Mission: It’s About People, Ideas and Experiences.

Diversity and inclusion are issues that touch everyone, and every aspect of our world. We are committed to building and maintaining, as a central and permanent part of our culture, a diverse and inclusive environment based on the following beliefs:

Each of us is unique, and being inclusive means recognizing and celebrating each person's uniqueness;
A diverse and inclusive culture is critical to parties feeling that the process was fair and helpful;
We must never be satisfied, but must be dedicated, individually and as a group, to always seek new and better ways to support a practical solution to disputes that all parties accept as a positive alternative to litigation.

E-MEDIATION |

Are you dealing with a conflict that you’d like to amicably resolve?

Do you have an internet connection, access to a computer with a webcam? E-Mediation may be your answer.

E-mediation very closely resembles in-person mediation, however it is virtual; e-mediation is conducted via phone, email or virtual conferencing.

Are you located in different geographic locations…

Did your dispute originate online and perhaps you’ve never met?

Perhaps the subject matter is too contentious or emotional…

Or maybe you are taking caution in the time of COVID-19…

E-mediation can be more convenient, conducted from wherever you find the most comfort, and quite cost-effective.

Mediation is a dispute resolution process in which an impartial third party — the mediator — facilitates negotiation among the parties to help them reach a mutually acceptable settlement. The parties, together with their counsel, work toward a solution.

Just about any type of civil case or issue may be resolved by mediation, which is available at any time, even before a lawsuit has been filed. The only requirement is that each party agrees to participate in the process.

In mediation, the mediator does not make a decision about the outcome of the case. The purpose is not to decide who is right or wrong, rather it is a platform in which the parties can express their feelings and diffuse tension, determine underlying interests or concerns, find areas of agreement, and ultimately incorporate these into a solution.

Our approach will vary with each matter, but it is always predicated on thoroughly understanding the issues from both sides, considering possible avenues of resolution, remaining impartial, maintaining confidentiality, and respecting the views and decisions of counsel and their clients. The process is normally held in a private office or meeting room and no public record is made of the proceedings. If no settlement is reached, any statements during the proceedings are inadmissible as evidence in any subsequent litigation.

Please note that to ensure confidentiality, we do not allow for any recordings and we do require that all participants be in a quiet and secure space, without others who are not involved in the matter present. Thank you for your understanding.

MEDIATION |

Mediation is a dispute resolution process in which an impartial third party – the mediator – facilitates negotiation among the parties to help them reach a mutually acceptable settlement. The parties, together with their counsel, work toward a solution.

In MEDIATION, the mediator does not make a decision about the outcome of the case. The purpose is not to decide who is right or wrong, rather it is a platform in which the parties can express their feelings and diffuse tension, determine underlying interests or concerns, find areas of agreement, and ultimately incorporate these into a solution.

CO-MEDIATION |

We are pleased to offer CO-MEDIATION when parties request it and in instances where our neutrals feel that it will be helpful.

Co-mediation is just what it sounds like, the practice of pairing two neutrals together to handle a matter. The structure in which the neutrals work together will be coordinated internally, with efficiency and the best interest of the parties in mind. Our neutrals are committed to offering this service as they recognize that their areas of practice, their diversity and their experience differ from the other neutrals.

Co-mediation may be particularly beneficial in matters involving a number of parties or particularly complex issues. It can also be beneficial in highly sensitive matters and in matters that involve parties with different backgrounds, to allow all parties to not only feel heard, but to feel comfortable throughout the mediation process.

If our neutrals feel that co-mediation is warranted, there will not be any additional expense to the parties. If the parties request co-mediation, there may be a dual fee structure depending on the matter.

ARBITRATION |

In ARBITRATION, both parties present their case and evidence like you would do in a trial. Unlike a mediator, the arbitrator decides the dispute, much like a judge would do. Still, arbitration can be more flexible than a lawsuit, it could cost less than a trial and it could be resolved in a timeframe and at a location convenient to the parties.

SPECIAL MASTER AND RECEIVERSHIP |

We are pleased to offer SPECIAL MASTER SERVICES in a variety of areas. A special master, who is almost always an attorney, is appointed by a judge to oversee one or more aspects of litigation. They may be appointed pre-trial, during trial, or post-trial to handle matters that include resolution of pretrial or non-dispositive matters, mediation of settlement negotiations, or post-trial implementation of a decree. Judges appoint special masters for a variety of reasons.

A RECEIVER, whether appointed or privately agreed upon, is a person or company appointed to act as a neutral third party and take custody, manage, and/or preserve money or property that is subject to litigation. The receiver will manage the assets in place of the owner. They typically perform the necessary inspections to identify any critical legal issues and liabilities, and will then determine the appropriate management and in some cases, disposition strategy of the assets.

MEDIATION & ARBITRATION