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Mediation is designed to promote communication and co-operation between the parties; allows the parties to control the decisions that affect their lives; is less costly than litigation; benefits children and others by reducing conflict; and is confidential, thus avoiding public disclosure through the courts of the parties' personal problems.
The primary role of a lawyer/mediator in media disputes is to provide advice regarding legal rights and obligations and to assist the parties in reaching an agreement suitable to both. Each party must obtain independent legal advice from their own solicitor prior to signing any agreement.
