Dispute Resolution (DR)

Also known as alternative dispute resolution (ADR), this refers to a series of processes that provide disputing parties different avenues for settlement than the traditional legal process (litigation). They include: mediation, arbitration, facilitation and collaborative law. These processes provide many benefits and can be used to resolve virtually any type of dispute whether in a private or public.

Benefits of Dispute Resolution

• Less expensive/faster than the traditional legal process.
• Parties participate in reaching a solution,
• More control over the outcome of the dispute.
• Less formal/ more flexible rules than the trial court.