ADR terms

Question 1

Advisory opinion

Answer 1

Second or third step: Impartial person looks at the strength of both sides and gives a probable outcome

Question 2

Arbitration

Answer 2

N/A - A hearing is held before one or a group of individuals that make a decision based on the merits of the case after hearing evidence

Question 3

Conciliation

Answer 3

N/A - Individual informally meets each part unwilling to talk face to face in order to reestablish communication or come to an agreement

Question 4

Convening

Answer 4

First - Parties meet and decide what to do informally

Question 5

ENE

Answer 5

Second - Parties present facts relevant to the issue/resolution to each other and another expert to get an opinion on what’s presented

Question 6

JDR

Answer 6

Second - (mini trial) A judge informally hears from both parties lawyers on behalf of the clients and gives their non-binding opinion.