How You Can Use Virtual Mediation to Resolve Legal Matters Fast

At present, almost every court system in the country is either closed or so backed up that it could take well over a year to even get a court date. Regardless of what kind of legal issue you are facing, mediation could be the most logical, and quickest, first step. If the distance is a concern, look to virtual conferencing technology so that all participants can be present. Whether you are dealing with a business matter gone wrong, or are facing a civil lawsuit, see if having a virtual mediation helps before heading to court.

Use Virtual Mediation to Avoid Future Court Action

It is common knowledge among legal experts that you can resolve legal matters fastest by keeping them out of court in the first place. As coronavirus has made it all but impossible to get a timely court date, virtual mediation is an invaluable tool if you are hoping to have a legally binding and final resolution. In Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Massachusetts, new legislature has been passed that enables notary publics and signing agents to work remotely during the pandemic. This means you can rest assured that any documentation signed in virtual mediation will be deemed as being legally binding. 

Schedule a Virtual Mediation Potentially Months Before You Can Meet in Person

Some states are on lockdown, which forbids people from gathering in groups of more than 10. There are also strict rules about performing non-essential tasks, not to mention that it can be tough to travel at the moment. Hosting a virtual mediation during the pandemic is simply the fastest way to bring unresolved legal matters to a head. Use a virtual meeting platform like Zoom to confirm the identities of all participants as well as keep involved parties from hearing confidential information. Since virtual mediation is held remotely, you and all involved parties can meet up as many times as it takes to bring your issue to a head.

Use a Virtual Meeting to Schedule Future Dates

Many times, in legal matters, court dates are reserved so that long-term plans can be made. For instance, if a divorcing couple can't agree on custody a full-scale trial will be held. Their attorneys and the judge might need to meet up several times so that all future court dates can be chosen. Divorcing parents might want to have a virtual mediation and sign a temporary agreement, as their legal matter is certainly going to be postponed. Law offices have been temporarily closed or completely shuttered around the U.S., making in-person meetings and mediation a nightmare to hold. Plan out the trajectory of your case by having a virtual mediation.

While legal activity has not stopped, legal professionals are changing the way they handle in-person meetings, conferences, and mediation. Determine how to handle your case by arranging a meeting between all parties involved. If you need some paperwork to be signed, you can use email, fax, and other internet-based tools to get it all done. Regardless of the method or tools used, progress can still be made regarding your legal matter during the coronavirus pandemic.

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