Legal Resources Alternative Dispute Resolution Continuum of Dispute Resolution Approaches

Continuum of Dispute Resolution Approaches

There are several methods that may be used to resolve disputes. These methods range from the most common - unassisted negotiation - to the most formal - court adjudication. Between these two extremes are a variety of "alternative" processes that may be better suited to a particular situation.

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• » Common Dispute Resolution Approaches

Unassisted negotiation Alternative Dispute Resolution (Assisted Negotiation) Conciliation Facilitation Mediation Settlement Judge Process Early Neutral Evaluation Mini-trial Fact-Finding Arbitration Adjudication Court Administrative