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James A Baker mediation

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JAMES A  BAKER MEDIATION

Resolving conflict is not without challenge. Businesses, individuals, and couples know it is  important to select an experienced mediator who understands the law and has the skills to know and understand people, identify the root cause of their differences, and mediate a solution to their conflict.

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ABOUT ME

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James A Baker, Phd.

Mediator

James is a graduate of The Institute for Mediation with certification in Basic Mediation and Advanced Family Mediation and is a full time mediator. His practice is located in the Greenway Mediation Center, Houston, Texas.

James A. Baker holds a Ph.D. in Education from Capella University in Minnesota, a Master of Education from Schreiner University in Kerrville, Post-grad work at St. Thomas University in Houston, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology from University of Houston Downtown.

Through approximately 500 mediations, James has extensive experience in conflict resolution including: personal injury, commercial vehicle/auto accidents, contract disputes, construction disputes, insurance claims, personnel issues, homeowner association conflicts, foreclosures, oil field issues, conflict resolution among executives/partnerships/owners, and a host of unusual conflict situations.

“I will work tirelessly with all the parties and their counsel in an effort to resolve their dispute(s) through the mediation process. My goal is simple and straightforward: I want  to help you settle your case by making intelligent business decisions and ending the emotional drain and additional expense of going to the courthouse for a trial.” jab

Mediation: The Bridge to Settlement

MEDIATION: A settlement of a dispute or controversy by setting up an independent person between two contending parties in order to aid them in the settlement of their disagreement.

ABOUT MEDIATION

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James A Baker  knows what it takes to arrive at settlement. The process is informal, unlike a trial. Every effort is made to assist the parties in finding middle ground upon which settlement occurs.

Parties meet in separate rooms. A joint session only occurs when all parties agree to meet in the same room. Often, mediations start with a joint session used to establish the ground rules and an agenda. The joint session also helps define the issues and determines the parties’ positions.

Generally, during the process, parties move to separate caucuses. The mediator will carry messages—offers, counter offers, questions, demands, and proposals—between both sides to help the parties move closer to resolution.

James assists and guides the parties toward their own resolution. He does not decide the outcome, but serves the parties by helping them understand and focus on the important issues needed to reach a resolution.

James is skilled at sifting through the facts, emotions and individual interests of the parties involved to determine what the issues are and what a fair outcome could be for the parties.

James possesses expertise in  clarifying the issues and assessing the strengths and weaknesses of each party’s case. James also offers creative approaches and innovative solutions, while maintaining an unbiased perspective.

Connecting with clients so that they experience a reduced sense of stress and an increased understanding of why we do what we do in mediations is a specialty of James. Explaining the process and encouraging plaintiffs to listen to the counsel and advice of their attorney helps facilitate settlement.

TYPES OF CASES I MEDIATE

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Scheduling

I know how difficult it is to schedule parties and their attorneys together for a mediation. With that in mind, I will do everything possible to reduce the stresses involved to find a date and time that works for everyone. To that end, I offer three scheduling options daily to meet your needs. If needed, I will also accommodate the parties on Saturdays. Please call me for dates and reservations.

Fees

Facilities use fees and snacks are included in the per-party fee. Full day mediations include a meal.

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CONTACT ME

James A Baker Mediation

3207 Mercer

Houston, Texas 77027