Can a party be represented by counsel during mediation for Amerispec Inspection Services?

According to the 2025 Amerispec Inspection Services Franchise Disclosure Document, any party involved in mediation has the right to be represented by legal counsel. Furthermore, with the mediator's permission, a party can bring other relevant individuals to the mediation proceedings.

This means that if a dispute arises between an Amerispec Inspection Services franchisee and the franchisor that proceeds to mediation, both the franchisee and Amerispec Inspection Services can have their attorneys present to advise and represent them during the mediation. This ensures that each party has the opportunity to receive legal guidance throughout the process.

The mediation itself is governed by the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA), utilizing a mediator selected by the parties or, if they cannot agree, by the AAA. The mediation is intended to be held within 30 days of a written request and will take place in the metropolitan area of Amerispec Inspection Services' principal place of business, which is currently Memphis, Tennessee. The cost of the mediation is to be split equally between the parties involved.