Business Details
Expert Dispute Resolution Services
Derer Law has been at the forefront of alternative dispute resolution for over 25 years, specializing in mediation, arbitration, and med/arb processes. With a career spanning 40+ years in litigation and dispute resolution, our founder has conducted over 3,000 mediations while maintaining a commitment to evolving best practices in the field. We combine extensive practical experience with academic expertise, having earned an LL.M from Osgoode Hall Law School in 2006. Our services extend beyond direct dispute resolution to include consulting, training, and educational resources for legal professionals and organizations. We maintain a resource hub featuring dispute resolution materials, webinars, and publications to support ongoing professional development.Our practice emphasizes trust, objectivity, and process customization to meet each client's unique needs. We have successfully adapted to modern requirements through remote dispute resolution platforms while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism. Our work includes advising on process design, mediator selection, and effective negotiation strategies tailored to specific disputes. We actively contribute to the field through publications addressing mediation theory, practice challenges, and optimization strategies. Our dedication to advancing dispute resolution excellence continues through speaking engagements and thought leadership on evolving industry standards.
Services
Mediation Services
Arbitration Services
Med/Arb Processes
Dispute Resolution Consulting
Legal Training Programs
Remote Mediation Services
Conflict Resolution Strategy
Process Design Consulting
ADR Publications
Private Case Management
Highlights and features
- We have conducted over 3,000 mediations across diverse dispute types
- Our founder maintains 40+ years of litigation experience alongside ADR practice
- We offer customized dispute resolution process design tailored to each case
- We provide remote mediation services through secure digital platforms
- We maintain active involvement in advancing ADR education and best practices
Services
Mediation Services
Our mediation services facilitate voluntary dispute resolution through creative intervention and respectful guidance. We maintain strict objectivity while incorporating parties' process preferences. With over 3,000 completed mediations, we help clients achieve satisfactory resolutions without court-imposed decisions. Our approach emphasizes party autonomy and customized solutions for both ongoing and emerging disputes.
Arbitration Services
We provide binding arbitration services that combine procedural efficiency with legal expertise. Our process customization ensures timely resolutions while maintaining confidentiality. With deep knowledge of arbitration statutes and ADR Institute standards, we deliver enforceable awards through streamlined proceedings that avoid traditional litigation delays. We focus on practical, cost-effective dispute resolution tailored to each case's complexity.
Med/Arb Processes
Our med/arb services offer flexible dispute resolution combining mediation and arbitration elements. This approach maintains momentum toward resolution while preserving binding decision options. We manage seamless transitions between phases while ensuring process transparency. Our experience with med/arb protocols helps clients maximize efficiency while maintaining procedural fairness throughout the dispute resolution continuum.
Dispute Resolution Consulting
We provide expert consultation on dispute resolution strategy and process design. Our services include mediator selection guidance, negotiation strategy development, and ADR clause drafting. With extensive experience in complex disputes, we help clients navigate mediation challenges and optimize arbitration outcomes. Our consulting approach combines practical insights with academic rigor to address specific conflict scenarios.
Legal Training Programs
Our training programs cover mediation techniques, arbitration best practices, and dispute resolution theory. Drawing from 40+ years of litigation experience and 25+ years in ADR, we deliver customized instruction for legal professionals. The curriculum addresses common mediator errors, ethical considerations, and effective advocacy techniques. We provide both in-person and remote training options for groups of all sizes.
People
Ivan Derer
Principal Mediator & Arbitrator
With 40+ years in litigation and 25+ years specializing in ADR, Ivan Derer has conducted over 3,000 mediations. He holds an LL.M from Osgoode Hall Law School and has published extensively on dispute resolution. His practice combines academic rigor with practical experience to deliver effective conflict resolution solutions.
Questions
What dispute resolution services do you offer?
We provide mediation, arbitration, and med/arb services, along with consulting, training, and dispute resolution strategy development for legal professionals and organizations.
How do your services differ from traditional litigation?
Our processes offer greater flexibility, confidentiality, and cost-efficiency compared to court proceedings. We focus on customized solutions while maintaining legal rigor and procedural fairness throughout the resolution process.
Do you offer remote dispute resolution options?
Yes, we conduct mediations, arbitrations, and related meetings through secure platforms like Zoom, Webex, and Microsoft Teams while maintaining procedural integrity and confidentiality.
What experience do you bring to dispute resolution?
Our principal has 40+ years in litigation, 25+ years in ADR practice, and has completed over 3,000 mediations. We combine practical experience with academic expertise through an LL.M in dispute resolution.
How do you approach complex dispute resolution?
We customize processes to each case's needs, emphasizing party autonomy, procedural transparency, and practical solutions. Our approach balances creative problem-solving with legal expertise to achieve sustainable resolutions.
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