Alternative Dispute Resolution

ADR is the generic term for legal dispute resolution by any means other than formal litigation (going to court). The advantages of ADR are that it is normally quicker and cheaper than litigation. However, ADR is not a panacea: there will be occasions when litigation is a more sensible alternative.

The most common forms of ADR (other than pure negotiation) are:

Mediation, Arbitration and Adjudication

Construction disputes normally take place in the context of standard contractual arrangements, which often specify the means by which different sorts of disputes are to be resolved.

In any arbitration or adjudication process it is important to ensure that the expert engaged is clearly briefed on the subject matter of the dispute and is aware of the limits of his authority ('jurisdiction' in legal terminology). In general the courts will robustly support the decisions of arbitrators and adjudicators who stick to their brief and do not exceed the limits of their jurisdiction.

Selachii are expert at this and making sure our clients' interests are strongly argued in any submissions we make.

Purely commercial disputes are often resolved by negotiation or mediation, unless a principle of law is engaged.

How Selachii Can Help

Selachii is a dynamic litigation and dispute resolution law firm based in Kensington, London. We put the best interests of our clients at the heart of everything we do. We work with both businesses and private individuals, giving them legal advice and support which is unique to them and their situation.

We don’t believe in simply handing out one-size-fits-all solutions to problems. We will focus on your specific circumstances before working out the best and most cost-effective way of helping you achieve your aims.