Cost of AAA Mediation*

There is no up-front filing fee to initiate a mediation.

The cost of mediation is based on the hourly or daily mediation rate published on the mediator's AAA profile. This rate covers both mediator compensation and an allocated portion for the AAA's services. There is a four-hour or one half-day minimum charge for a mediation conference. Expenses referenced in the Mediation Procedures may also apply.

If a matter submitted for mediation is withdrawn or cancelled or results in a settlement after the request to initiate mediation is filed but prior to the mediation conference, parties will be responsible for an administrative fee plus any mediator time and charges incurred. Please review the fee schedule in the appropriate rules for additional details.

* Some AAA Mediation Procedures provide for other fee arrangements. Please refer to the rule set your mediation will be administered under, or call the AAA to check the specific Mediation Procedures that will apply to your mediation.