Calgary Alternative Dispute Resolution Lawyers
Legal Options To Create Long-Term Solutions
Mediation, arbitration, and collaborative law are three recognized legal routes to resolving family law issues. Participants benefit from processes that protect their interests and achieve agreements that are fair and workable on a long-term basis. Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP represents individual clients in these alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes. We are also mediators and arbitrators for those who choose to engage a third-party facilitator or decision-maker in their family law dispute.
When To Choose ADR
Alternative dispute resolution is often a sound option for separating spouses. When a couple chooses to separate, the important early steps include creating plans for child care and custody. Often, parents have more stable, effective arrangements when they are established in a non-adversarial setting. When parents disagree, the guidance of a neutral third party, such as a mediator, can help them resolve issues and arrive at mutually agreeable solutions.
Financial matters, including spousal support and division of property, may also be resolved through an ADR process. Participants have the option to engage experts such as financial planners and child psychologists to provide insight on the way to reaching an agreement.
Individuals entering a new relationship may also use the ADR process to negotiate the terms of a prenuptial agreement or cohabitation agreement. In this way, spouses benefit from impartial guidance while retaining amicable communication on the path to signing a legal agreement.
Examples Of ADR
A mediator is a neutral third party who assists all parties involved in reaching a consensus.
An arbitrator acts like a private judge. Upon presentation of evidence and testimony, he or she will impose a binding agreement on the parties.
In collaborative law, participants formally agree to stay out of court. Negotiations for resolving disputes happen in four-way meetings over time.
In every ADR forum, participants have the option to be represented by a lawyer, and each participant's legal counsel must review any final agreement.
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Calgary Dispute Resolution Lawyers: Serving Calgary and Area
Our alternative dispute resolution lawyers in Calgary are committed to finding the legal resolution most appropriate for our clients. While ADR is preferable in many cases, it is not right for everyone. When necessary, our litigation lawyers have extensive experience and knowledge to go to court.
To consult with a member of our Alberta firm, call us toll free at 877-563-5295. In Calgary, call 403-233-9300 or contact us online to book an appointment.