1. Negotiations between disputants with or without attorneys. Abrams and Associates attorneys share their experience with clients such as how to discuss and offer solutions to the other party. Because of the attorneys training and experience, they may present solutions the clients may not otherwise consider.
2. Mediation is using a non-party neutral person to help the parties negotiate resolution to problems. The attorneys at Abrams and Associates, P.C. handle mediations, coach clients or serve as mediators. They will explain the applicable law and help define the issues for more effective results. Using a neutral third person in this ADR process helps manage feelings, provides new ideas to both parties help the parties reach a settlement.
3. Collaborative Law is an exciting new way of reaching settlements. This method requires the clients and attorneys to promise each other that they will not enter into litigation but will continue negotiating until a settlement is reached. Not only are both parties represented by an attorney, but when needed, also there are psychological coaches, child advocates, mediators and financial experts who are used to provide information to the parties. The cost of using the collaborative law consultation process frequently is less than traditional litigation. Here, the clients have far more control over the pace and the final results to resolve a dispute.
4. Arbitration
is hiring a private judge to make decisions for the parties. By doing the
choosing, the attorneys can locate someone with particular expertise and training that
matches the type of dispute. Information and evidence are presented by each side
before the Arbitrator can reach a decision. The process is usually more informal,
shorter in time, but may be more costly than traditional litigation. The attorneys at Abrams
and Associates, P.C. have served as arbitrators as well as a counsel in the arbitration
process. The arbitrator makes the final decision. Because it is private, the
parties waive their right to appeal. Arbitration is more private than traditional
litigation in the public court room.
