There are many distinct advantages of choosing alternative dispute resolution for your case. Although every case is unique, we generally find that our alternative dispute resolution clients enjoy the following:

• Faster resolution – It’s not unusual for litigation to drag on for years, as court systems often have lengthy case backlogs.
• Less costly – The discovery process alone for a trial can be quite pricey. Arbitration and mediation are both streamlined processes that keep costs to a minimum.
• More privacy – Court records are, by and large, publicly available. If you file a lawsuit, your dispute-related affairs become a matter of public record. In contrast, alternative dispute resolution is confidential, with no public record. This makes it a particularly attractive choice for high-profile individuals and for companies concerned about reputational damage.
• Subject matter experience – In litigation, judges are assigned to cases based on their jurisdiction. They may not necessarily be familiar with the intricacies of a certain industry. In arbitration and mediation, arbitrators and mediators can be selected that do have particular experience with complex matters, such as construction disputes.
• Less adversarial – Litigation is, by nature, a highly confrontational process that involves a party accusing the other party of some act of wrongdoing. Alternative dispute resolution provides a less hostile environment in which the parties can work together toward an agreeable solution.