Mediation Exhibits
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From settlement conferences to full-day mediations, prepare persuasive exhibits in minutes. Focus on key documents that support your position and tell your client's story.
Try It Free - Preview Before You Pay- A typical mediation package contains 10-30 well-chosen exhibits rather than hundreds of documents.
- Court-ordered settlement conferences work best with 10-15 key exhibits because session time is limited.
- Mediation exhibits can use simple sequential numbers (1, 2, 3) or descriptive labels; documents can be renumbered for trial if the case does not settle.
- Standard practice is to prepare identical exhibit sets for the mediator and the opposing party.
- An effective mediation binder is organized by theme: background documents, liability evidence, damages documentation, and settlement valuation support.
- Preparing a 15-exhibit settlement conference set takes about 10 minutes in ExhibitPrep versus roughly 1 hour manually.
- Preparing a 50-exhibit full-day mediation set takes about 20 minutes in ExhibitPrep versus roughly 3 hours manually.
Mediation Requires Strategic Exhibit Selection
Selecting the right documents to support your negotiating position
Organizing damages evidence to justify your settlement demand or offer
Presenting a professional, organized package to the mediator
Limited time to prepare before the scheduled session
ExhibitPrep helps you create focused, professional mediation materials quickly.
Essential Mediation Exhibit Categories
Background Documents
- Contracts and agreements
- Key correspondence
- Timeline documents
- Relationship history
Liability Evidence
- Breach documentation
- Fault evidence
- Witness statements
- Expert opinions
Damages Documentation
- Financial records
- Medical bills and records
- Lost income proof
- Damage calculations
Settlement Support
- Verdict research
- Similar case outcomes
- Risk assessment factors
- Cost-benefit analysis
Mediation & ADR Settings We Support
Private Mediation
Full-day or half-day mediations with professional mediators require well-organized exhibit packages.
Best practices: Prepare identical sets for mediator and opposing party, organize by theme, include settlement demand/offer support, use clear labels for easy reference during caucuses.
Court-Ordered Settlement Conferences
Settlement conferences often have limited time and require focused, persuasive presentations.
Best practices: Be selective - 10-15 key exhibits maximum, lead with strongest evidence, include damages summary, have supporting documents available if needed.
Early Neutral Evaluation
ENE requires presenting key evidence to help the neutral evaluator assess case value.
Best practices: Focus on documents that establish liability and damages, include any expert reports available, organize to support your settlement position.
Preparation Time Comparison
| Mediation Type | Manual Time | ExhibitPrep | Time Saved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Settlement conference (15 exhibits) | 1 hour | 10 min | 50 min |
| Half-day mediation (30 exhibits) | 2 hours | 15 min | ~1.75 hours |
| Full-day mediation (50 exhibits) | 3 hours | 20 min | ~2.7 hours |
Mediation Preparation FAQ
How do I prepare exhibits for mediation?
Mediation exhibits should be selective and persuasive. Focus on key documents that support your position: contracts establishing the relationship, evidence of breach or harm, damages documentation, and any documents supporting your settlement valuation.
How many exhibits should I bring to mediation?
Quality over quantity. Bring 10-30 well-chosen exhibits that support your key points rather than overwhelming the mediator with hundreds of documents. Focus on documents that tell your story concisely.
Should I number mediation exhibits differently than trial exhibits?
Mediation numbering can be more flexible. Simple sequential numbers (1, 2, 3) or descriptive labels work well. You can always re-number documents for trial if the case doesn't settle.
How do I organize a mediation binder?
Organize by theme or issue: (1) Background documents, (2) Liability evidence, (3) Damages documentation, (4) Settlement valuation support. Include a table of contents and use tabs for easy navigation.
Can I use the same exhibits for both sides of the mediation?
Yes. Prepare identical sets for the mediator and opposing party. ExhibitPrep makes it easy to create multiple copies with consistent labeling for all participants.
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