Arbitration serves as a substitute for a trial, but with less expense and delay. The parties submit their differences to the judgment of one or more neutral arbitrators appointed by mutual agreement. “Tailored Arbitration” avoids needless complexity and expense.

A major criticism of arbitration is that arbitration proceedings have become as complex and expensive as the litigation it was intended to replace. To avoid that result, we offer what we call “tailored arbitration.” Once an arbitrator or panel of arbitrators is chosen by the parties, the arbitrator meets with the attorneys for the parties and they design the process together so that it is no more complex, time-consuming or expensive than the situation requires.

For example, we have conducted arbitrations in which the parties made written submissions only and the arbitrator made the decision based on the submissions. We have also conducted arbitrations in which the parties agreed to one witness per side plus written submissions. Of course, when the parties and their attorneys believe it is necessary, our arbitrators can and do oversee full arbitration processes.

Some of our mediators also act as arbitrators. We also have panels of highly qualified, experienced attorneys from which the parties can choose. If none of our panelists are acceptable, we willingly work with the attorneys to identify and retain others who will be suitable.

We administer the arbitration for a modest administrative fee. Beyond that fee the only charges are for the time of the arbitrator(s). We do not charge an administrative fee based on the amount in controversy.