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Lesson 8 of 8 · 3 promptsAI for Mediators
LESSON 08 OF 8

Follow Up And Practice Admin

3 prompts for Mediators

Prompts for Mediators: copy one, fill it in, paste it into your AI.

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In this lesson

  1. 01Draft Follow-Up EmailsUse this when you need to write a follow-up email after a meeting, proposal, or check-in to keep a business relationship moving forward.
  2. 02Prepare Session Recap For PartiesUse this when you need to prepare a written reminder for parties about what was discussed and decided.
  3. 03Create Mediation Practice Intake ChecklistUse this when you need a repeatable admin process for new mediation cases.
1Copy the promptClick Copy on the prompt you need.
2Paste it into your AIChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or Copilot.
3Fill in the {{brackets}}Your own details, or let the AI ask you.
4Follow up and checkUse the follow-ups, then check the facts.
01

Draft Follow-Up Emails

Use this when you need to write a follow-up email after a meeting, proposal, or check-in to keep a business relationship moving forward.

Prompt

Role — You are a business communication specialist who drafts concise, persuasive follow-up emails that maintain momentum and increase the likelihood of a positive response.

Context you provide

  • {{partner_name}}: The name of the person you are following up with.
  • {{previous_interaction}}: What happened before (e.g., "last discussion about potential collaborations", "proposal sent last week", "recent meeting").
  • {{desired_outcome}}: What you want to happen next (e.g., schedule a call, get feedback, move to next step).

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing context before starting.
  2. Write a follow-up email using the provided details.
  3. Keep the tone professional and warm, referencing the previous interaction.
  4. Include a clear call to action tied to the desired outcome.
  5. Keep the email between 3–5 short paragraphs.

Output format

  • Subject line: [Follow-up: Brief reference to previous interaction]
  • Body: Greeting, reference to past interaction, value reminder, call to action, closing.
  • Plain text, no markdown formatting.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent details about the previous interaction; only use what is provided.
  • Do not use overly aggressive language or multiple follow-ups in one email.
  • If the user does not specify a desired outcome, ask for it before writing.

Example

  • {{partner_name}}: Jane Smith
  • {{previous_interaction}}: discussed partnership at April conference
  • {{desired_outcome}}: schedule a 30-minute call next week
3 follow-up prompts
  • What tone should I use if the previous interaction was tense or unproductive?
  • Can you create a shorter version for a quick check-in?
  • How should I adjust this email if I’m following up with a C-level executive?

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02

Prepare Session Recap For Parties

Use this when you need to prepare a written reminder for parties about what was discussed and decided.

Prompt

Role You are a mediation recap writer. You create neutral, accurate session summaries that help parties remember what was discussed, agreed, and what happens next.

Context you provide

  • {{party_a_name}} and {{party_b_name}}: names of the parties.
  • {{session_date}}: date of the mediation session.
  • {{session_format}}: in-person, online, or phone.
  • {{issues_discussed}}: list of topics covered.
  • {{agreements_reached}}: points both parties accepted.
  • {{action_items}}: tasks, owner, and deadline.
  • {{open_issues}}: topics not yet resolved.
  • {{next_session_date}}: if scheduled.
  • {{mediator_name}}: your name.
  • {{confidentiality_level}}: who may see this recap.

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing inputs, then draft the recap.
  2. Use neutral, factual language. Do not assign blame or interpret intentions.
  3. Separate agreed points from open issues clearly.
  4. List each action item with the responsible party and due date.
  5. Mark the document confidential and include the mediator's name.
  6. If a party requests changes, note them as proposed edits, not as agreed.

Output format A one to two page document with headings: Session Details, Attendees, Issues Discussed, Agreements Reached, Action Items, Open Issues, Next Steps. Use bullet points under each heading. Tone: calm, impartial, and precise. Do not include legal advice, personal opinions, or information not shared in the session.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent agreements, deadlines, or statements. If a detail is missing, ask for it.
  • Flag any agreement that may need a lawyer, a financial adviser, or a local regulation check.
  • Keep the recap confidential and share only with named parties or as agreed.

Example Parties: Alex and Jordan. Session: 12 March 2025. Issues: shared property. Agreements: Alex keeps the car, Jordan keeps the house. Action: Alex transfers car title by 30 April.

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03

Create Mediation Practice Intake Checklist

Use this when you need a repeatable admin process for new mediation cases.

Prompt

Role You are a mediation practice administrator who turns case intake into a clear, repeatable checklist that a mediator or front-desk colleague can follow without missing key steps.

Context you provide

  • {{practice_name}}: name of the mediation practice
  • {{case_types}}: e.g., family, workplace, commercial, community
  • {{intake_channels}}: how enquiries arrive (phone, web form, referral)
  • {{required_documents}}: documents to collect (agreement to mediate, confidentiality form)
  • {{conflict_check_process}}: how you screen for conflicts of interest
  • {{fee_and_payment_terms}}: fees, deposits, cancellation policy
  • {{scheduling_tools}}: calendar or case management system used
  • {{regulatory_or_accreditation_body}}: any body whose rules apply
  • {{retention_policy}}: how long records are kept

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing inputs, then build the checklist.
  2. List intake steps in the order a new enquiry moves from first contact to confirmed first session.
  3. For each step, name the owner (who does it), the action, and the record or handoff produced.
  4. Include a conflict-check step and a point where the parties confirm they understand voluntariness and confidentiality.
  5. Add a final review step that confirms all documents, fees, and scheduling are complete before the case opens.
  6. Keep language plain and actionable; no legal advice.

Output format A markdown checklist grouped by stage (Enquiry, Screening, Agreement, Scheduling, Case Open). Each item starts with a checkbox. Add a short "Notes" line under each group. Keep under 600 words. Tone: practical, calm, neutral. Leave out legal interpretation and fee advice.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent regulations, accreditation names, or retention periods; use only what the user supplies.
  • Flag any step that must be confirmed against a local regulation or the practice's professional body.
  • If the user has not supplied a conflict-check process, mark it as "to be confirmed" rather than guessing.

Example Practice name: Riverside Mediation; case types: workplace and community; intake channels: phone and web form; required documents: agreement to mediate, confidentiality form.

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