ALTERNATIVE LAW MEDIATION

In court, the only winner is the litigation system.

Alternative Law gets resolutions for your  Business and Family Business.

There is a better cost effective solution.

Alternative Law gets fair and just results for you, guaranteed.
About Mediation
Family Business Mediation

Settlement is no longer moving litigation mountains.
We settle 92%+ of our family business issues  with the most challenging family members.
Family generation succession  plans to  provide resolution and closure.
Money Back Guarantee for rapid, cost effective results.
Eliminate infighting and litigation with no travel  time or charges.

Family Business Mediation
Business Mediation Means Results

Small businesses and large organizations require result driven settlements.

Full Service Business Mediation & Conflict Resolution plans with reasonable rates.
Contracts,  HR, Employment, EEO, Labor/Union, RIF's, Vendors
We Restructure Relationships.

Business Mediation
Top 10 Mediation Checklist

Litigation does not discriminate, it devours your personal and professional resources.

Does the firm offer a money-back guarantee?
Who are their clients and references ?
Are mediators approved by the U.S.Government?
Do they have specific degrees in Mediation?

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HR Mediation

Human Resources literally are the company life lines.
People must function as an effective team in this marketplace.

HR Mediation - Facilitation - Conflict Resolution
EEO / EEOC / Performance / Disability / Diversity
EAP Programs, 91%+ Effective Settlement Rate,
Full Solution Firm, 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Human Resources Mediation
ADR for Lawyers

Independent neutral analysis, negotiation,  and review
Contract just by case, flexible responsibilities
Strategic neutral problem resolution
EEO, EEOC, Diversity, Disability
Cost Effective Litigation and Workplace Solutions

Alternative Dispute Resolution
Mediation Results Consulting

Best Ideas Win Full Service Business Mediation Programs
Targeted Strategic Planning & Problem Solving for Just Resolutions
Executive coaching , innovative mediation, and negotiating strategies.
Dealing with difficult people and hard bargainers
Confronting multi party challenges
Pre-Mediation Preparation.

Mediation Consulting

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Questions

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Satisfied Clients

This is a  limited list of our Business and Family Business Mediation clients. Mediation, consulting, and HR are confidential processes which require respecting our clients' privacy. We work with both small and larger companies, family businesses, non- profits, families, and individuals.

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Travelers Insurance Business Mediation
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Dunkin' Donuts Business Mediation
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Yes. Over 75% of our business programs are specifically designed for smaller and family companies. Small businesses and family businesses are the lifeblood driving the American enterprise system and their families.

The competitive, fast paced environment, and budgeting constraints in today’s world require fundamental result-oriented, specialized small business mediation and consulting  services.

  •  Small Businesses, 2-5000 employees
  •  Family Businesses 
  • Conflict Resolution
  •  Contracts/HR Issues/Lawsuits
  •  Succession Planning
  •  Cost Effective Management Programs
  •  Startups
  •  Contracts/HR Issues/Lawsuits
  • 100% Money Back Satisfaction Guaranteed

Many of our commercial mediation clients are smaller and medium-sized businesses. Mediation can be utilized by small and larger partnerships, family businesses, startups, non-profits to larger enterprises.

They range from businesses that you have never heard of, to thriving companies. These businesses demand competency, state of the art techniques, and real value. No company wants to waste its money paying for  business conflict  family infighting, loss of productivity, or  courtroom drama.

This focus requires Alternative Law to be a strategic small business cost effective partner, to work with you on a one-on-one level. We can also work with your just administrative staff, or HR Department, in- house legal systems or outside counsel.

Small business mediation provides the most effective alternatives and solutions to strategically compete in this ever changing marketplace.

We design practical problem solving resolutions to any conflict without all of the legal costs associated with traditional practices. You no longer need to go to court to solve your problems.

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Mediation Firm Differences

  1. Best Ideas Win Program
  2. 90%+ Resolution and Satisfaction rate
  3. Government Approved.
  4. Minimal chances of litigation
  5. Money Back Guarantee.
  6. Certified Neutral Professionals with degrees in mediation.
  7. Local Offices in every State and No travel charges.
  8. HR problem solving training and prevention experts.
  9. Cross Industry inter-disciplinary  consultants and mediators.
  10. Strategic Business Plans and effective resolutions.

As a result of the success of its strategic plans and fair settlements with  businesses, family businesses, individuals, plaintiff and defense attorneys across the state and country, Alternative Law Mediation Results, and its “Best Ideas Win Mediation Program,” has continued  as the industry leader.

We have been awarded multiple contracts with the Federal government, along with Fortune 500 companies, family businesses and small businesses. Alternative Law has also been appointed as an internal neutral government mediator and designated as an outstanding mediation firm by the U.S. Government and the EEOC. We mediate and settle cases for you or your business or family business, in your city, town, and across the country.

We have a very high rate of client satisfaction as a result  of our best practices and result driven settlement programs.

‘Best Ideas Win’ mediation programs are designed to clearly define and resolve the difficult conflicts of businesses as commercial mediators and we work with individuals, businesses, and families on the consumer side. We work one on one with our clients in projects  and in  conflicts. We design and implement specific working plans to produce results in a timely and reasonable manner.

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Best Ideas Win

The Best Ideas Win is a very practical approach to resolving conflicts. It involves exploratory, interactive and participatory discussion, combined with a detailed analysis of the facts and legal issues surrounding the case at hand to help determine a fair and just resolution for you.

First, we explore the fundamental reasons underlying the conflict. We will explore all of the dimensions of the conflict: the facts, the issues, the rationales, the goals and the interests.

Second, our program specifically addresses the parties on interpersonal level, as we engage the parties privately to confidentially, to address any sensitive matters. Lastly we analyze all of the important legal issues and interpretations of the law that may affect the outcome, if the matter goes to trial.

Third, unlike some mediators or consultants, we are not passive actors in this process. When engaged, we actively help develop the best ideas in order for both sides pursue the goal of a fair and just resolution to all of their difficult issues and concerns.

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Top 10 Mediation Questions

  1. Are mediation settlements binding and enforceable, isn’t mediation voluntary? Yes the process of mediation itself is voluntary. However when we reach a settlement agreement, which we almost always do, that agreement becomes a contract. In writing, our agreements have the same legal protections as any other contract.
  2. Do both sides need to agree to mediate the case? Yes. In order to effectively mediate, both sides have to be willing to try one session, If they are not satisfied, there is no cost or obligation to continue. After the first session, the parties can work in the same room with the mediator or work separately and privately with the mediator if they so chose.
  3. Should I get the agreement in writing? Yes whenever possible in writing helps to avoid any future misunderstandings.

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Alternatives

There are other alternatives that you may choose:

  • Facilitation is where the parties have a managed discussion about particular subjects, with a trained facilitator leading the group conversation, keeping the parties on point but the ultimate goal is not resolution. This process is non binding and not results driven.
  • Arbitration is another alternative. The arbitrator is your own private judge, hired by both sides. He makes binding rulings and the ultimate decisions in a semi-formal trial format. This process is usually quicker than a trial. Like court, you can present evidence and witnesses, but have no control over the outcome and you must accept whatever the arbiter says without question.
  • Litigation: with all of the known associated dollars and time, is the ‘good’ old fashioned way. Go out and hire a team of lawyers and sue each other for years. Remember if you mediate first and you are not satisfied, you can always return to this litigation option, if that is what you want.

Alternative Law focuses more on planning, mediation and consulting  as our systems develop  working plans, create flexible options, have the tangible resolution results and the highest rate of client satisfaction.

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Divoce Mediation Specialists

Divorce mediation is about making fair decisions, getting results and making sound plans for the parties involved in a divorce. It is about the people involved, how to best settle their differences and specifically improve their life going forward with specialists trained and certified in divorce mediation.

DIVORCE CHECKLIST

1. Fair, Confidential, Divorce and Marriage Solutions.
2. Months quicker & less harmful to your family than court.
3. 35%-65% less expensive that litigation.
4. Approved by the government.
5. Certified Divorce & Family mediators.
6. Industry leading Money back guarantee.

Divorce mediation must be handled in a complete and in a cost effective manner. At the end of the mediation, the necessary papers will be filed in court and you will be legally divorced.

It also important to help the parties understand not just what they want, but what they need, in terms of both the process and the future plans, or simply put ” where do we go from here.” We will provide you with a complete road map to resolve your case quickly and efficiently for both the spouses and any other family members.

Alternative Law Mediation Results focuses on tangible results and the most practical and personal mediation strategies to achieve a fair settlement and saving you time and money in the legal system.

As you might already know, unlike most other companies, we offer a 100% money back guarantee that is the leading guarantee in the mediation and legal industry.

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ADR Information and Pricing

Pricing depends upon on the specific details and complexity of your case. We try to make fair allowances for small businesses, non-profits, veterans, certain businesses and those of limited means. There may be appropriate sliding scales, also when submitted by the EEOC or your local human rights agency. You should discuss this with your selected mediator prior to the process being initiated, but savings of 35%-65% over traditional litigation methods are reasonable.

Justice and mediation both work best for business and consumers when you begin with a fair playing field, and end when the best ideas win.

We have made the first step very easy. Please click the contact button and for an initial free, confidential analysis and quote.

As an industry leader, our services are very competitive and reasonable. There is often no retainer necessary. Depending upon the complexity of your case, prices range from $1000.

One of our representatives will personally provide an initial analysis, outline the next steps of the process, confidentially discuss your mediation plan and address your private concerns.

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Convenient Local Mediation Offices

We have many convenient, locally owned or operated office locations in all 50 states to meet the all the needs of our commercial, family businesses , consumer, plaintiffs and defense lawyers, and government clients.

Whenever possible we work with all types of local clients, consultants, trainers,  mediators, and local counsel to help  foster problem solving techniques  within our local communities, business groups, and organizations.

In cases where it is necessary, we can go to your office or home to provide mediation services., with no travel time charges.In general, Alternative Law provides provide complete consulting, mediation and ADR, Alternative Dispute Resolution Services services at most  locations on a scheduled basis coordinated by our  electronic delivery systems throughout the country.

Please call Alternative Law Mediation Results at 1.800.529.1516, for a location nearest you or fill out the Contact Form or email:  mediation@alternativelaw.com

 

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Diversity Mediation

Alternative Law diversity mediators works with companies and people from all different perspectives and cultures. Diversity is fundamental to understanding and resolving cross cultural conflict, its roots, and prevention. In cross cultural issues, we try to address the perspectives of the cultures first, the individual next and then the group as a whole.

Our team approach to diversity mediation is most effective at determining the basis of the issues, understanding the interactions and developing a specific action plan to resolve your case. Together we craft the best ideas win program for your company or family. Depending upon your location, some languages include:

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Russian
  • French
  • Romanian
  • Italian
  • Korean
  • Japanese
  • German

Testimonials

I would  recommend Alternative Law Mediation Consulting  in any family business matter involving two or more parties that need help solving problems. They provided  a prompt and fair  plan with reasonable rates for resolution. Together, we worked hard  for results. They offered a money back guarantee which I did not need. I was very satisfied.

Steven Bean

Alternative Law was one of only 2 mediation firms in the entire country selected to plan and mediate with the original historic  EEOC’s RESOLVE Program. Mr. Fallon was selected to serve as the mediator consultant. Since then, he is  the only professional  in the program to resolve all  cases in one year. This is  a very challenging, first in the nation program. He works very well  with all types of clients, families, plaintiffs, defendants,  and attorneys.

United States EEOC Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

As a lawyer for over 25 years, I have numerous opportunities to be involved in mediations. Of all the mediators I have worked with, I can unequivocally state that Alternative Law Mediation are the most effective mediators at settling difficult cases. They have an innate ability to glean the information from the parties which helps him creatively determine how to solve difficult settlements. I would be pleased to personally discuss this reference and their results further.

Attorney Stephen Langsdorf
slangsdorf@preti.com

When we hired Alternative Law Consulting, we needed  succession planning, executive coaching, and conflict resolution. With their guidance our  succession plans were successful, our profits increased, and our conflicts reduced. We are very satisfied with the improvements to our team. While there is still more to do, thank you Alternative Law for a job very well done.

George Miller, RMP Family Business

Who We Are

Alternative Law family business mediation

30+ Years of Mediation Experience

With over 30 years of experience, our Business and Family Business mediators have all been trained by approved institutions such as: EEOC, ABA, federal and state courts, Family Mediator Council, Cornell University, Harvard Law School, and UMass Dispute Resolution Masters Programs.
Because of their expertise in Business and Family Business Mediation, Alternative Law has also been selected and certified by the U.S. Government to settle federal disputes.
Our mediators are certified to be covered by our 100% Money Back Guarantee.
About Alternative Law

Our Mediation Offices

Alternative Law Mediation Office Locations

Business & Family Business Locations in Every State

Our local offices are in all states and they provide mediation services to hundreds of other cities across America.

To provide you with the most efficient and cost effective Business and Family Business Mediation turnaround, there are no travel time charges.

We are the only Business and Family Business Mediation firm that mediates on site, in our offices, your offices, and in your home at no extra charge.

 

Mediation Offices

Settlement Rate Success

Alternative Law 92% Success Rate

Money Back Satisfaction Gurantee

Alternative Law is the the industry leader in client services and we have one of the highest settlement rates in the country.

Our results driven Business & Family Business Mediation resolves over 90% of our cases. This is why we can offer a 100% Money Back Guarantee. While we in fact settle most of our cases, we recognize that there still is a very small percentage that we don't.

Please understand that your settlement should encompass many components such as a future plan for the parties, resolution of the particular facts of each case, and the best available alternatives and  options for your future.

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Alternative Law Blog

Business and Family Business Mediators are problem solvers that produce resolution, rewards, and, above all measurable results.
Business Mediation
Business & Family Business Mediation requires focused team efforts to resolve effectively the difficult challenges that we all face. Alternative Law mediators produce positive mediation results approximately 90% of the time. When you have reached a difficult conflict in your business, at your job or in your life, at your job, Alternative Law mediation and business consulting programs help you  focus on the nature the conflict itself. Sometimes, you need an outside neutral professional to help identify the issues, develop alternatives, and implement real practical solutions.

There are no easy , simple or one size fits all solutions. We develop and coordinate a very realistic plan  to clarify your goal, identify variables, and develop alternatives for a strategy or fair legal resolution. The perceptions of your business, your interpersonal relationships, your productivity  and your teamwork matter. The way that they are interpreted and presented, combined with your efforts and energy are very powerful forces. They can either be used proactively to grow and revive your firm, or destructively to divide and destroy you or your company. We analyze the historical trends, the present interactions and realistic future alternatives provide an essential assessment of your situation and a step-by-step plan for a positive final resolution and results.

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