Does mediation save money?
General Mediation
Answer
It often can. Successful mediation may reduce attorney time, discovery, depositions, expert fees, motion practice, trial preparation, and business disruption. The savings depend on when mediation occurs and how complex the case is.
Reviewed by Wayne Lazarus on September 13, 2026.
Reviewed by Wayne H. Lazarus, attorney with more than 50 years’ experience, member of the State Bar of Georgia and The Florida Bar, and of Alternative Dispute Resolution sections.
This information is educational and is not legal advice.