Using Arbitration Effectively

Instead of having attorneys litigate a divorce issue, you and the other party can choose a more informal and less expensive binding arbitration process. By doing so, you could get a binding resolution in less time and at less expense than in court. The arbitrator’s decision is final and cannot be reviewed by the court.

I am Mike Black, an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) professional based in St. Paul. I have more than 20 years of experience using ADR procedures such as arbitration to resolve divorce issues. Call my St. Paul office at 651-222-2587 to discuss how I could help you by serving as the arbitrator in your case.

When Is Using Arbitration A Good Idea?

Parties to a family law dispute will often choose to send their case to a private arbitrator for a specific issue rather than have a court decide it. This is often true, for example, with a dispute over the division of household goods and furnishings at the conclusion of a divorce case.

Any issue that can be litigated in court can be handled in a binding arbitration process. The parties can fashion their own process and rules to fit the needs of their situation.

Another form of ADR similar to arbitration is the appointment of a consensual special magistrate (CSM) to make a decision. Using the CSM process is like hiring a private judge.

Contact Mike Black For More Information

I like to get some background on the case and have input on the court order before accepting an appointment as an arbitrator or CSM. To speak to me, contact my firm via email or phone. A short phone conversation will likely help you understand your options and what next steps are available. Call my St. Paul office at 651-222-2587.