Not every dispute needs to end up in court. For many individuals and businesses in Calgary, Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) offer practical, efficient, and cost-effective solutions to resolve conflicts while avoiding lengthy litigation. At Gigera Law Services, we provide professional legal guidance and representation in a range of ADR processes, including arbitration, mediation, negotiation, and conciliation.
Whether you’re facing a business contract dispute, construction disagreement, employment matter, or civil claim, our legal team helps you reach resolution faster, privately, and on your own terms.
In Alberta, commercial litigation takes 18-36 months and costs 300% more than arbitration. Under the Arbitration Act, businesses gain a faster, confidential path to binding resolutions. Gigera Law’s accredited arbitrators and ADR specialists resolve high-stakes conflicts in 30-90 days – preserving relationships, trade secrets, and bottom lines.
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) refers to a variety of legal methods used to settle disputes outside of traditional courtrooms. These methods include:
Arbitration
Mediation
Negotiation
Conciliation
Each ADR method provides a structured way to resolve disputes, often resulting in faster, less adversarial, and more cost-effective outcomes than litigation.
Arbitration is a formal process where an independent arbitrator (or panel) hears both sides of a dispute and makes a decision—often binding—based on evidence and legal principles. It functions similarly to a private trial and is widely used in commercial contracts, employment disputes, real estate conflicts, and construction matters.
Faster resolution: ADR proceedings can resolve matters in weeks or months—not years.
Lower costs: Avoid expensive court fees, drawn-out hearings, and procedural delays.
Confidentiality: Unlike court, ADR keeps sensitive information out of the public record.
Preserved relationships: ADR fosters collaboration and civility, protecting personal or business ties.
Control over the process: Parties often have more influence over timelines, procedures, and even who hears the case.
Enforceable decisions: Arbitration awards are legally binding and can be enforced by the courts if necessary.
At Gigera Law Services, we support individuals, families, and businesses in resolving disputes through arbitration and alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
Here’s how we help:
With deep legal knowledge and practical dispute resolution experience, Gigera Law Services helps you settle conflicts efficiently, fairly, and with full legal confidence.
Our Calgary arbitration and ADR lawyers assist with:
If the contract includes an arbitration clause, or if both parties agree to an ADR process, we help you navigate the next legal steps and represent your interests throughout.
When you meet with Gigera Law Services to discuss arbitration or ADR:
You’ll leave with a clear plan of action, a legal advocate in your corner, and the tools to move forward confidently.
We bring strong legal grounding and a deep understanding of Alberta ADR regulations and arbitration law.
We’ve represented clients in complex business, commercial, and civil disputes—with successful outcomes.
Whether we’re advocating for you or acting as a neutral, our training ensures fairness, clarity, and control.
Yes. If both parties agree to binding arbitration or if it’s required by contract, the decision is enforceable like a court judgment.
In mediation, the mediator helps parties reach a voluntary agreement. In arbitration, the arbitrator makes a decision, often legally binding.
Arbitration is typically resolved in a matter of weeks or months, while court cases can take years.
In most cases, arbitration awards are final, with only limited grounds for appeal (e.g., bias, procedural unfairness).
While not legally required, having a lawyer ensures your rights are protected and your case is presented effectively.
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