Mediation allows parties to resolve their disputes privately, quickly and less expensively than drawn-out litigation. Mediation is an especially effective method to settle employment, employee benefit or business disputes because it allows for party control, confidentiality, speed, and simplicity. Mediation is a party-driven process, but as mediators who have trained with thought leaders in conflict resolution, our knowledge, skill, experience, and style may have a substantial impact on the resolution of the dispute. We work to help those in conflict to find areas of agreement and help the parties agree on a result. We are committed to listening and working with all participants. We take the time to look beyond the constraints the parties perceive and apply available resources to sort out those barriers to resolution. We work tirelessly to help the parties close their case and are committed to resolving the dispute with patience and tenacity.