Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is a term used to describe a basket of procedures outside the traditional litigation process, usually entered into voluntarily by parties to a dispute in an attempt to resolve it.
"Discourage litigation. Persuade your neighbours to compromise whenever you can. Point out to them how the nominal winner is often a real loser - in fees, expenses and waste of time" - Abraham Lincoln
Mediation is a process in which the parties agree to appoint a third-party neutral to assist them in attempting to reach a voluntary settlement. It is confidential and without prejudice.
Arbitration involves adjudication by a third-party neutral. While it is possible to structure arbitration to be non-binding, most arbitration proceedings are designed to be binding.
Training is available for specific situations such as
Workplace workshops and certification courses recognized by
the ADR Institue of Ontario and Canada.
Donald Bisson is recognized as a Qualified Mediatior (Q.Med) and Arbitrator (Q.Arb) by the
ADR Institute of Canada, the
ADR Institute of Ontario and the
ADR Institute of BC and as Qualified Family Arbitration Screener (QFAS), Specialist in Family Mediation (FDRP Med), and Certificate in Online Dispute Resolution (CODR) by the
Family Disppute Resolution Institute of Ontario.
Resolution tailored to the party's requirements.
Faster and binding out of court solution.
1 Lengthy litigation can be avoided.
2 Saves time and money.
3 Fair and neutral.
4 Confidential.
5 Helps parties find workable solutions.
