TRANSPARENT FROM THE BEGINNING
Understanding Your Mediation Fees
The Mediator charges an hourly rate for mediation services which varies depending on the complexity and number of issues to resolve. Before beginning, the mediator provides an estimate of costs to the parties. The parties then review and sign a retainer agreement setting out the fees applicable to their matter and make an initial retainer payment. Unless another arrangement is agreed upon, the Mediator’s fees are shared equally between the parties.
Hourly Billing
Mediation services are billed according to the Mediator's hourly rate, as outlined in the retainer agreement.
Shared Fees
Unless otherwise agreed, the Mediator's fees are divided equally between the parties.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Services Covered by Mediation Fees
The Mediator’s services extend beyond the time spent together during a mediation session. Billable services may include:
✓ Confidential intake meetings
✓ Preparation for mediation sessions
✓ Participation in mediation sessions
✓ Phone, email, written or in-person communication with the parties
✓ Communication with other professionals when required
✓ Review of relevant documents, financial records and mediation briefs
✓ Preparation of calculations, including property or support calculations
✓ Drafting temporary, partial, or final agreements
PAYMENT INFORMATION
What Else Should You Know?
Advance Deposit
Parties are required to pay a retainer payment at the outset of the mediation process in accordance with retainer agreement sent by the Mediator.
Payment Methods
Horizon Family Mediation accepts:
E-transfer · Cheque · Visa · Mastercard
Other Professionals
If other professionals are required, such as pension valuators, business valuators, or accountants, their fees are paid directly by the parties. Each party is also responsible for the cost of their own legal counsel, where applicable.
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