Mediation & Arbitration

At HSSM ADR, we believe in the power of mediation to foster understanding, resolve disputes, and build lasting solutions. Our experienced team of mediators is dedicated to guiding individuals, families, and organizations through the mediation process with compassion and professionalism. They are all certified by the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Committee as either Superior Court Mediators and/or Family Financial Mediators. They have earned the trust of their colleagues at other law firms to be selected as the mediator for over 3000 mediations including complex multiparty mediations involving large corporate entities and insurance companies.

Additionally, our attorneys have had extensive experience as arbitrators of civil and domestic law disputes. As arbitrators, the lawyers at HSSM ADR use their experience as litigators and their knowledge of the law to give litigants an efficient process and an impartial result.

What We Do

Family Law: Helping families navigate conflicts related to divorce, custody, and other family matters with sensitivity and respect.
Construction Law: Resolving large scale construction disputes often involving multiple parties and their respective insurers.
Professional Liability Law: Settling disputes involving architects, engineers and other professionals that are involved in complex litigation.
Employment/Workplace Law: Addressing disputes between colleagues, teams, or employers and employees to improve workplace relationships and productivity.
General Civil Litigation: Assisting businesses and organizations in resolving commercial disputes efficiently and effectively.
Condemnation Law: Working to resolve claims surrounding condemnation and eminent domain.

Empowering Resolution Through Mediation and Arbitration

Why Choose Mediation?

Mediation offers several advantages over traditional litigation, including:

Confidentiality: All discussions in mediation are private, allowing for open communication without public disclosure.
Cost-Effective: Mediation often costs less than going to court, saving you time and money.
Faster Resolution: The mediation process can be quicker than lengthy court proceedings, helping you reach a resolution sooner.
Empowerment: Mediation empowers parties to take control of their own solutions, rather than having a decision imposed by a judge.
Preserved Relationships: By fostering cooperative dialogue, mediation helps maintain and even strengthen relationships between parties.

Why Choose Arbitration?

Arbitration offers several advantages over traditional litigation and mediation, including:

Confidentiality: All discussions in mediation are private, allowing for open communication without public disclosure.
Efficiency: The court system is underfunded and overcrowded. Arbitration allows for parties to schedule time with an impartial fact finder promptly.
Convenience: The parties and their attorneys can select the time and location at their convenience rather than having those terms dictated to them by the court.
Expertise: An arbitrator in the HSSM ADR will use their vast experience in the litigation process to render decisions well rooted in the law and will remain impartial when finding facts.

Our Approach

Understand Each Other's Perspectives: Facilitating open and honest communication to clarify issues and identify common ground.
Explore Options: Encouraging creative solutions that address the needs and interests of all parties involved.
Reach Agreements: Assisting in drafting fair and practical agreements that everyone can accept.