How do I install the Mediation skill?

Run npx skillmds@latest add bytesagain/mediation in your terminal (requires Node.js), paste this page's agent-chat prompt into Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-connected agent, or download the SKILL.md file and copy it into your agent's skills directory.

Is Mediation safe to use?

This skill has not completed SkillMD's automated safety review yet. Independent scanners report: SkillSpector: PASS, Skill Scanner: PASS. Capability flags: executes scripts. SkillMD never runs a skill's scripts for you; review the SKILL.md before installing.

Which AI agents work with Mediation?

This skill is tagged as working with Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex. SKILL.md is an open format, so most agents that read a skills directory can load it too.

Is Mediation free to use?

Yes. Installing skills from SkillMD is free, and the skill stays under its author's original license.

Who published Mediation?

bytesagain (@bytesagain) published this skill. Their other Agent Skills are listed on their SkillMD profile.

Mediation by bytesagain — Agent Skill

Name: Mediation
Rating: 4.2 (5 reviews)
Author: bytesagain

Mediation

Mediation and ADR reference — dispute resolution processes, mediator techniques, caucus strategy, settlement agreements. Use when preparing for mediation sessions, drafting settlement terms, or choosing between ADR methods.

bytesagain Updated Sep 9, 2026 12 repo stars

File contents

Mediation — Alternative Dispute Resolution Reference

Quick-reference skill for mediation processes, techniques, and settlement practices.

When to Use

Preparing for a mediation session as party or counsel
Choosing between mediation, arbitration, and litigation
Understanding mediator techniques and caucus strategy
Drafting enforceable settlement agreements
Evaluating when mediation is appropriate or inappropriate

Commands

`intro`

scripts/script.sh intro

Overview of mediation — definition, principles, comparison with litigation and arbitration.

`process`

scripts/script.sh process

Mediation process stages — opening, joint session, caucus, negotiation, closure.

`techniques`

scripts/script.sh techniques

Mediator techniques — reframing, reality testing, BATNA analysis, anchoring.

`types`

scripts/script.sh types

ADR spectrum — negotiation, mediation, med-arb, arbitration, early neutral evaluation.

`preparation`

scripts/script.sh preparation

Mediation preparation — position statements, BATNA/WATNA, authority, documents.

`settlement`

scripts/script.sh settlement

Settlement agreements — essential terms, enforceability, tax implications.

`ethics`

scripts/script.sh ethics

Mediator ethics — neutrality, confidentiality, self-determination, conflicts.

`checklist`

scripts/script.sh checklist

Mediation readiness checklist for parties and counsel.

`help`

scripts/script.sh help

`version`

scripts/script.sh version

Configuration

Variable	Description
`MEDIATION_DIR`	Data directory (default: ~/.mediation/)

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---name: mediationdescription: Mediation and ADR reference — dispute resolution processes, mediator techniques, caucus strategy, settlement agreements. Use when preparing for mediation sessions, drafting settlement terms, or choosing between ADR methods.--- # Mediation — Alternative Dispute Resolution Reference Quick-reference skill for mediation processes, techniques, and settlement practices. ## When to Use - Preparing for a mediation session as party or counsel - Choosing between mediation, arbitration, and litigation - Understanding mediator techniques and caucus strategy - Drafting enforceable settlement agreements - Evaluating when mediation is appropriate or inappropriate ## Commands ### `intro` ```bash scripts/script.sh intro ``` Overview of mediation — definition, principles, comparison with litigation and arbitration. ### `process` ```bash scripts/script.sh process ``` Mediation process stages — opening, joint session, caucus, negotiation, closure. ### `techniques` ```bash scripts/script.sh techniques ``` Mediator techniques — reframing, reality testing, BATNA analysis, anchoring. ### `types` ```bash scripts/script.sh types ``` ADR spectrum — negotiation, mediation, med-arb, arbitration, early neutral evaluation. ### `preparation` ```bash scripts/script.sh preparation ``` Mediation preparation — position statements, BATNA/WATNA, authority, documents. ### `settlement` ```bash scripts/script.sh settlement ``` Settlement agreements — essential terms, enforceability, tax implications. ### `ethics` ```bash scripts/script.sh ethics ``` Mediator ethics — neutrality, confidentiality, self-determination, conflicts. ### `checklist` ```bash scripts/script.sh checklist ``` Mediation readiness checklist for parties and counsel. ### `help` ```bash scripts/script.sh help ``` ### `version` ```bash scripts/script.sh version ``` ## Configuration | Variable | Description | |----------|-------------| | `MEDIATION_DIR` | Data directory (default: ~/.mediation/) | --- *Powered by BytesAgain | bytesagain.com | hello@bytesagain.com*

Frequently asked questions

Mediation

File contents

Mediation — Alternative Dispute Resolution Reference

When to Use

Commands

intro

process

techniques

types

preparation

settlement

ethics

checklist

help

version