Resolving Disputes at the Right Time
DRG has extensive experience representing clients in mediation both before litigation is filed and after a case is underway. We use mediation strategically when the timing, available information and parties' leverage create a meaningful opportunity to achieve the client's objective.
Mediation before suit can allow the parties to exchange the information needed to evaluate their positions, test competing legal and financial arguments and explore resolution before litigation hardens the dispute. In business and ownership matters, mediation may create opportunities for a buyout, restructuring or negotiated separation.
After suit is filed, discovery, motion practice and developing evidence often sharpen the parties' understanding of risk and leverage. DRG has substantial experience preparing for and participating in mediation at different stages of litigation, including matters involving complex financial issues, disputed valuations, competing damages positions and difficult business relationships.
Effective mediation requires more than appearing and negotiating over a number. DRG prepares with the same attention to the legal claims, evidence, financial issues and strategic objectives that would be required to continue litigating the case.
DRG also represents clients in arbitration and direct negotiations when those processes offer an effective path to resolution.