Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) refers to various procedures other than litigation for resolving disputes. ADR comes in a wide variety of forms and procedures. The most common forms of ADR are arbitration and mediation, but there are many others such as med-arb, summary jury trials, mini-trials, and the like.  Professor Nathan Crystal can provide ADR services (standard or tailored to the needs of the parties) in professional responsibility and contracts matters, both nationally and internationally. For example, he may arbitrate or mediate fee disputes among lawyers, including disputes among firms and departing lawyers and successor counsel. By agreement of the parties and with court approval when required, he is available to resolve conflicts disputes and attorney-client privilege issues in discovery.   Read more …