Mediation is the attempt to settle a legal dispute through active participation of a third party (mediator) who works to find points of agreement and make those in conflict agree on a fair results.
Through the JVC Mediation Program, industry members and consumers may use JVC as an impartial mediator. The JVC is not a law firm, thus none of its staff will represent any mediation dispute party as legal counsel. JVC can simply works with both parties to help them reach a fair resolution to their dispute.
Like any Mediation Program, JVC’s Mediation Program has its pros and cons. First, mediation saves both parties time, money and energy in comparison to litigation or other forms of dispute resolution. Second, JVC’s unique 100+ years in the jewelry industry has equipped it with knowledge of the jewelry industry and products offered that far exceeds the knowledge of many non-industry attorneys and/or dispute negotiators. Thus, JVC’s staff has specialized knowledge that allows it to knowledgeably communicate with mediation parties.
Finally, parties should keep in mind that mediation is completely voluntary, which means it can be risky. While many of our mediations have ended with a fair settlement for both parties, not all parties are able to come to an agreement. In the case of a failed mediation, the JVC may still be able to assist parties in resolving their disputes through other methods.
To be considered for the Mediation Program, please read the following steps and act accordingly:
If you have any additional questions about the Mediation Program, please email the JVC Mediation Specialist – sally@jvclegal.org.
Hoover & Strong enjoyed seeing Tiffany in NYC at the Gold Conference. We also enjoyed hearing from Sara Yood during the Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference. She is brilliant and has a wonderful sense of humor. It was the only time I’ve seen a standing ovation for an attorney! It was great interacting with your team on so many occasions this year. We are excited to continue our membership thanks to your efforts and recruitment.
In today’s globalized market, JVC provides a crucial role in creating a more transparent and ethical place to conduct business. They not only have the consumer’s well being in mind, but also they strive to protect the integrity and longevity of the jewelry industry as a whole.
Tiffany and her team are passionate and committed to our trade’s rich history of ethics and consumer trust. They work tirelessly to uphold those standards while at the same time keeping us informed of the latest sanctions from the state department, new FTC guidelines and nomenclature concerning synthetic diamonds as well as NRC standards for gemstone irradiation, just to name a few.
The JVC has an illustrious past and a bright future. The JVC and its talented staff are trusted thought leaders in our industry. It has continued to educate the trade on compliance and helps mediate disputes of all kinds. We are proud to have participated in the JVC for decades.
