How do they match: Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators

  • Conduct initial meetings with disputants to outline the arbitration process, settle procedural matters, such as fees, or determine details, such as witness numbers or time requirements.
  • Confer with disputants to clarify issues, identify underlying concerns, and develop an understanding of their respective needs and interests.
  • Participate in court proceedings.
  • Specialize in the negotiation and resolution of environmental conflicts involving issues such as natural resource allocation or regional development planning.

  • Interview claimants to get information related to legal proceedings.
  • Meet with individuals involved in legal processes to provide information and clarify issues.
  • Prepare written decisions for legal proceedings.
  • Represent the interests of clients in legal proceedings.
  • Rule on admissibility of legal proceedings.