Large, Complex Construction Disputes: Dynamics of Multiparty Mediation

摘要

Successfully mediating a large, complex construction case requires a commitment from each participant in the process. Open communication and understanding the needs of each person involved in the process is critical to achieving a negotiated solution. Counsel and the mediator each have very difficult jobs in finding commonality within the negotiating teams, building consensus within the teams, and fully engaging all necessary stakeholders. Effective mediation, particularly with the myriad of participants in large construction projects, takes hard work by all involved. The mediation process is highly successful because it meets the needs of the parties to achieve an acceptable resolution of difficult issues while minimizing the cost, time, and disruptive effect of resolving the underlying dispute.