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Alternative Dispute Resolution

What is Alternative Dispute Resolution?

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) describes processes that offer alternatives to litigation (a lawsuit in court). ADR helps the parties reach their own agreement to settle all of parts of their dispute. This method often uses an experienced mediator or arbitrator who acts as a private judge and helps the parties come to a solution. Methods include, but are not limited to, mediation, arbitration, fact-finding, consensus-building, early neutral evaluation, and settlement conferences.

 

How can ADR help in my case?

It may:

  • Produce greater satisfaction with results
  • Create more flexibility, control and participation
  • Lead to a better understanding of the case
  • Improve case management
  • Reduce communication barriers

 

How do I find ADR services?

  • Community mediation centers offer mediation services by trained mediators statewide.
  • Private mediators, facilitators, and arbitrators are available throughout the state.

 

About the Center for Alternative Dispute Resolution

The Center for Alternative Dispute Resolution (CADR) is part of the Hawaii State Judiciary. It is dedicated to making ADR processes broadly available to Hawaii citizens and agencies of state and local government.

Learn more about CADR

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Why does the Court offer ADR?

A message from the Chief Justice.
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