Message from the Committee Chairs
This issue spotlights the ABA’s House of Delegates unanimous adoption of Resolution 500 urging the increased use of informed and voluntary EDR.
May 2024 – Early Dispute Resolution Committee
Articles
ABA Unanimously Adopts Policy Encouraging Early Dispute Resolution
At its recent Mid-Year Meeting in February, the ABA House of Delegates (House) unanimously approved Resolution 500 urging lawyers and all interested parties to increase the informed and voluntary use…
Construction Industry EDR/Dispute Prevention – Fidevia 20 Year Case Study
The following 10 “Considerations” and additional practical suggestions are discussed in the context I know best: construction, but they are fundamentally applicable across all industries and relation…
An Argument for Less Argument in Family Law
Family law professionals of all disciplines rely upon family discord and individuals pursuing the legal process of divorce in order to have a job to do each day.
Early Dispute Resolution Clauses: Tips to Save Time, Reduce Expense and Preserve Relationships
Settlement is nearly inevitable before trial since it is so costly and time consuming, with an estimated 90% of litigated cases resolving before a final adjudication.