Alternative Dispute Resolution Program (ADR)

Mission Statement

  • To foster the understanding and availability of alternative solutions for dispute resolution within our community
  • To provide convenient access to resolution processes that are fair, efficient, economical and expeditious
  • To work for peaceful resolutions in all manner of conflicts
  • To support our community's choice for Alternative Dispute Resolution through the provision of leadership, tools and training

Court staff may provide legal information, but not legal advice. If you have trouble completing forms or understanding the instructions, you should contact an attorney. Even if you are representing yourself, it is suggested that you have an attorney review your forms.

  1. What is Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)?
  2. I want to sue someone, how do I start the process?
  3. How do I get my case heard by an Arbitrator?
  4. How do I get my case heard by a Mediator?
  5. How long should the arbitration session take?
  6. Are arbitrations and mediations public?
  7. Do I need to hire a lawyer?
  8. What do I have to bring with me to arbitration?
  9. Can I bring witnesses to testify on my behalf?
  10. What happens if the other party fails to attend the hearing?
  11. Are the arbitrators lawyers?
  12. Can I appeal a mediated agreement?
  13. What if the other person fails to comply after we mediated an agreement in a civil or small claims case?
  14. Can I appeal the arbitrator’s decision?
  15. I won my case. How do I get my money?
  16. I lost my case. Where do I send the money?
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