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Fees and Expenses

By all accounts, mediation is far more economical for all parties than the costs of a trial or retaining a judge as a mediator.  Compare the expenses for yourself or give Bakersfield Settlement Center a call for some recent comparisons.  The financial advantage of having Bakersfield Settlement Center mediate for you is clear.

Hourly Rate ------------------------------------------------------------------------- $200
Half Day Rate ----------------------------------------------------------------------- $1000
Full Day Rate ------------------------------------------------------------------------ $2000

Deposit of $300 due at time of mediation appointment reservation*.  Deposit is nonrefundable and due one week in advance of mediation appointment.  Deposit requirement is subject to change without notice.  Please contact Bakersfield Settlement Center to verify current deposit requirements and rates.

Cancellations

Cancellations are accepted by telephone only, at least 24 hours in advance.  Deposit will not be refunded. 

 

Payment

Payment accepted by checks only.  Each party to pay pro-rata share unless otherwise agreed upon between the parties.  Thirty days net.

 

Expenses

To be reimbursed at cost.

 

Multilingual Capabilities

An interpreter will be employed as needed.  Each party agrees to pay pro-rata costs, unless otherwise agreed upon between the parties prior to mediation.

 

Arbitration Fees

High-low binding arbitration only.

 

Additional Services

Additional services, such as the provision of food and beverages, can be provided upon request with advance noticed:

  • Coffee
  • Soft drinks
  • Bottled water
  • Muffins
  • Cookies
  • Sweet rolls
  • Sandwiches
  • Cake
  • Fresh fruits and cheese

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Amber Chiang for

Bakersfield Settlement Center

Bakersfield Settlement Center

1600 F Street, Suite 200

Bakersfield, CA 93301