ADR and Mediation

Messner Reeves for ADR and Mediation in Complex Civil and Commercial Litigation

Our Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and mediation practice provides a comprehensive and strategic approach to resolving legal disputes efficiently. When serving as neutrals, the Messner Reeves ADR team brings a holistic perspective, having counseled plaintiffs and defendants, including representing some of the nation’s largest insurance companies. This unique expertise provides insight into the differing strategies and priorities at the table. Such experience enables us to anticipate and effectively address opposing arguments, guiding The parties toward the most favorable resolution possible.

Additionally, our attorneys’ experience representing insurance companies gives us a unique understanding of how insurance carriers evaluate and approach settlement negotiations. This knowledge allows us to craft effective settlement strategies that align with everyone’s priorities, including the insurers’ interests, advocating for the best possible outcome for the parties. We also recognize that flexibility is imperative in today’s legal landscape, so we offer mediation services in person and via Zoom. Whether handling complex litigation or smaller disputes, our ADR practice is designed to reduce costs, save time, and achieve fair, efficient resolutions without prolonged litigation.

Types of ADR and Mediation Cases We Handle

At Messner Reeves, our ADR practice is designed to deliver dynamic, equitable, and powerful resolutions in a wide range of cases, including the following:

Commercial and General Civil Litigation

We specialize in resolving business-related and civil disputes, ensuring detailed legal issues are resolved through skilled mediation or arbitration rather than costly litigation.

Litigation - Coverage Claims Between Insurance Companies

Our team has extensive experience in insurance coverage disputes, helping companies navigate conflicts between insurers regarding policy obligations and liability.

Insurance Mediation

We assist in resolving insurance disputes by facilitating reasonable settlements between policyholders, carriers, and third-party claimants, thereby avoiding lengthy and expensive court battles.

Coverage Mediation

Our attorneys deeply understand policy language and insurer obligations, enabling them to effectively mediate coverage disputes between insurers and insureds.

Small and Large Business Disputes

Whether it’s a contract disagreement, partnership dispute, or financial claim, we provide structured ADR solutions tailored to the specific needs of businesses.

Complex Business Disputes

We handle multi-party and high-stakes business disputes, offering strategies to help companies resolve conflicts while protecting financial and reputational interests.

Breach of Contract Disputes

Our ADR team assists businesses, contractors, and professionals in resolving contract disputes through negotiation, mediation, or arbitration, thereby avoiding lengthy litigation.

Personal Injury Cases

We work to mediate settlements between injured parties, insurance companies, and defendants, ensuring that victims receive fair compensation without prolonged court delays.

D&O Cases

Our team has experience handling Director & Officer (D&O) liability disputes, helping companies, executives, and insurers resolve claims without unnecessary delay.

Errors and Omissions Coverage

We assist in E&O coverage disputes, ensuring that professionals and their insurers reach just resolutions without unnecessary litigation.

Cases Involving Malpractice – Doctors, Lawyers, Accountants, Engineers

Our ADR services extend to malpractice cases, helping resolve claims against professionals in various industries through mediation or arbitration.

Employment Matters

From wrongful termination claims to workplace disputes, we provide valuable mediation solutions that help employers and employees reach mutually agreeable settlements.

Experienced ADR and Meditation Professionals

Our Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practice is led by experienced professionals with diverse backgrounds, which sets us apart. Our team includes seasoned legal professionals, an Arizona Judge Pro Tem, a nationally credentialled arbitrator, and a bilingual attorney with a medical background, making us uniquely qualified to handle all types of dispute resolutions.

Attorney Jeff Finley brings valuable judicial experience, having served as a judge pro tem in Arizona. His background gives him a deep understanding of legal proceedings and the ability to evaluate cases impartially, making him an effective mediator and arbitrator in business and civil disputes.

Attorney Bruce Montoya, a distinguished American Arbitration Association (AAA) member, has extensive experience handling complex ADR cases. His membership with AAA demonstrates his expertise in arbitration and his ability to competently and fairly navigate high-stakes disputes.

Attorney Elizabeth Salinas Van Orman offers bilingual ADR services in both Spanish and English, ensuring that business owners and medical professionals receive clear and effective representation in mediation. As both a medical doctor and a lawyer, she brings unparalleled insight into healthcare-related disputes, making her exceptionally skilled in mediating disputes within the medical industry.

With our team’s diverse expertise, Messner Reeves provides a strategic and well-rounded approach to Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), enabling clients to resolve disputes efficiently and effectively.

Contact Us Today to Discuss Your ADR and Mediation Needs

At Messner Reeves, our goal is to deliver results-driven ADR solutions that align with our clients’ needs, ensuring successful and practical dispute resolution. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how our ADR practice can benefit your case.