An arbitration lawyer can help you avoid costly and lengthy courtroom trials. Arbitration is routinely used in family law and business law to expedite negotiations and keep costs down, while still achieving your goals.
The lawyers in our firm come from diverse backgrounds, with expertise in international business, commercial law, litigation and family law. All of our legal professionals who practice in these areas are experienced in both the courtroom, and in mediation and arbitration settings.
Because we believe in providing excellent legal work in a timely and affordable manner, we may recommend ADR as a possible solution for you.
The main techniques used in ADR include mediation, arbitration and collaborative family law.
Mediation precedes arbitration. A mediator is a neutral third-party who tries to bring disputes to a resolution without the need for arbitration or a trial. Mediation is non-binding, that is, participants are not required by law to heed the results of mediation proceedings. Mediation is often mandatory for certain types of legal cases and is very effective at solving disputes or, at least, resolving some of the issues so that future arbitration or trials proceed more smoothly.
Arbitration is used when mediation fails to achieve a mutually agreeable resolution. The results of arbitration are legally binding, as long as they meet the conditions laid out by the province of Ontario, all of which will be discussed by your lawyer.
In arbitration, both sides explain their case to a neutral arbitrator. Arbitration is less formal than a court trial, although the details of how the arbitration will be carried out are defined by the arbitrator and the legal counsel representing each party in the dispute.
Our lawyers will examine your case carefully to ensure that mediation and arbitration are the best options for you, and to see that your interests are fully addressed in any arbitration.
Collaborative family law is another method of dispute resolution available to couples seeking a divorce. This informal process focuses on respect, listening, and finding common interests on the way to an amicable resolution.
Arbitration proceedings are often faster than a court trial, making them a desirable solution for many people. There is less formality than in a court, which gives the participants greater control over the pace at which the arbitration proceeds.
Because arbitrations and other alternative dispute resolution techniques tend to be shorter in length than trials, they are often also a more affordable option.
Arbitration is less rigid than a trial. Courts necessarily have strict rules about evidence, but arbitration generally allows participants more freedom to present all relevant information, while still adhering to the same laws that a court trial follows.
Our arbitration lawyers are skilled in acting as independent counsel in both mediation and arbitration disputes. If you have any questions about whether these alternative dispute resolution options might work for you, please call our head office in Toronto at 416-972-9001 to schedule an initial consultation.
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