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The Orono Police Department encourages the use of mediation
to settle your dispute before you file a case in
Conciliation Court. The North Hennepin Mediation Program can be reached at
763-561-0033 during the hours of 8:30 a.m.
to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
What is mediation? In mediation you will meet with the other party and a mediator. The purpose of the meeting is to try and reach an agreement between you and the other party to settle the dispute. The mediator is not a judge and will not decide on a solution, but will help the parties reach an agreement.
Benefits of mediation are:
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Equal say in the solution |
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Low or no cost |
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Quick |
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Mediate days, evening or weekends/no missed work |
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Sessions scheduled in your neighborhood |
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Less stress |
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Informal |
Examples of disputes:
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Business | — | Damage to property | |
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Contracts | — | Employer/Employee | |
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Creditors and debtors | — | Landlord/Tenant | |
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