Mediation Fact Sheet Mediation is not a legal process. Legal representation is permitted only in an advisory capacity and attorneys may not speak for the charging party. Mediation is confidential and may not be recorded. No aspect of mediation can be used in any future litigation of the complaint. Agreements or settlements reached during mediation do not constitute an admission by the Respondent of a violation of the Act or any other state or federal law. Complaints that are resolved in mediation are administratively dismissed by OHR and if cross-filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, are dismissed from that agency as well. Mediations are usually held Monday - Friday in the evenings at 6:00 pm and sometimes during the day at 10:00 am. The mediation session lasts 1 - 3 hours and a follow-up session can be scheduled if warranted. Page 2 of 2      1  2