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Alternative Dispute Resolution

Aug. 12, 2006

Hybrid 'Med-Arb' Receives Mixed Reviews

LOS ANGELES - Though med-arb, a mix of mediation and arbitration, is getting attention, some lawyers say it doesn't sit well with them.

By Victoria Fine
Daily Journal Staff Writer

      LOS ANGELES - Though med-arb, a mix of mediation and arbitration, is getting attention, some lawyers say it doesn't sit well with them.
      Med-arb allows parties to select a mediator to resolve a case by agreement, with the understanding that if the mediation is unsuccessful, the same mediator will serve as an arbitrator and make a b...

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