Hon. Mitchell L. Hoffman, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, recently published an article in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin. His article, Mediating Business Dissolutions Has Advantages Over Litigation, argues that litigating these disputes often inflicts crippling costs and inefficiencies on businesses.
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Counsel and their clients can do a lot to help their dispute settle sooner in mediation, ideally avoiding second or third sessions and the concomitant additional costs. Namely, they can enter the mediation process with an understanding of mediation mechanics, negotiate to create value for both sides, and engage in pre-mediation contact.
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ADR Systems has released its Commercial Settlement Report for March 2025, which features a sample of complex commercial cases settled by our mediators in the previous month. Review the report now.
Read MoreADR Systems has released its Personal Injury Settlement Report for March 2025, which features a sample of complex personal injury cases settled by our mediators in the previous month. Review the report now.
Read MoreADR Systems has released its Commercial Settlement Report for February 2025, which features a sample of complex commercial cases settled by our mediators in the previous month. Review the report now.
Read MoreTo better showcase the full spectrum of settlements our neutrals achieve every month, ADR Systems has launched our new, monthly Personal Injury Settlement Report. It is like our popular Commercial Settlement Report, which we have distributed since 2022. Review the new report now.
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Trials are unpredictable; evidentiary rulings and witness performance can quickly shift the landscape of a case. If your case is breaking down, use the After-Hours Settlement Program at ADR Systems.
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Wondering if you should share your mediation submissions with the other side in commercial disputes? Read on. This article argues that both science and common sense support it when appropriate.
Read MoreADR Systems has released its Commercial Settlement Report for January 2025, which features a sample of complex commercial cases settled by our mediators in the previous month. Review the report now.
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Hon. Lisa R. Curcio, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, recently published an article in Building Knowledge, the newsletter of the Illinois State Bar Association Section on Construction Law.
Read MoreHon. Lisa R. Curcio, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, was recently profiled in the American Bar Association (ABA) Forum on Construction Law’s blog, The Dispute Resolver.
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As we begin this new year following the milestone of our 30th anniversary, it feels like the perfect time to be looking back and moving forward. Join me in looking back at the highlights of 2024, revealing what is on the horizon for 2025 and re-affirming our commitment to serve every client who chooses us […]
Read MoreA Letter to Our Clients From the very beginning of ADR Systems, I put my heart into this business of helping our clients resolve their disputes. Our dedicated panel of skilled neutrals and committed staff do the same every day, knowing the vital role we play in our legal community. Now, 30 years later, that […]
Read MoreOn our 30th Anniversary, Marc Becker, president of ADR Systems, sits down for an interview and explains the rapid growth of ADR Systems, revealing two key qualities leading to the company’s success.
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In celebration of our 30th anniversary, ADR Systems has displayed limited-edition streetlight banners during the month of October along portions of North Clark Street and Madison Street, where our offices are located, to commemorate the thirty years of results we have delivered to our personal injury, commercial, and family law clients.
Read MoreJudge Haddad is not afraid to express an opinion about the strengths and weaknesses of a case. He does not overdo it, but is clear and forthright. Judge Haddad's extensive trial experience gives great weight to his comments.
James W. Ford, Esq.Ford & Britton, PC
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