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Abstract
Extract:
In mediation there is often tension between achieving a fair outcome and maintaining a fair procedure. In court connected mediation procedures the focus is often more on the outcome of the mediation in terms of whether or not a settlement is achieved. However, recent research shows that mediators should not view the fairness of the procedure as a secondary concern. This is because it has been shown that in third party dispute resolution procedures the use of a fair procedure can increase the satisfaction of all concerned and can enhance disputants’ perceptions of overall fairness and acceptance of the decision, regardless of the outcome.
Recommended Citation
Howieson, Jill
(2002)
"Procedural justice in mediation: an empirical study and a practical example,"
ADR Bulletin:
Vol. 5:
No.
7, Article 1.
Available at:
http://epublications.bond.edu.au/adr/vol5/iss7/1