ADR is the common abbreviation for alternative dispute resolution. ADR can not only deliver you a solution while saving you the cost and time associated with civil litigation, but it can give you more of a voice. Appeals aside, when a judge makes a decision, it's final. There is no room for further discussion or negotiation. In non-binding arbitration and mediation, you are not locked into anything.

Before we dive deeper into ADR, we should get a common question out of the way: If an arbitrator or a mediator is neutral, why do I need an attorney? At Hamilton Law, we like to point out that judges are impartial too, but you likely wouldn't want to go into a courtroom without legal counsel. The same applies to ADR. You will be forced to make decisions in real time, and your attorney is there to ensure you get the best possible outcome...

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