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Mediation - JURD7478
Badabagan

 
Faculty: Faculty of Law
 
 
School:  School of Law
 
 
Course Outline: See below
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Postgraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 2
 
 
Enrolment Requirements:
 
 
36 UOC completed in Juris Doctor Program (9150)
 
 
Excluded: LAWS8078
 
 
CSS Contribution Charge:Band 3 (more info)
 
 
Tuition Fee:See Tuition Fee Schedule
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description

Mediation is one of the most frequently-used methods of dispute resolution in contemporary legal practice. This course provides an introduction to the process of mediation, the areas in which voluntary and mandatory mediations occur, and an introduction to the process of facilitative mediation. Please note that this course is not, of itself, sufficient for accreditation as a mediator. However it does provide a solid foundation from which potential mediators can begin the accreditation process, including practical experience in both the conduct of mediations and the representation of clients.

Recommended Prior Knowledge

None

Course Objectives

  • Knowledge and understanding of the process of mediation, the most common mediation models, and the indicators for or against the use of mediation in particular situations
  • Knowledge and understanding of the role of legal counsel, clients, and the mediator in the mediation process, and of the standard mediation model for a facilitative mediation
  • Awareness of ethical and legal issues surrounding conduct of, and participation in, the mediation process

Main Topics

  • Introduction to mediation and the major models of mediation practice, including
  • detailed examination of facilitative mediation
  • Legislative regimes mandating the use of mediation
  • Steps in the mediation process
  • Selecting a mediator and preparation for mediation
  • Indicators of when a dispute is suitable for mediation
  • Critical examination of the role of the mediator
  • Legal and ethical issues arising in the context of mediation practice, including the process of professional accreditation, conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and mediator liability
  • Practical mediation skills

Assessment

In class participation 30%
Assignment outline 10%
Written assignment 60%

Course Texts

Refer to the course outline which will be provided by the lecturer at the beginning of the relevant semester.

Resources

Refer to the course outline which will be provided by the lecturer at the beginning of the relevant semester.

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