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Dispute Resolution

Colson, Sawyer & Associates is certified to handle three areas of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).  These areas are facilitation  arbitration and mediation.

Facilitation is the use of third party neutrals to help multi-party work groups accomplish the content of their work by providing process leadership and process expertise.  Facilitators are persons who make a group's work easier by structuring and guiding the participation of group members.
Arbitration is a method of resolving a dispute between two or more parties.  The parties agree in advance to abide by the decision of the arbitrator.  Arbitrators are impartial persons who are knowledgeable in the area of controversy and committed to rendering a fair and impartial decision after all parties have had an opportunity to present their case.  The decision of the arbitrator is final and binding.
Mediation is a method of resolving a dispute between two or more parties.  The mediator is a neutral third person who acts to encourage and facilitate the resolution of a dispute.  The role of the mediator includes, but is not limited to, assisting the parties in identifying issues, fostering joint problem-solving, and exploring settlement alternatives.  The parties to the dispute are in control of the final decision, and the decision may or may not be binding.

ADR is gaining widespread acceptance as a preferred method of resolving legal disputes since it reduces or directly avoids expensive court costs and time.  Many state courts, employment contracts, and collective bargaining agreements now mandate that disputes be resolved via arbitration or mediation.

Colson, Sawyer & Associates can serve as facilitators as well as arbitrators and mediators in all court-ordered, contract required or voluntary arbitrations and mediations.

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