Overview
We understand that pursuing litigation through the court system is often not the most desirable route for our clients. Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes, mediation and arbitration in particular, often provide the flexibility, confidentiality, and timely resolution that traditional dispute routes cannot as easily accommodate and thus also help avoid reputational risks. Keeping our clients’ best interests in mind, we therefore routinely assess risks and recommend the most appropriate dispute resolution methods for a particular situation or set of objectives.
Our lawyers have significant experience and formal training in mediation and arbitration, whether the matter is domestic or international. We keep current on developments in ADR processes and approaches, and train our lawyers on effective settlement negotiation, including completing formal training through ADR Societies. In addition, several of our lawyers are accredited experienced neutrals in both mediations and arbitrations.
Mediation:
Our lawyers are routinely engaged in the mediation of both civil and administrative disputes. Mediation is now commonplace and increasingly "mandated" by courts, regulators, or by multi-stage dispute resolution provisions in contracts. Mediation helps the parties explore--and reach--settlement but does not provide a final, binding decision imposed by a third party. It is a very flexible tool which can help preserve ongoing business relationships, find creative solutions beyond traditional remedies, and resolve a discreet issue without the need to litigate or engage in another form of ADR regarding the whole, saving time and expense.
Arbitration:
Arbitration processes involve an arbitrator who makes a final, binding decision. Like mediations, arbitrations are private and, usually, confidential, preserving the privacy for all parties involved. Our arbitration practice includes both domestic and international arbitration matters in a number of industries, including dealing with the complexities of global enforcement. We are familiar, and trained with the many ADR rules and regimes through which arbitrations are often conducted.
Key Contacts
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