Resolution Starts Here

For many clients, alternative dispute resolution provides benefits that courtroom litigation does not, including privacy, timeliness, and the ability to minimize disruption of your day-to-day business and life. With this understanding, Judge Coley oversees arbitration and mediation with the same candor that he maintained during his tenure on the 74^th District Court. His transparent, pragmatic approach enables litigants to reach a fair outcome, in an environment that minimizes costs and delays.

Resolve Your Dispute. Any Time. Any Place. 

HOW WE WORK TOGETHER

Mediation and arbitration sessions can be held via Zoom, remotely, at our facility, or at a location convenient to all parties. Typically, engagements are arranged and executed as follows: 

• Using this website, a representing attorney schedules a tentative time for an onsite, offsite, or Zoom engagement. Mediation is typically booked as a two-hour, half-day, or full-day session.
• After dates, location, and fee estimates are approved by all parties, the session is confirmed.
• Parties provide all case documentation for review by Judge Coley. All submissions should be completed no later than 3 days before the scheduled engagement, to allow for intensive and thorough review.
• During the engagement, Judge Coley acts as both judge and facilitator, providing honest, unbiased guidance and feedback. Respectful of clients’ time and investment, he strives to move proceedings forward in a manner that is both timely and transparent.
• Arbitration ends with a ruling by the arbitrator, Judge Coley. Mediation ends when both parties arrive at a mutually-agreed-upon settlement. If no agreement is reached through mediation, the session ends. Parties may then elect to arrange arbitration or pursue litigation. 

Fee Structure & POLICIES

ACCOMMODATIONS

Our onsite facilities consist of private conference spaces that promote focus and collaboration. Unlike many facilities, which feel cold and sterile, the rooms are designed for comfort to support calm, productive conversation. There is ample space with multiple conference areas that can accommodate as many as 10 people in a room, and the main room features natural light from its floor-to-ceiling windows. Complimentary coffee and water are provided, and on-site catering options are available. If you have specific technology or amenity needs, just let us know in advance and we will do our best to accommodate any requests. 

TIME & FEES

Typically, full or half-day sessions are booked for mediation. Full-day sessions run from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; half-day sessions run from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Shorter sessions may be booked for less complex cases, or if parties are near agreement. The below fees* are for time only; additional fees and travel costs may be incurred for remote engagements. 

• Two-Hour Session: $400 per party
• Half-Day Session: $800 per party  
• Full-Day Session: $1,600 per party  

*Quoted fees apply to state court matters only; not federal court matters.

CANCELLATION OR RESCHEDULING POLICY

Issues that cause delays, cancellations, or rescheduling are not uncommon in law. Our refund policy is based on the amount of advance notice we receive.