Fee Schedule and Cancellation Policy
Mediation Fees and Cancellations
Mike charges a flat rate for a full day of mediation of $7,000 for individual cases and $9,000 for class, collective, representative (PAGA), and other multi-plaintiff actions. This rate includes all preparation, including review of mediation briefs, a pre-mediation conference call, any necessary research or pre-mediation follow up, and any travel time and expenses. The flat rate also includes reasonable post-mediation follow up that may be necessary to effectuate a settlement. The mediation fee does not include any additional charges for mediation space if the parties desire an in-person mediation and one of the parties cannot host the mediation.
Mike will also conduct half-day mediations for $4,000 for individual cases, which consists of four hours of mediation time at a flat rate. Should a half-day mediation continue beyond four hours, Mike charges an hourly rate. The half-day flat rate also includes all preparation, including review of mediation briefs, a pre-mediation conference call, and any necessary research or pre-mediation follow up. The half-day flat rate also includes reasonable post-mediation follow up that may be necessary to effectuate a settlement.
Counsel, not the parties, contract for Mike's services and are responsible for paying all mediation fees. All counsel are responsible, jointly and severally, for Mike's mediation fees. Unless otherwise agreed, Mike will assume that the payment of his fees will be divided equally between/among the parties.
Mediation fees are due in full immediately upon Mike confirming the date and issuing an invoice. Mediation fees will be refunded if the parties cancel in writing 21 days or more in advance of the scheduled date. If the mediation is canceled or postponed 20 days or less before the scheduled date, the party requesting the cancellation or postponement is responsible for the entire mediation fee (not just the canceling party’s share of the deposit) unless Mike is able to schedule another matter for that date.
