. In a court claim, there are some court fees, but essentially the parties obtain the services of the court and the judge for free.
What exactly does a mediator do?
Unlike a judge or an arbitrator, the mediator won’t decide the outcome of the case. The mediator’s job is to help the disputants resolve the problem through a process that encourages each side to: air disputes. identify the strengths and weaknesses of their case.
What is the purpose of a mediator?
The mediator assists and guides the parties toward their own resolution. The mediator does not decide the outcome, but helps the parties understand and focus on the important issues needed to reach a resolution.
Do you have to pay for mediation?
Most mediation companies will quote their fees per person per hour or per person per session. This is because in most cases each party will pay for their own fees for the duration of the service.