practice areas: Alternate Dispute Resolution
Alternate dispute resolution allows individuals and businesses to resolve disputes through means other than judicial process. Alternate dispute resolution is used in various venues, including the employment setting, where disputes relating to all aspects of employment surface.
Mediation/Facilitation
Mediation/facilitation is a form of alternative dispute resolution which allows parties to resolve a conflict without the assistance of the legal system. A neutral third-party is chosen to assist the parties to negotiate a settlement. Karen S. Kienbaum has 12 years of experience in mediation, and is a recognized authority in the areas of contracts, labor and employment law and corporate litigation. Ms. Kienbaum also serves as a mediator for the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) on the labor, employment, and commercial panels, as well as a private mediator.
Arbitration
Arbitration is a form of alternative dispute resolution in which allows parties to resolve a conflict with the arbitrator’s determination binding all parties. Karen S. Kienbaum has 12 years of experience in arbitration, and is a recognized authority in the areas of contracts, labor and employment law and corporate litigation. Ms. Kienbaum also serves as an arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) on the labor, employment, and commercial panels, as well as a private arbitrator.
Resources for Businesses and Human Resources Professionals
Businesses who are looking for a way to outsource their alternate dispute resolution needs should look at JustUs. JustUs is a risk management company owned and operated by Attorney Karen Kienbaum, which allows companies to resolve conflicts with their employees through a neutral third-party with a background in human resources, and labor and employment law. For more information click here (www.4justus.com).