Arb-Med
The flexibility to reach agreement. The certainty of a final decision.
Arb-Med offers a practical, supportive way to see agreement while preserving the certainty if a binding decision is needed.
What is Arb-Med?
Arb-Med combines arbitration and mediation into a single process.
It usually begins with arbitration, so the issues can be identified and the necessary information shared before mediation.
The arbitrator manages the first stage and may request further information to ensure the mediation proceeds on a fair and informed basis.
The parties then move into mediation to seek agreement. If any issues remain unresolved, arbitration resumes promptly, and the arbitrator makes a final, binding decision on those matters.
In that way, Arb-Med provides the flexibility to negotiate, with the certainty that the dispute will still be brought to an end if agreement is not reached.
Why people choose Arb-Med
Arb-Med is useful when parties want a genuine opportunity to settle but also need the assurance that the dispute will reach a final outcome so that they can move forward.
Work towards your own agreement
You still have the opportunity to reach an outcome together through mediation.
Get all the information on the table early
The first stage helps clarify the issues and makes sure that all the relevant information is available so that you can have meaningful discussions
Avoid starting over
If mediation doesn't resolve the matter, arbitration resumes without the need to begin again.
Save time and reduce stress
One practitioner can often manage the process from start to finish, helping to reduce costs, delays and the pressure.
Have certainty of an outcome
If agreement isn't reached, a final and binding decision can be made so the matter can move forward.
Where Arb-Med can help
Arb-Med is often the right option when:
- you want the chance to settle, but need certainty if an agreement is not reached
- you need to understand the issues before meaningful discussion can take place
- you're concerned about the process being delayed or loses momentum
- you want to avoid starting again in a separate process
- a clear outcome and pathway forward are important
It provides the flexibility to negotiate, with the certainty that the matter will ultimately be resolved.
What happens next
You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
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Start with a consultation or application
We'll help you understand your options and the best next step.
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Start with a consultation or application
We'll help you understand your options and the best next step.
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We assess the situation
We understand the issues involved and ensure the right process is in place.
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We assess the situation
We understand the issues involved and ensure the right process is in place.
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We prepare everything
We coordinate the people, agreements, and practical arrangements.
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We prepare everything
We coordinate the people, agreements, and practical arrangements.
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You move forward
The right specialist guides you through the process with clarity and support.
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You move forward
The right specialist guides you through the process with clarity and support.
Not sure if this is the right path?
That's completely normal.
We can talk through your situation, explain how Arb-Med works, explain the available options and help you choose a fair and practical way forward for you.
Book a free phone consultation