Historically, ADR in the contested estate arena has been woefully under-utilized. This article looks at the benefits of submitting trust and estate disputes to mediation, and shows how videoconference mediations and arbitrations have become a viable alternative to court-adjudications.

Why spend money on crafting a lengthy arbitration clause and then pay an arbitrator to figure out what it means when you can get free, expedited consideration from judges that specialize in adjudicating these very disputes?

A discussion of the rise in the use of statutory adjudication in various jurisdictions in the context of complex construction disputes, and a look at whether the United States is now ready to also embrace this ADR option.

In times of increasing risks of insolvency, as well as trade and travel restrictions, this article identifies issues tribunals and claimants need to consider when facing a non-participating respondent in international arbitration.

Arbitration offers numerous benefits for resolving disputes, particularly in the current global environment. This article discusses the reasons parties may wish to do so, and practical tips for doing so effectively.