All disputes, whether in difficult business negotiations or full scale litigation, can become a drain on resources, sapping money, time and management focus and destroying important commercial relationships.

ADR offers the chance to add a fresh dimension to negotiations and to cut the cost of conflict in both time and money.

ADR incorporates a range of techniques and approaches for resolving disputes other than by litigation or arbitration. In particular, its advantages are:

Speed

ADR processes can be set up as quickly as the parties wish and usually last only a day or two.

Cost

ADR processes cost a fraction of the cost of litigation.

Confidentiality

ADR processes are confidential, therefore avoiding unwanted publicity.

Control

Unlike a court hearing, the parties themselves remain in full control of an ADR process, and of any settlement agreed. Parties can reclaim their rights if no settlement is reached.

Commercial Focus

In ADR the parties’ personal or commercial interests, as well as their legal rights, can influence the resolution, and more creative settlements can be reached than in court.

Business Relations

ADR processes are significantly closer to business negotiations than to adversary courtroom procedures, so business relationships can be reserved. ADR can be used either before or at any time during litigation or arbitration procedure.