Alternative Dispute Resolution and Mediation

Although our attorneys have tried many trials to the Court and to juries, we are also trained and experienced in mediation. Mediation is an alternative form of dispute resolution that is confidential and can be faster and less expensive than a court trial if both sides truly want to mediate and if a skilled mediator is involved. Because of the number of legal issues in Probate Court that may be difficult to prove without evidence, some cases cannot be mediated until the evidence has been collected and reviewed.

We will always recommend mediation if it is in the client’s best interest because, in addition to the speed and cost of resolution, mediation can also protect family relationships, since finances, evidence, and relationships are discussed in private and not in open court.