Arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators facilitate negotiation and dialogue between disputing parties to help resolve conflicts outside of the court system.

Many arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators work for state or local governments or in the legal services industry.

Arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators typically learn their skills through a combination of education, training, and work experience.

The median annual wage for arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators was $58,020 in May 2015.

Employment of arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators is projected to grow 9 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations. Mediations and arbitrations are typically faster and less costly than litigation. However, budget constraints at the local and state level may limit employment growth.

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