Mediation is a voluntary dispute resolution process where a neutral third person (the "Mediator") meets with the parties, and assists them in reaching a mutually acceptable settlement of their dispute. A mediator will work with both parties to obtain a global resolution of all issues.  It is a quick and inexpensive method of settling your legal disputes.

     In addition to the financial and emotional savings of mediation, participants are able to fashion their own agreement rather than turning the decision making over to a judge or jury.  Mediations that occur during litigation (after one party has filed a lawsuit against another) are often called settlement conferences.  Mediators in these sessions are often referred to as settlement masters.  You have most undoubtedly heard that most cases settle before going to trial.  Settlement conferences are the places many matters settle.

     Alain Burrese is a mediator and attorney trained in both facilitative and evaluative mediation styles.  His training includes the Mediating the Litigated Case course at the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine University School of Law.  Alain will use various tools and strategies to assist you in resolving your dispute.  He has the tenacity to see the case through to resolution, and his resolve to resolve cases means he will work for as long as it takes to get the matter settled.  You can contact him regarding mediations and settlement conferences at 406-544-7410.

Alain strives to provide a safe environment where parties with disputes, both litigated matters, or pre-litigation, can come together to resolve the conflict and retain control over the outcome.  A wide range of mediation and settlement conference services are offered to assist individuals who are interested in resolving their own disputes.  Services may be provided at any location where suitable facilities are available.

Check out Alain's Negotiation articles.

Mediate.com  -  The World's Dispute Resolution Channel.  This is a great resource, I recommend it highly - Alain

MediationTools.com - The Official Site of the Mediation Offices of Lee Jay Berman.  Lee Jay taught at a course I attended at Pepperdine.  He is a great mediator and instructor.  His training and materials have helped my practice. - Alain

Robert Benjamin Mediation and Conflict Management Services - The Official Site of Robert Benjamin.  Robert taught a class at the North West Dispute Resolution Conference that I was also a speaker at.  I was very impressed with his presentation, mediation knowledge, and style.  Highly recommended.  - Alain

The Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School