Alternative dispute resolution services from Robert L. Baum for alternate dispute resolution mediation and arbitration from an alternative dispute resolution attorney Mediation, Arbitration, Collaborative Law, Facilitation and Litigation Alternative dispute resolution has become Bob Baums specialty, although he remains an active litigator for cases that require courtroom action. With over 24 years of litigation experience, he has become a leader in advancing alternatives to litigation what is now called , , or simply . Mr. Baum offers a full array of alternative dispute resolution methods He will work with you so that the most appropriate dispute resolution method Mr. Baum has the breadth and depth of experience which makes him an effective alternative dispute resolution neutral or fierce advocate for your dispute. Unlike many ADR practitioners, Mr. Baum has practiced in several areas of the law, so that he can bring his varied experiences to the table. As and business law background. He brings a business perspective to family Baums goal is to help you resolve your dispute in a way that costs expensive form of alternative dispute resolution. In mediation, usually the parties meet for one or more sessions with Mr. Baum to resolve their issues. The parties attorneys usually present in business and commercial than mediation if the parties need attorneys to be present at the negotiations. Collaborative law has a higher cost than mediation and takes more time, but you and the other party remain as decision makers without an arbitrator alternative dispute resolution. In arbitration, the parties give up their rights to make the decision they present their case and the arbitrator decides the issues. If the arbitration is binding, then Mr. Baums decision is final and binding on the parties. That decision is enforceable by the courts. If the arbitration is non binding, then Mr. Baums decision is merely advisory. If the parties want someone else to decide the case for them, then arbitration may be the preferred alternative dispute resolution method. In arbitration, you are hiring Mr. Baum to serve as a private judge. But you have substantially more control over the cost, complexity and length form of alternative dispute resolution if you have a large, multi party or public policy dispute. Facilitation is a large group form of mediation your dispute. It is usually more time consuming and expensive than any ADR method but sometimes litigation is the only, or best, option. For example, litigation may be the preferable option if one side needs an injunction, if there is a significant power imbalance, or a point needs to be made with a court edict. In that case, Mr. Baum will use his years of litigation