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Preparing an opening statement for MBIE Mediation is important as it helps tell the other party and the mediator your story and what you are seeking for resolution.

In the employment law jurisdiction the ERA and the Employment Court have the power to direct parties to use mediation.

Going to a MBIE Employment Mediation can be stressful and daunting for an employee.

A practical example of raising tikanga and karakia within an MBIE mediation, referring to MBIE's own mediator competency framework, and reaching a constructive outcome that improved the process.

Representation for New Zealand employers attending MBIE employment mediation, including preparation, risk assessment, settlement strategy, negotiation, Calderbank offers, and s 149 settlement wording.

Employment advocates represent both employers and employees in mediation, the Employment Relations Authority and the Employment Court.

The Labour Department is administered by Employment New Zealand and provides Mediation Services for employers and employees.