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Resolving Family Law Disputes Without Courtroom Battle

You do not have to go to court to solve a family dispute in Minnesota. State law supports these through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), offering a way to handle divorce or custody calmly.

CJB Law has been helping clients in Fergus Falls, Otter Tail County, all of Minnesota and parts of North Dakota for over 100 years. Our family law team understands the strain these cases bring and will fully advocate for you.

Understanding Alternative Dispute Resolution

ADR resolves disputes outside traditional courtroom litigation. Minnesota courts typically encourage parties to attempt ADR before proceeding to trial. The main types are:

  • Mediation: A neutral third party helps you and your spouse negotiate terms collaboratively. This process focuses on open communication, not “winning.” Minnesota courts often require mediation before trial.
  • Arbitration: A private arbitrator reviews the evidence and makes a binding decision. This works well for high-conflict cases where compromise feels impossible.

Both skip court delays and keep things confidential.

Choosing The Right Option For Your Family Legal Issue

Mediation might be better when you:

  • Want to maintain decision-making control
  • Prefer collaboration and relationship preservation

Arbitration might work better when:

  • Communication has broken down
  • You need definitive resolutions
  • Previous mediation attempts failed

Our lawyers remain committed to helping you reach resolutions that protect your rights while minimizing conflict, just as we have done for generations of Minnesota families.

Why Our Legal Representation Matters In ADR

Minnesota’s laws, like the Uniform Mediation Act – have twists you might miss when you go it alone. Doing it yourself could:

  • Overlook important legal rights or obligations
  • Agree to terms that are not in your best interest
  • Miss opportunities for creative solutions
  • Face difficulties enforcing agreements later
  • Fail to address all necessary issues comprehensively

With over a century of wins, our attorneys bring a balanced approach to ADR processes and work to protect your interests.

Reach Out To Us To Find Resolution

If you are ready to take the mediation or arbitration route, CJB Law will back you up. Call 218-303-5497 or email to schedule a consultation at our Fergus Falls, Battle Lake, Rothsay or Underwood offices.