Private Business & Commercial Dispute Resolution
OUR TEAM
Ryan McFarland and Eric Ritter are professional mediators who handle a wide range of civil disputes, including business and commercial litigation, partnership disputes, contract matters, real estate conflicts, and employment-related claims. Their experience on both sides of the courtroom allows them to anticipate challenges and guide discussions in a way that aligns with real-world litigation outcomes.
Each offers local insight, trial-tested judgment, and a straightforward communication style to every mediation. They understand Idaho courts, Idaho lawyers, and Idaho businesses. With that understanding, they help parties reach resolutions to their most vexing disputes.
Each offers local insight, trial-tested judgment, and a straightforward communication style to every mediation. They understand Idaho courts, Idaho lawyers, and Idaho businesses. With that understanding, they help parties reach resolutions to their most vexing disputes.
What is mediation?
Mediation is a confidential, non-binding process in which a neutral third party helps disputing parties communicate, evaluate risks, and explore settlement options.
What types of cases are appropriate for private mediation?
Most civil disputes can benefit from mediation, especially business, contract, real estate, and employment matters at any stage of litigation.
Do parties have to settle at mediation?
No. Mediation is voluntary and non-binding unless an agreement is reached. Parties retain full control over whether and how to resolve their dispute.
When should mediation occur in a case?
Mediation can be effective early or later in litigation. Many cases are mediated after key discovery or court-ordered deadlines, but earlier resolution is often more cost-effective.
Do you offer court-ordered mediation in Idaho?
They handle court-ordered mediation as well as private, pre-litigation mediation for business and commercial disputes throughout Idaho.