Mediation & Arbitration
Strategic representation in private resolution processes for business, property, fiduciary, and family disputes.
Structured dispute resolution when a practical result matters more than prolonged conflict.
Practical advice built around the objective.
Mediation and arbitration are not simply alternatives to court; they require their own strategy. We prepare the facts, legal positions, valuation issues, and negotiation ranges so the client enters the process with a clear decision framework.
Where arbitration is required, we manage the matter with the same disciplined preparation used in litigation while taking advantage of a more tailored forum.
We use the process deliberately—clarifying the real objective, testing assumptions, preparing for impasse, and documenting any resolution precisely.
Frequently asked about mediation & arbitration.
These are general answers, not legal advice. The right answer depends on the facts and governing law.
Is mediation binding?
Usually the mediation itself is not binding unless the parties reach and sign an enforceable settlement. The exact effect depends on the documents and applicable law.
Is arbitration the same as mediation?
No. A mediator helps parties negotiate; an arbitrator acts more like a private judge and can issue a binding decision when the agreement and law provide for it.
Should I prepare for mediation as seriously as trial?
Serious preparation usually improves the quality of negotiation because it clarifies evidence, risk, settlement authority, and the likely consequences of no agreement.
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