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Alternative Dispute Resolution

Alternative dispute resolution (ADR), stated simply, is the process of equitably resolving disputes outside of traditional litigation. The practice of ADR utilizes a variety of methods including negotiation, mediation, arbitration, neutral evaluation and other creative alternatives to formal court proceedings. The goal of ADR as an alternative to litigation is to encourage parties to reach consensus and resolve disputes, generally with the assistance of a neutral third party, but without the involvement of a judge or jury. 

Greenbaum’s ADR practice team is a diverse group of attorneys who focus on various areas of litigation, as well as corporate, real estate, construction, environmental, healthcare and family law. They include trial and transactional lawyers, former judges, court appointed mediators, arbitrators and special masters. A number of our attorneys are American Arbitration Association (AAA) trained mediators and arbitrators who serve on AAA national, employment, commercial, and construction panels.

ADR may come into play in the settlement of construction and real estate conflicts, complex commercial disputes, bankruptcy proceedings, family law disputes, employment matters, healthcare disputes, estate claims, environmental matters, and disputes among business owners including post-acquisition disputes and corporate governance conflicts.

Our approach is centered on sophisticated strategies for conflict resolution that place an early and comprehensive focus on interpersonal relationships, transaction details, and other relevant factors that have contributed to a dispute. When appropriate and viable, it may then be possible to obtain an effective resolution through ADR that upholds the rights of all parties, meets their objectives, preserves personal and business relationships, and avoids the time and expense associated with traditional litigation.

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