Legal Question in Business Law in Florida

civil action

can you be forced to pay for half of the cost of mediation in a civil suit for breach of contract ?


Asked on 1/15/09, 1:18 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Hunter Chamberlin Chamberlin Butler & Crowe, P.A.

Re: civil action

Yes, in fact it is probably required by the Court. Customarily, when a civil suit is filed, the Judge will, at some point, order the parties to mediation. Absent some agreement to the contrary, that mediation must be split amongst the parties equally.

However, there is a silver lining to every dark cloud. Often, the cost of the mediation, provided it results in a resolution, will be less expensive than continuing to litigate.

I have done many mediations in the past, and I would welcome the opportunity to discuss this matter with you. Please contact me at your convenience.

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Answered on 1/15/09, 3:22 pm


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