Maine Alternative Dispute Resolution FAQs

• Q: Do I Have To Have Mediation?
  A: Mediation is a voluntary process; the parties must agree in writing that their dispute will be conducted under the applicable mediation rules of the AAA. This may be … More
• Q: How Is A Mediator Chosen?
  A: Upon receipt of the Request for Mediation or the Submission to Dispute Resolution, the AAA will appoint a qualified mediator to serve on the case. The parties will be … More
• Q: What Do I Bring To The Mediation Conference?
  A: The parties should come to the mediation conference prepared with all of the evidence and documentation they feel will be necessary to discuss their respective cases. … More
• Q: What Happens If We Reach An Agreement?
  A: When the parties reach an agreement, they should reduce the terms to writing and exchange releases. They may also request that the agreement be put in the form of a … More
• Q: What Is The First Step In Arbitration?
  A: The most important step in initiating arbitration is the agreement to arbitrate. This agreement can be of one of two kinds: it can take the form of a … More

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