It can conclude quickly, or it can take several hours as the mediator conducts multiple rounds of shuttle diplomacy between the parties. After many hours, the parties feel personally invested in the process and neither wishes to leave without settling the dispute. It is important to remember, however, that because the mediator’s job is to get a settlement, regardless of its terms, it is up to you to determine if you can live with the settlement terms. In the event, the Mediation fails, and an Arbitration provision is not contained in the contract, you can enforce your rights in a court of law.