Since the court system has now embraced alternative dispute mechanisms such as judicial arbitration and judicial mediation, why hire a private judge?
Arbitrators and mediators on the court panels are becoming more skilled at their craft. Nevertheless, the attorneys to a dispute are not always able to secure the arbitrator/mediator of their choosing because some are more popular and thus less available. Indeed, some have left the panel to practice mediation or arbitration as a private neutral. A private judge usually has the skill, experience and reputation to convince parties to agree to a reasonable settlement proposal.
Related Questions
- What are the differences between going to a court trial as opposed to alternative dispute resolution, such mediation or arbitration? Does Madia Law handle alternative dispute resolution cases?
- Does Ghana offer you arbitration, mediation and conciliation proceedings as alternative mechanisms for dispute settlement in the courts?
- What are the advantages of Mediation and Arbitration over the court system?
