Carr & Palmer understands that litigation may not always be the most efficient means of resolving a dispute. In today's legal system, many cases should never reach trial, and the costs to the parties involved in the litigation can be staggering. Our firm's goal is to provide our clients with the most cost-effective representation possible. Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods, such as mediation and arbitration, are often the most lucrative way to attain this goal.

More than 15 years ago, we integrated alternate dispute resolution into our overall practice, offering this cost-reducing service long before many other firms. We look carefully at each case and advise our clients to consider ADR as an option when appropriate. Many times this method of representation can save clients as much as two-thirds the total cost of litigation.

Our clients benefit from our combined years of experience in this highly specialized service, which often results in the swift and cost-effective resolution of a dispute. Our firm thoroughly prepares for ADR, supporting our client's position with documentary and testimonial evidence. This approach results in a strong outcome by revealing the strengths of our case and the weakness of the opposition's case.  The firm’s emphasis on ADR is obvious by its success rate.  Approximately 85% of its cases are concluded by way of mediation.