Alternative Dispute Resolution News

Judges Powers & Nudelman Share Insights on Post-Judicial Careers in Alternative Dispute Resolution at Illinois State Bar Association-Illinois Judges Association CLE Event

May 9, 2023

Hon. Michael J. Powers, (Ret.) and Hon. Stuart A. Nudelman, (Ret.), senior mediators and arbitrators at ADR Systems, recently participated in a panel discussion on their post-judicial careers in alternative dispute resolution for a joint event hosted by the Illinois State Bar Association and Illinois Judges Association.

ADR Systems Develops New Technology Guide for Clients Participating in Remote ADR Sessions

April 27, 2023

With remote dispute resolution becoming much more commonplace in the aftermath of the pandemic, ADR Systems has developed a new, comprehensive technology guide for clients participating in remote mediations and arbitrations. The resource, Your Technology Guide to Remote ADR Sessions, helps counsel and their clients ensure that their remote mediation or arbitration goes smoothly and […]

Arbitrators You Know: Why Choosing Retired Judges as Arbitrators Adds Value to Arbitration

April 17, 2023

Some mandatory arbitration programs and dispute resolution providers appoint an arbitrator or arbitrators to adjudicate a dispute – sometimes one whose resume is not tailored to hearing a certain type of case.

Presiding Judge of Lake County Civil Division Joins ADR Systems

March 3, 2023

ADR Systems is delighted to welcome Hon. Mitchell L. Hoffman, (Ret.) to its panel of senior mediators and arbitrators. Judge Hoffman has served the legal community for over 38 years, most recently as the Presiding Judge of the Civil Division in Lake County.

Reaffirm Original Terms When Amending a Marital Settlement

February 15, 2023

Hon. Joan M. Kubalanza, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, recently published an article with the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin. Her article, Reaffirm Original Terms When Amending a Marital Settlement, reminds all attorneys – but especially family law attorneys – of an important tenet in contract law regarding amendments.

Cook County Law Division Judge Leverages Decades of Trial, Judicial Experience as New ADR Systems Neutral

February 2, 2023

ADR Systems is excited to welcome Hon. Lorna E. Propes, (Ret.) to our panel of senior mediators and arbitrators. Judge Propes brings 32 years of experience as a civil trial lawyer and 12 as a trial judge to her new role.

New Health & Safety Guidelines for In-Person Cases at ADR Systems

January 9, 2023

While many of our dispute resolution sessions are conducted via videoconferencing, we also offer in-person sessions. ADR Systems aims to create a healthy and safe environment for everyone involved in mediation and arbitration. We ask that everyone abide by these guidelines for in-person sessions:

ADR Systems’ 2023 Outlook: Your Solution Starts Here

December 29, 2022

This may be a new year, but many of you face the same dilemmas as before: stagnant negotiations, anxious clients and the challenges of litigating in the face of court backlogs. ADR Systems is your solution, helping you break through impasses, resolve your cases and bring closure to your clients.

How to Prepare Your Client for Mediation: Recommendations from ADR Systems’ Neutrals

December 20, 2022

In an article featured in the Fall Newsletter of the Women’s Bar Association of Illinois and on their blog, four senior mediators and arbitrators at ADR Systems – Hon. Christopher E. Lawler, (Ret.); Hon. Margaret A. Brennan, (Ret.); Hon. Jack, Callahan, (Ret.) and Hon. Kay M. Hanlon, (Ret.) – review how counsel can correct mediation […]

A Letter to Our Clients

December 1, 2022

It is the time of year during which we reflect on the good in our lives. I am grateful for our growing panel of exceptional neutrals who work tirelessly to resolve every case, our dedicated staff who deliver unparalleled service and you – our many clients – who come to us for mediation, arbitration and […]

Former Cook County Family Law Judge Joins ADR Systems

November 10, 2022

ADR Systems is excited to welcome Hon. Joan M. Kubalanza, (Ret.) to our panel of neutrals as a senior mediator and arbitrator of family law disputes.

How to Use a Mediation/Arbitration Step Clause in a Commercial Contract

October 18, 2022

A mediation/arbitration step clause provides for mediation prior to arbitration. Parties contractually commit to mediating their dispute before arbitration can commence. This gives the parties a chance to resolve the matter or narrow the issues in mediation before the arbitration is commenced.

Judge Brown Co-authors Two-Part Chicago Daily Law Bulletin Series on Legal Ethics & Technology Competence

October 13, 2022

Hon. F. Keith Brown, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, and Michael Koss, ADR Systems’ Business Development & Marketing Assistant Manager, recently published a two-part series in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin that reviews ethical obligations and best practices for representing clients in technology-competent ways.

Prevailing Party Attorneys’ Fees in Construction Contracts: Good or Bad?

October 12, 2022

Provided here is an article written by Hon. Lisa R. Curcio, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, as a summary of a recent presentation she gave with Dan Rosenberg, a principal with Much Shelist, P.C., for the Society of Illinois Construction Attorneys.

ADR Systems Develops New Model Clause Language for Commercial Contracts

October 6, 2022

ADR Systems has developed new Model Clause Language for commercial contracts. Counsel can use our ready-made mediation, arbitration and step clauses in commercial contracts to provide a roadmap for resolving future disputes.

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