Choosing a neutral is an important decision. A neutral must see both sides of a dispute, be decisive, and know the area of law in dispute. Parties want a fair hearing while reducing the cost of extended litigation. We offer innovative neutral services that give the parties control, efficiency, and results.
Arbitration is a binding adjudicatory process to resolve legal disputes out of court. The parties choose, in writing, to have their claims heard by an arbitrator or panel of arbitrators instead of going to court. The parties also choose the set of rules that will apply to the arbitration.
Mediation is a voluntary negotiation to resolve legal disputes, facilitated by a neutral mediator. In mediation, the parties have the opportunity to share information about their positions while trying to negotiate a mutually agreeable outcome to their disputes.
Jan 2022 – Laura co-presented a seminar on “Overcoming Impasse: An Exploration of Strategies That Work” with Marilyn Quinn at the Center for Mediation
November 2021 – Laura co-presented a seminar on “Completing the Toolkit [for Mediators]” with Jud Perkins at the Center for Mediation