Thank you for visiting the Mediation Services for Anoka County’s website. We strive to assist you in Creating Peaceful Solutions to whatever issue you might be facing.
How Mediation Works
The purpose of mediation is to reduce any animosity, which may exist between parties, and to develop agreements that are jointly acceptable... Read more
The Mediator's Role
Mediators are neutral, third-party facilitators who assist parties with communication... Read more
History
Since 1987 Mediation Services for Anoka County, a 501(c) (3) agency, has been helping families, neighborhoods, schools, landlords, tenants, businesses and consumers, manage and resolve conflict through education and conflict resolution services. Professionally trained and supervised volunteer mediators assist individuals and communities to successfully resolve problems and disputes on their own using alternative dispute resolution methods.
Who We Are
Mediation Services is a private, non-profit organization. Mediators at Mediation Services are community volunteers with various backgrounds, interests and occupations. All mediators have completed a minimum of 30 hours of initial state-certified training. Also, each receives a minimum of six hours of supplementary training every year.
How Mediation Works
- Mediations are held at Mediation Services offices. Mediation is a simple and voluntary process. The purpose of mediation is to reduce any animosity, which may exist between parties, and to develop agreements that are jointly accepta
ble to all parties involved. Parties meet with each other and two neutral, third-party mediators who will facilitate a discussion in order to identify issues, problem solve together, and develop agreements that are jointly acceptable to all parties. MSAC provides a neutral, positive, non-threatening environment to enable parties to reach a peaceful solution. Note: This agency adheres strictly to a No Weapons Policy, which means that firearms and knives are not permitted on the premises.
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The Mediator's Role
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- The role of the mediator is to assist parties in this process. Mediators are not responsible to settle problems, make suggestions, or provide an appropriate outcome. Mediators are neutral, third-party facilitators who assist parties with communication in order for them to develop their own jointly acceptable solution. If parties are able to reach a solution, it is documented in the DISPUTE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT. This is a “good-faith” agreement between the parties. Mediators cannot legally comment on the Dispute Settlement Agreement, but encourage you to consult your attorney for more information regarding its application within the legal process.
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Fees For Service
Community mediation is, generally, offered at no charge to the parties unless the mediation is for a large group, involves monetary recover, or is a post-divorce issue.-
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Mediation Brochure
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