Mediation
Settling in a Mediation
Learn strategic timing, proposal framing, and drafting techniques for enforceable mediation settlements.
- Intermediate
- English
- 2 Weeks
- 6 lessons
What you will learn?
Recognize optimal timing for settlement offers
Frame proposals persuasively
Manage client expectations during settlement
Ensure enforceability of settlement agreements
Who this course is for
Negotiators representing parties in mediation
Mediators facilitating settlement discussions
Corporate counsel advising on settlement agreements
Legal professionals seeking advanced mediation skills.
Prerequisites
Intro to mediation techniques
Familiarity with negotiation processes
Ability to manage client instructions effectively
Interest in practical settlement drafting skills.
Why this course
Explains timing considerations for settlement in mediation, Provides methods for framing persuasive settlement proposals, Strengthens skills in client management during negotiation, Covers drafting enforceable agreements, Helps avoid disputes arising from unclear terms, Improves overall settlement efficiency and durability.
Course content
Objective
Gain insight into how settlements are reached in mediation and why timing and strategy matter.
Key topics
Explain the role of settlement in the mediation process
Identify factors influencing settlement timing
Analyse the mediator’s role in shaping outcomes
Recognise common challenges in reaching agreements
Align settlement goals with client priorities
Apply practical steps for structured settlement planning.
Week 1
Lesson 1
Preview available
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Produce a practical checklist and a sample clause set aligned with the lesson objective.
Objective
Learn when to introduce settlement discussions for maximum success and durability.
Key topics
Identify the optimal moment for proposing settlement
Assess readiness signals from parties
Manage risks of premature or delayed settlement
Apply techniques for gauging negotiation momentum
Address psychological barriers to agreement
Balance pressure with patience to achieve durable outcomes.
Week 1
Lesson 2
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Run a short role-play/simulation and write a 5-bullet reflection on what worked.
Objective
Develop skills for crafting settlement proposals that encourage acceptance and maintain goodwill.
Key topics
Draft settlement offers aligned with client interests
Use persuasive but collaborative language
Structure proposals for clarity and fairness
Anticipate objections and prepare responses
Apply interest-based negotiation techniques
Ensure proposals promote long-term business relationships.
Week 1
Lesson 3
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Objective
Strengthen your ability to guide clients through the emotional and strategic aspects of settlement.
Key topics
Prepare clients for potential settlement options
Manage emotional responses during negotiations
Communicate trade-offs effectively
Build trust in mediator-led discussions
Prevent unrealistic expectations from derailing progress
Provide practical reassurance while protecting legal rights.
Week 2
Lesson 4
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Run a short role-play/simulation and write a 5-bullet reflection on what worked.
Objective
Learn to draft agreements that are both effective and enforceable under law.
Key topics
Apply legal principles for enforceable settlements
Use clear and unambiguous language
Incorporate compliance with statutory requirements
Anticipate future disputes through precise drafting
Align settlement terms with court or arbitral enforcement standards
Integrate confidentiality and execution protocols.
Week 2
Lesson 5
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Objective
Put settlement strategies into practice through interactive exercises and case-based learning.
Key topics
Analyse real-life mediation settlements
Identify success factors and common mistakes
Draft sample settlement terms
Engage in simulated negotiation exercises
Apply timing and framing strategies in practice
Receive expert feedback on drafting techniques.
Week 2
Lesson 6
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Description
Reaching a settlement in mediation is not just about resolving disputes—it is about achieving an agreement that is both durable and enforceable. This course provides professionals with a structured approach to understanding when and how to settle during a mediation session, balancing timing, client interests, and legal compliance.
Participants will explore strategies for framing proposals, managing expectations, and identifying the optimal moment for settlement discussions. The course also covers essential techniques for drafting enforceable agreements that reduce the risk of post-mediation disputes. Practical guidance on integrating legal and commercial considerations ensures that participants can create settlements that withstand scrutiny and maintain client satisfaction.
Through interactive exercises and real-world examples, this programme equips negotiators, mediators, and counsel with the confidence to secure settlements that work in practice—not just in principle.
Participants will explore strategies for framing proposals, managing expectations, and identifying the optimal moment for settlement discussions. The course also covers essential techniques for drafting enforceable agreements that reduce the risk of post-mediation disputes. Practical guidance on integrating legal and commercial considerations ensures that participants can create settlements that withstand scrutiny and maintain client satisfaction.
Through interactive exercises and real-world examples, this programme equips negotiators, mediators, and counsel with the confidence to secure settlements that work in practice—not just in principle.
Instructor
Mian Sheraz Javaid
Develop Practical Skills to Mediate Disputes Effectively.
Sheraz draws from his rare dual expertise as an engineer and barrister to offer elite training in contract drafting. These programs are crafted for professionals who draft or review complex contracts and seek to enhance clarity, enforceability, and risk control across jurisdictions and sectors.
