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Resolve Your Dispute Outside Of Court With The Neutrals™

Arbitration and mediation are common alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods that can help parties resolve a dispute without going through a lengthy and wealth draining courtroom litigation. Mediators and arbitrators are neutral and have no interest in the matter before them as they work with all parties to resolve the matter under the applicable laws and rules to each process.

Typically, court ordered mediation and/or arbitration are non-binding, meaning once completed, if either side refuses to accept the outcome of either process then the matter continues to trial. Mediation, which is typically a nonbinding process for the parties involved, utilizes one mediator who does not judge the case. Instead, the mediator facilitates the discussions between the parties, who then develop their own settlement agreement to resolve their dispute.

Arbitration is another process outside the traditional court litigation. In non-binding arbitration, parties take their case before a court appointed arbitrator. Of course, in those cases where a contract requires binding arbitration, the parties may agree to a single arbitrator or a panel of arbitrators depending on the terms of the contract. The arbitrators will make the decision about the case award after hearing from the parties involved in the dispute and receiving other evidence. Like mediation, non-binding arbitration does not extinguish the litigation if either party chooses to file a request for trial de novo, asking the court to move forward with the litigation. Alternatively, the arbitrator’s or arbitrators’ decision in a binding arbitration is final, subject to the terms of the contract for any post arbitration relief.

Mediation and arbitration can be a complex process without the help of an experienced and skilled advocate. At the Law Offices of Levi Williams, P.A., founding attorney Levi Williams has extensive experience in ADR and can explain the process. Attorney Williams serves on the State Board of Florida Mediators, which is the regulatory board for mediation in Florida. He has more than 25 years of experience mediating and arbitrating matters such as:

  • Buying or selling a business
  • Commercial matters
  • Employment matters
  • Contract disputes
  • Government entities
  • Breach of contract

When you work with attorney Williams, you are working with an attorney at a boutique firm who will give your case personal attention.

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A Custom Approach To Your Mediation And Arbitration Needs

With The Neutrals™, you will find a customized approach to addressing the unique needs of the parties involved. The firm’s lawyers consider the strengths and weaknesses of each side in order to help you resolve your dispute.

There are several benefits of ADR, including:

  • Matters are privately handled outside of the courtroom
  • More control over the process
  • Long-term settlement agreements can be reached
  • It can be less costly than litigation
  • Peace of mind

The firm’s experienced attorneys can help you determine if mediation or arbitration is a better option than the traditional litigation path. Arbitration is often required in some contracts, especially in employment law matters. The Neutrals™ also provide mediation and nonbinding and/or binding arbitration to corporations and individuals under contractual obligations outside of a court order. 

Learn How The Neutrals™ Can Help

The Neutrals™ at the Law Offices of Levi Williams, P.A., have the experience to help you with your mediation and arbitration needs. Email the firm or call 954-900-9138 to schedule your consultation.