There are many reasons why parties to a dispute should elect ADR, including: * ADR resolves disputes faster and with less investment of time and resources. * ADR is less costly. * Parties are more able to preserve business relationships. * ADR is less emotionally taxing than a trial. * ADR proceedings, unlike those of a trial, can be kept private. Many types of disputes are especially suitable to ADR, including: * Real estate and construction * Family, including parenting plans and property division * Contract * Corporate * Business * Consumer |