Alternative Methods of Dispute Resolution (Paperback)

Martin Frey

ISBN 10: 0766821102 / ISBN 13: 9780766821101

Published by Cengage Learning, Inc, Clifton Park, 2002

About this Item

Paperback. This book uncovers the distinguishing factors, advantages and disadvantages of the various processes in alternative dispute resolution. Chapter concepts are illustrated by examples and examples are followed by problem-solving activities that give opportunities to find potential solutions and develop reasoning abilities. Judicial options explore more difficult concepts, showing how the courts handle dispute resolution issues when the outcome is not certain. Web sites are cited for those seeking additional information, and a glossary and extensive index provide quick references. This textbook describes different methods of dispute resolution and outlines the advantages and disadvantages of each. Specific examples are used to illustrate key concepts, and role play exercises are included as a means of reinforcing the main ideas. Unilateral, bilateral, and third-party approaches are all considered, with discussion of inaction, acquiescence, self-help, negotiation, juries, mediation, arbitration, litigation, and private judging. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Alternative Methods of Dispute Resolution (Paperback)
• Publisher: Cengage Learning, Inc, Clifton Park
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0766821102
• ISBN 13: 9780766821101
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Why should paralegals know about ADR? Situations that call for understanding the alternatives to litigation and involve planning and preparing for selecting and executing dispute resolution strategies may arise. Paralegals may represent parties in ADR proceedings before administrative agencies or serve as third party neutrals. This book uncovers the distinguishing factors, advantages and disadvantages of various methods in ADR, and helps legal professionals understand each process to determine and carry out dispute resolution strategies. Each chapter includes examples and issues that give paralegals opportunities to examine potential solutions and develop their reasoning abilities. Judicial options show how the courts handle dispute resolution issues when the outcome is not certain. Web site resources, a glossary, and index provide quick references for locating materials in the book.

About the Author

Martin A. Frey, BSME, JD, LLM,is a Professor Emeritus at The University of Tulsa, Tulsa, Oklahoma, Senior Adjunct Settlement Judge for the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the Northern Districts of Oklahoma, and was the Reporter for the Civil Justice Reform Act Advisory Group for the United States District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma. He was a professor at Drake and Texas Tech Universities and a visiting professor at the University of Maine, Washington University (St. Louis), the University of Alabama, Wake Forest University, Stetson University, and Florida International University. When teaching, Professor Frey served on a number of site visitation teams for the Section on Accreditation and Admission to the Bar of the American Bar Association. Professor Frey currently volunteers with the Financial Crimes Unit of the Tulsa Police Department. He is the author or co-author of "The Little Black Book, A Do-It Yourself Guide for Law School Competitions" (Carolina Academic Press, 2002); "Alternative Methods of Dispute Resolution" (Delmar Learning Thomson, 2003); "Introduction to the Law of Contracts, 4th Edition (Delmar Cengage Learning, 2008); "Introduction to Bankruptcy Law, 6th Edition (Delmar Cengage Learning, 2013); and "Essentials of Contract Law," 2nd Edition (Cengage Learning, 2015).