Commercial Arbitration Lawyer New York

Bringing a business dispute to trial can be expensive and time-consuming. It can also negatively affect your business' reputation and add to the hostilities between you and the other party involved. When you want a faster, less costly and potentially less contentious resolution of your business issues, consider business arbitration.

From his offices in mid-town Manhattan, New York, commercial arbitration attorney Edward Weissman represents clients throughout the New York City metropolitan area. With more than 30 years of legal experience, he understands that each case is unique and deserves personal attention. Contact Mr. Weissman to discuss the options available for resolving your business dispute.

Business Arbitration

Arbitration is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) where parties appeal to a neutral third party — called the "arbitrator" — to make a decision on the issues in their case. The arbitrator's decision is binding on the parties by law. Each party has a chance to gather and present evidence and argue their case. However, the proceedings are less formal than courtroom proceedings and provide a more intimate environment. Other benefits to arbitrating a dispute include:

• The parties can decide when to meet with the arbitrator and for how long. They do not need to follow a court's tight schedule.
• Arbitration can help preserve the business relationship between disputing partners.
• The process is quicker than court proceedings, allowing you to get back to business sooner.
• The location is flexible, and can even include a conference room or attorney's office.
• The arbitrator's decision, while binding on the parties, is confidential, reducing the impact of a dispute on your business.

More and more frequently, business contracts include arbitration clauses that require parties to go through arbitration before even considering a trial in court. Whether arbitration is necessary or a choice, attorney Edward Weissman can walk you through the process.

Other Options for Alternative Dispute Resolution

You business may also benefit from other forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), including business mediation and negotiations. Unlike arbitration, commercial mediation is not legally binding. It presents an opportunity for disputing parties to come to a mutually beneficial agreement. Mediation does not involve a third party decision maker. Rather, the parties decide on the details with the help of a third party neutral and the parties' attorneys.

Parties may also come to an agreement during pre-trial negotiations. Negotiation is an ongoing process, but it can also be an effective way to start out proceedings and potentially avoid litigation.

Contact an Experienced ADR Attorney

Manhattan ADR attorney Edward Weissman zealously protects his clients' interests in all alternative dispute resolution forums, including arbitration, mediation and negotiation. He is also a seasoned litigator who is prepared to take your case to court if ADR goes sour.

Contact attorney Edward Weissman today for a case evaluation and review of possible legal strategies. Mr. Weissman offers affordable rates and personal attention for clients seeking permanent and effective legal solutions.

New York alternative dispute resolution attorney Edward Weissman represents businesses and individuals throughout the New York metropolitan area, including the New York City boroughs of Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn and Long Island, as well as residents of New York County, Kings County, Queens County, Nassau County, Suffolk County and Westchester County.