Neighborhood Justice Center FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
In most situations, mediation is free. Some specialty mediations services charge a nominal fee. Please contact the NJC for more details regarding your situation.
Yes, you may also participate by video or in-person.
Contact the NJC immediately in order to arrange for interpreter services.
The NJC is in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Contact the NJC in advance to allow us time to meet your requirements.
We ask parties to set aside two hours for each mediation session. If the issue is not resolved, the parties may come back for two additional mediation sessions.
No, the purpose of mediation is to allow the parties in conflict to have a productive, non-adversarial conversation. We require the individual parties to participate although they may bring their attorney with them, however the attorney will not participate in the mediation. If you plan to have your attorney present please inform the office when scheduling your appointment.