Careers Burlington 802.864.0217 Middlebury 802.388.6356 Pay Your Bill Home Who We Are What We Do Our Team Giving Back News Contact Us ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION We believe that the best resolution of a dispute is often one controlled by the client, not by the court. That is why, whenever appropriate, we talk with our clients about Alternative Dispute Resolution, or ADR. Our trial attorneys represent clients in all sorts of ADR proceedings, including arbitrations, mediations, and evaluations. We use common sense and creativity to solve problems, and are known for our ability to fashion a resolution that works for all. It is no coincidence, therefore, that several of our attorneys are frequently asked to act as “neutrals” to aid other parties in resolving disputes. Whether by appointment of the state and federal courts, or by the election of private parties and their representatives, these attorneys serve as arbitrators, mediators, special masters, evaluators, and counsel in collaborative law settings. All have received special training in various forms of ADR, and are committed to ensuring that the ADR process serves the specific needs of the parties involved. Our ADR services include: ARBITRATION An arbitrator reviews the evidence submitted by the parties, decides the facts, and makes a binding decision. We frequently serve as arbitrators in all sorts of disputes, either solely or as a member of a panel. MEDIATION A mediator assists the parties in discussing the issues and agreeing to a voluntary resolution of a dispute. We act as mediators in a wide variety of cases, whether pursuant to a court order or by an agreement of the parties. EVALUATION The federal court and most state courts require that many cases undergo Early Neutral Evaluation to assist the parties in coming to a voluntary agreement. Several of our attorneys have been appointed and trained by the federal court to act as evaluators and are frequently selected to do so in a broad range of litigation matters. COLLABORATIVE LAW Collaborative (or cooperative) law is a process in which the parties focus on cooperative problem-solving. By sharing information and engaging in four-way meetings, the parties, with the help of their attorneys, find mutually acceptable resolutions to their issues in a safe environment. Several of our attorneys are specially trained and experienced in the tools and methods of collaborative law. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION ATTORNEYS Alison J. Bell Christopher L. Davis Erin Miller Heins Fritz Langrock Susan M. Murray PRACTICE AREAS Alternative Dispute Resolution Appeals Business Litigation Business Planning & Transactions Civil Rights College Discipline Construction Criminal Defense Employment Entertainment Environmental Estate Litigation Estate Planning & Probate Family Law Insurance Coverage Legal Malpractice Municipal Non-Profits Personal Injury Real Estate & Land Use Tax, Private Wealth, & Business Succession Workers’ Compensation SAVE AS PDF WHAT CAN WE HELP YOU WITH TODAY? CONTACT US Navigate Home Who We Are What We Do Our Team Giving Back News Contact Us Careers Disclaimer Accessibility Contact Info Burlington: 802.864.0217 Middlebury: 802.388.6356 Email: attorneys@langrock.com Contact Us >> © Langrock Sperry & Wool 2021