Mediation & Arbitration

Mediation & Arbitration Lawyer | Westmoreland County PA

Alternative dispute resolution: mediation to negotiate settlements or arbitration for private decisions. Serving Greensburg, Murrysville and Latrobe. Save time and cost.

Mediation & Arbitration Services

Court battles can be expensive, time‑consuming and emotionally draining. Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods such as mediation and arbitration offer more flexible, private and often less costly ways to resolve conflicts. We help clients determine whether ADR is suitable for their case and guide them through the process.

What Is Arbitration?

Arbitration is similar to a private trial. Parties present evidence and arguments to a neutral arbitrator, who makes a decision that can be binding or non‑binding. Many contracts include arbitration clauses requiring parties to resolve disputes this way. Benefits of arbitration include speed, privacy and the ability to select an arbitrator with relevant expertise. Drawbacks include limited rights to appeal, possible cost, and concerns about arbitrator bias or lack of transparency.

How Mediation Works

Mediation is a cooperative process in which a neutral mediator helps the parties communicate, identify underlying interests and reach a mutually agreeable solution. The mediator does not decide the case; instead, the parties control the outcome. Advantages of mediation include lower cost, quicker resolution, flexibility and the opportunity to craft creative solutions. Potential downsides are that agreements are not binding until finalized in writing and power imbalances can affect negotiations.

Which ADR Method Is Right for You?

Choosing between mediation, arbitration and traditional litigation depends on the nature of your dispute, the willingness of the parties to negotiate and any contractual requirements. We help clients weigh factors such as:

• Cost and time. ADR is generally less expensive and faster than going to court.

• Privacy. Proceedings are confidential, which can protect business reputations and sensitive informationl.

• Control over outcome. Mediation allows parties to craft their own solution, while arbitration hands the decision to a neutral arbitrator.

• Appeal rights. Court decisions can be appealed, whereas arbitration awards are difficult to overturn.

ADR Services We Provide

1. Contract drafting. Adding clear arbitration or mediation clauses to your contracts to minimize disputes.

2. Representation in mediation. Preparing you for sessions, advising you during negotiations and drafting settlement agreements.

3. Representation in arbitration. Presenting evidence and arguments to arbitrators and enforcing or challenging awards when necessary.

4. Hybrid approaches. Exploring med‑arb or other customized processes when appropriate.

Serving Westmoreland County

Our firm offers mediation and arbitration services for a wide range of disputes, including business disagreements, contract issues, employment matters and family law conflicts. We serve clients across Greensburg, Murrysville, Latrobe and the surrounding areas. ADR may be the right path to resolve your dispute quickly and cost‑effectively while preserving relationships.