“Discourage litigation. Persuade your neighbors to compromise whenever you can. Point out to them that the nominal winner is often a real loser in fees, expenses and waste of time.”
- Abraham Lincoln
Mediation & Arbitration
What is the Difference Between Mediation, Arbitration, and Litigation?
Mediation
Mediation is a process where disputing parties resolve disputes outside of the courtroom with the help of a neutral third party, the mediator. The mediator guides the parties through a structured, confidential settlement discussion and assists the parties in developing options for an amicable resolution. The parties are in control of the terms agreed upon, which are manifested in a legally binding contract (written by the mediator). The mediator does not represent the parties and shows no bias towards one or the other. Each client may bring an attorney to mediation, but attorneys are not required to be involved. Mediation offers an effective, confidential alternative or supplement to litigation that is both time and cost efficient.
Arbitration
Arbitration is another process for resolving disputes outside of court. A neutral third party, called the arbitrator, listens to both sides of the dispute and makes a decision that is binding on both parties. Arbitration can be a faster and less expensive alternative to going court, and it can used to resolve a wide range of disputes, including those related to business, a breach of contract, personal injury and consumer issues. The arbitrator does not represent the parties. Each client may bring an attorney to arbitration, but attorneys are not required to be involved.
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LOCATION: Court​
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AVG. COST:
$2,500 - $10,000 for retainer
+ hourly fees (or ~30% for Personal Injury cases)
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TIMEFRAME:
It depends - on average between 6 mos. to 2+ yrs.
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OUTCOME DETERMINED BY:
The Judge or jury ​​​​​​​​
LOCATION: In an office, Zoom, or phone conference​
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OUR FEES:
$1,500 per day
(1 to 3 days, depending on the complexity of the case and number of parties)​
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TIMEFRAME:
2-3 months total (intake form, statement
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OUTCOME DETERMINED BY:
The Arbitrator ​
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Litigation
Mediation
Arbitration
LOCATION: In an office setting, Zoom, or phone conference​
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OUR FEES:
Between $900 to $2,500 in most cases
*Our hourly rate is $150. We require an up-front deposit for the first six hours ($900).
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TIMEFRAME:
1-2 months total (negotiations, contract drafting, revisions, status meeting, calls, etc.) ​
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OUTCOME DETERMINED BY:​
YOU ​​​​​​​
What Kind of Disputes Can Be Mediated or Arbitrated?
We offer Arbitration services for the following matters: Personal injury, breach of contract, and other civil disputes.
We offer Mediation services for the following categories listed below (see tabs):
Civil Disputes
Civil disputes, between individuals or businesses, can involve wide range of issues, such as breach of contract, personal injury, property disputes, employment disputes and more. The party claiming to have been wronged (either by property damage, physical injury, or financially) may be seeking to recover damages or obtain specific performance rather than criminal sanctions. Civil cases can involve wide range of issues, such as breach of contract, personal injury, property disputes, and more
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*Civil disputes may be resolved through mediation or arbitration.