Mediation Fit Quiz
Is mediation the right next step?
Eight quick questions, about two minutes. You'll get a clear recommendation and what to do next. Nothing is stored or sent.
MEDIATION FITQuestion 1 of 8
Are the people involved still willing to be in the same room, even reluctantly?
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About this quiz
Built on the triage questions our mediators ask
It checks willingness, the nature of the issue, safety, timing and power dynamics. It's a guide, not advice. Every situation is different.
- Anonymous. Answers stay in your browser
- Instant result with a recommended next step
- Free follow-up call if you'd like to talk it through
Choosing a process
How the options compare
| Mediation with Parley | Formal investigation | Tribunal or court | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical time to outcome | 2–4 weeks | 6–12 weeks | 6–24 months |
| Indicative cost | From $3,950 | $12k–$40k | $40k–$250k+ |
| Who decides the outcome | The parties | Investigator makes findings | Commissioner or judge |
| Confidential | Yes, fully | Partly | Often public |
| Working relationship afterwards | Usually preserved | Often strained | Rarely survives |
| Best when | Parties can still talk with support | Serious misconduct must be determined | Legal rights need a binding ruling |
Indicative ranges for Australian workplace matters. Every matter differs.
Next step
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