What Can a Mediator Do to Help Break an Impasse?
August 31, 2026
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Rick Morefield of Sage Mediation Solutions explains why effective mediation requires more than a standard, repeatable process. Every case involves different facts, personalities, and emotional dynamics, so the mediator must adapt the approach, techniques, and strategy to fit the parties and circumstances.
In this video, Rick Morefield of Sage Mediation Solutions explains how both substantive and process interventions can help move a stalled mediation forward. From risk analysis and mediator proposals to adjusting timing, taking a break, or reconvening later, the right intervention can help the parties overcome a logjam.
Rick Morefield of Sage Mediation Solutions explains why mediation often includes periods of optimism, frustration, and uncertainty. Reaching an impasse does not necessarily mean the process has failed. It is often the point when the parties begin the difficult work required to move toward resolution.
Rick Morefield of Sage Mediation Solutions explains why mediation provides a level of control, validation, and empowerment that trial cannot match. Instead of leaving the outcome in the hands of strangers, mediation allows clients to share their story, shape the process, and help determine the resolution.
In this video, Rick Morefield of Sage Mediation Solutions explains why a “failed” mediation can still offer major advantages to both lawyers and clients. Even when an agreement is not reached, the process can sharpen your strategy, expose weaknesses, and strengthen your preparation for trial.
Meet mediator and founder, Richard Morefield and learn why he is providing mediation services. With a rich history of both business and personal litigation work he is uniquely positioned to help you with your mediation needs.
Rick Morefield explains why mediation is a service that lawyers should consider when supporting their client’s case.
Our lead mediator and founder, Rick Morefield weighs the pros and cons of going to mediation versus going to trial.
Our lead mediator and founder, Rick Morefield answers a few questions about how best to choose a mediator, and his overall approach to mediation.
What’s the key to achieving great results in mediation? According to Richard Morefield, it all starts with preparation—and understanding your BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement).
To get great results in mediation, it’s not enough to know your own case—you need to understand your opponent’s position too. In this video, Richard Morefield explains why knowing both your BATNA and your opponent’s BATNA is the key to consistent success.
Before any mediation begins, Richard Morefield makes it a point to speak with all parties—or their attorneys—in advance. While some may wonder if that’s unusual or even inappropriate, it’s actually a critical part of ensuring a productive, fair, and informed process.
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