Frequently Asked Questions

Mediating a county court case in Florida is often a smart move:

•  Faster Resolution 
•  Lower Costs 
•  More Control Over the Outcome 
•  Higher Compliance 
•  Less Stress and Conflict 
•  Confidential Process 

 Mediation is particularly effective for:

• Small claims disputes 
• Contract disagreements 
• Property damage claims 
• Evictions (in some situations)

“Pre-suit” simply means before filing a complaint (the document that starts a lawsuit). Instead of going straight to court, both sides agree to sit down with a mediator first. 

• One party invites the other to mediate 
• Both agree to participate voluntarily 
• A neutral mediator facilitates the discussion 
• The parties try to reach a settlement 
• If they agree, they sign a settlement agreement (which can be legally binding)

•  Avoid going to court - It can completely eliminate the need for a lawsuit.
• Save money- No filing fees, less attorney involvement, fewer expenses overall.
• Faster resolution- You can resolve a dispute in days or weeks instead of months.
• More flexibility - You’re not limited by strict legal remedies—solutions can be creative.
• Less adversarial-It sets a cooperative tone instead of starting with conflict.

 Nothing is lost. If no agreement is reached:

• You can still file your case in court 
• The mediation discussions typically remain confidential

Yes—if both parties sign a written settlement, it can be enforced like a contract (and sometimes turned into a court order later if needed).