Sentences with phrase «use of alternative dispute resolution»

Among other things his centre was responsible for a report published earlier this year on the practical use of alternative dispute resolution in European cross-border disputes.

(j) Continues exploring the potential use of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms as a means to further the objectives of the Convention;

The Administrative Dispute Resolution and Negotiated Rulemaking Acts of 1990 designated FMCS as a key provider of dispute resolution services to other federal, state, and local government agencies recognizing FMCS's expertise and ability to reduce costs through the expanded use of alternative dispute resolution processes throughout government.

Samuel A. Lewis discusses the increasingly common use of alternative dispute resolution procedures like mediation and arbitration.

The proposed reforms to the civil justice system in Scotland, through the Courts Reform Bill, include the increased use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes including mediation, and for a range of issues, not just family cases.

According to a June 2012 report from U.S. Courts, 18 of 94 federal district courts authorize use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) for pro ses and 11 authorize use of ADR by prisoner pro ses.

«(b) ACTIONS EXEMPTED FROM CONSIDERATION OF ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION - Each district court may exempt from the requirements of this section specific cases or categories of cases in which use of alternative dispute resolution would not be appropriate.

Observers, including the CBA's own Envisioning Equal Justice Project, have suggested responses ranging from strengthening the voluntary sector to greater use of alternative dispute resolution to some form of conditional and contingency fee arrangements or third - party litigation funding.

Promotes and makes use of alternative disputes resolution mechanisms when in the best interests of our clients.

If you are using any of the alternative dispute resolution systems outside of litigation (i.e. mediation, collaborative divorce, or cooperative divorce) your timeline will be a bit different.

More effective dispute resolution Dispute resolution in the UK can be costly at the best of times despite laudable efforts to increase the use of alternative dispute resolution and other approaches to avoid litigation in the Tax Tribunals.

The Christian Council of Ghana has proposed the use of Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms to address the problems at the Electoral Commission (EC) and ensure a truce, following the growing tensions between the EC Chairperson, Charlotte Osei, and employees of the commission.

The Center for Alternative Dispute Resolution works with organizations and individuals to increase the knowledge, quality, and use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR).

«(a) PANEL OF NEUTRALS - Each district court that authorizes the use of alternative dispute resolution processes shall adopt appropriate processes for making neutrals available for use by the parties for each category of process offered.

«(a) CONSIDERATION OF ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION IN APPROPRIATE CASES - Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary and except as provided in subsections (b) and (c), each district court shall, by local rule adopted under section 2071 (a), require that litigants in all civil cases consider the use of an alternative dispute resolution process at an appropriate stage in the litigation.

«(b) AUTHORITY - Each United States district court shall authorize, by local rule adopted under section 2071 (a), the use of alternative dispute resolution processes in all civil actions, including adversary proceedings in bankruptcy, in accordance with this chapter, except that the use of arbitration may be authorized only as provided in section 654.

Any district court that elects to require the use of alternative dispute resolution in certain cases may do so only with respect to mediation, early neutral evaluation, and, if the parties consent, arbitration.

Each United States district court shall devise and implement its own alternative dispute resolution program, by local rule adopted under section 2071 (a), to encourage and promote the use of alternative dispute resolution in its district.

To amend title 28, United States Code, with respect to the use of alternative dispute resolution processes in United States district courts, and for other purposes

We are issuing this statement of policy on the use of alternative dispute resolution to further our commitment to its use.

On November 15, 2000, the Department published an interim policy statement on the use of alternative dispute resolution (65 FR 69121).

For many reasons, including tort reform and a rise in the use of alternative dispute resolution, the number of trials has greatly declined.

Since then, and particularly in recent years, there have been a large number of initiatives designed to curb costs, such as limiting Legal Aid, and the removal of the ability to claim so - called additional liabilities in «no win, no fee» agreements - from paying defendants, costs budgeting and the use of alternative dispute resolution.

Parties should consider the use of alternative dispute resolution.

The main objective was to raise awareness among the lawyers of the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR).

He is also experienced in the use of alternative dispute resolution techniques, including mediation and arbitration, as a means of litigation avoidance.

Those considering the use of alternative dispute resolution centres in North Africa would do well to consider Tunisia as a potential venue for hearing such claims.

He was among the longest - serving AAA presidents, and played an important role in expanding the use of alternative dispute resolution in the United States and internationally.

He wants to promote the use of alternative dispute resolution, and hopes to give the Competition and Markets Authority a limited role in certifying redress schemes.

However, did you know about the professional obligation to encourage settlement and to consider the use of alternative dispute resolution?

Of all the powers granted to the CAT, one of the most interesting — for the purpose of our topic of interest — is the one stated in section 1.40 of the Condominium Act of 1998, i.e. the CAT may encourage the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms:

Reducing the costs of litigation, removing outdated practices, promoting the use of alternative dispute resolution and the possibility of making court documents (including pleadings and legal submissions) available online are some of the matters which will now be examined by the group.

We understand that most clients would prefer to resolve their construction dispute without resorting to formal dispute resolution and we are well versed in the use of alternative dispute resolution techniques including negotiation, mediation, conciliation, joint expert determination and dispute review boards.

Rule 3.02 (12) of the Paralegal Rules of Conduct states that paralegals «shall consider the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) when appropriate, inform the client of ADR options, and, if so instructed, take steps to pursue those options».

At our Arizona family law firm in Phoenix, divorce lawyer Mark Werner will encourage you to make a whole - hearted attempt to reach a divorce settlement through the use of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).

The use of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) has become an increasingly popular means of resolving a wide variety of matters, to circumvent overcrowding in the courts, and to keep costs manageable.

Where appropriate, we advocate the use of alternative dispute resolution procedures as tools to bring prompt and efficient resolution to complex litigation and to reduce the costs and delays often associated with commercial litigation.

We work closely with our clients to devise a resolution that best meets their goals, whether that be through early negotiation, use of alternative dispute resolution, or litigation.

The campaign is part of the Program to Strengthen the Rule of Law in Nicaragua, and is designed to promote discussion among entrepreneurs about important rule of law topics related to business activities, including unfair trade practices, the use of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, and the applicability of the new Civil Procedure Code to businesses.

Wherever appropriate, we encourage the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) to avoid the reputational risks, delays and costs that can be associated with some litigation.

Recognizing that commercial realties often demand a settlement be obtained in our client's interest prior to trial when possible, our practitioners are skilled at traditional negotiation techniques and the use of alternative dispute resolution strategies including mediation and arbitration.

We are also skilled at traditional negotiation techniques and the use of alternative dispute resolution strategies including mediation and arbitration.

Status of Women Canada and the Treasury Board should take the lead in promoting the use of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms to deal with sexual harassment complaints.

Updated, please see... Courts Encourage Mediation in Divorce — Even the courts are recommending mediation: «The Superior Court of the County of San Francisco strongly encourage the resolution of family law matters through the use of alternative dispute resolution procedures.»

Recommendation 5: That the Government negotiate with Aboriginal peoples regarding community justice procedures and the use of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms and processes that recognise the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander laws that are consistent with all international human rights instruments.