Mediation Services
Independent mediation for business disputes, contractual disagreements, financial or operational issues, service disputes, and other appropriate civil matters. Parties and counsel evaluate disputed issues and settlement options in a structured, impartial process, whether before or during litigation.
Mediation of disagreements between business owners, partners, investors, vendors and organizations. Mr. Tafoya's executive management and commercial negotiation experience informs his understanding of the operational and financial considerations involved.
Mediation availability is assessed for each matter.
Request Mediation AvailabilityDisputes between colleagues, leadership, management, and other workplace stakeholders, where voluntary mediation is appropriate. Sessions are designed to give each participant a fair hearing and to focus on practical, forward-looking arrangements.
Mediation involving hospitals, health systems, physician groups, medical practices, healthcare businesses and professional stakeholders. Relevant matters include contracts, operational relationships, administration and organizational responsibilities. His background encompasses clinical practice, hospital administration, executive management, healthcare regulation and professional education.
Mediation availability is assessed for each matter.
Request Mediation AvailabilityNeutral facilitation for leadership disagreements, governance issues, organizational decision-making and disputes between departments or stakeholder groups. The process allows participants to identify interests, assess responsibilities and evaluate proposed arrangements.
Structured negotiations involving multiple parties, interagency relationships, business agreements and organizational transitions. Mr. Tafoya coordinates agendas and discussion so participants can evaluate their interests and consider mutually acceptable arrangements.
Mediation availability is assessed for each matter.
Request Mediation AvailabilityFormats & Flexibility
A structured process for evaluating disputed issues before litigation.
Mediation for represented parties, coordinated with counsel on both sides.
Session length is set according to the needs and complexity of each matter.
Engagement Options
Virtual mediation allows participants and their counsel to engage in a structured process from different locations. It may be appropriate for civil, commercial, workplace and organizational disputes involving geographically dispersed participants.
Zoom is an available platform. Private breakout rooms and separate party conferences may be used for discussions in accordance with applicable agreements and privacy requirements. No technology provides absolute security or confidentiality.
Mr. Tafoya is available for in-person mediation throughout Nevada and for travel to other jurisdictions where he may appropriately serve. In-person proceedings may be suitable for disputes requiring extensive discussions, multiple participants or complex negotiations.
Hybrid mediation accommodates participants attending both in person and remotely. This format may be appropriate when parties, attorneys or organizational representatives are located in different jurisdictions.
Submit general information about the matter and preferred timing. Availability and acceptance are subject to conflict screening, applicable jurisdictional requirements, and agreement of the parties.