The Association of the Bar of the City of New York has developed a mediation project specifically designed for cooperatives and condominiums. Disputes involving tenant-shareholders, unit owners, residents, boards, and building management and employees all affect the quality of life within a relatively small community. Frequently, issues involving communication, interaction, noise, odors and a wide-variety of lifestyle matters cannot be efficiently addressed through litigation and the court process. This project is an attempt to provide a forum for effectively dealing with such disputes.
Mediation is a fast and cost-effective alternative to litigation.
It helps disputing parties come to a better understanding of their common interests and concerns, and fashion mutually acceptable remedies. Moreover, the project does not infringe on any party's right to use the courts, as participation is completely voluntary and non-binding. It is confidential and any party can elect to terminate the process at any time. It is not necessary for either of the parties to be represented by an attorney, but they have an option to bring an attorney if desired. A brochure describing this project in greater detail is also available upon request.