More and more businesses are turning to alternative dispute resolution (ADR) rather than going to court in order to resolve disputes. The goal of ADR is to come to an agreement without costly and time-consuming litigation. Also, ADR provides a more hands-on and controlled approach than you’d find in a courtroom.
Another benefit of arbitration and mediation is that it allows disputes to be resolved more quickly, as you don’t have to work your way through the court system and all its red tape. And, often you can agree to terms that a court wouldn’t be able to award, like structured settlements or job referrals.
- Arbitration is a way of reaching a binding resolution while avoiding going through litigation. It’s less costly and many times more effective than going to court. A neutral third party hears both sides’ arguments and issues a written decision. Once agreement is reached, it’s generally binding.
- Mediation uses a neutral mediator to help broker a settlement. Approximately 85% of disputes that go through mediation are solved. Once agreement is reached, it’s generally binding.
The lawyers at Deutsch Atkins & Kleinfeldt, P.C. are experienced in American Arbitration Association arbitration and mediation proceedings. We have comprehensive knowledge in all applicable laws, practices, and procedures, and can develop winning strategies to protect your rights during a mediation situation.
Neil H. Deutsch has been practicing law for over 35 years and is known as a skilled negotiator in employment and discrimination law. He believes in a bottom-line approach of risk analysis and cost effectiveness for his clients. "Case evaluation is something we take seriously," says Mr. Deutsch who seeks top net dollar for his…
Bruce L. Atkins is the senior managing partner at Deutsch Atkins & Kleinfeldt P.C., a prominent plaintiff employment law firm in the tri-state area. Mr. Atkins believes employees’ rights should be aggressively pursued when they’ve been wrongfully dealt with by their employers. He brings this philosophy to his practice when considering each case and its…
Adam J. Kleinfeldt joined Deutsch Atkins & Kleinfeldt, P.C. in March of 2015. He primarily represents individuals in employment litigation such as discrimination, retaliation and whistle blowing matters. He has extensive experience in all phases of the litigation process. Adam has obtained significant results for his clients, including a $525,000 jury verdict in a sexual…
Diane Englander Peyser joined Deutsch Atkins & Kleinfeldt, P.C. in September 2018 where she represents employees in wrongful termination, retaliation, harassment, and discrimination matters. Prior to joining Deutsch Atkins & Kleinfeldt, P.C., Diane represented clients in all aspects of employment law on behalf of employees involving unemployment appeals, claims of sexual harassment, LGBT discrimination, disability…
Debra M. McGarvey joined Deutsch Atkins & Kleinfeldt, P.C. in December 2019. She has extensive experience defending employees and employers in state and federal court in employment litigation matters. She has represented clients on various issues arising out of the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD), the New Jersey Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA), the…
