From a practical perspective, arbitration is the investigation, hearing and determination of one or more issues between parties by an independent and impartial third party, known as the "arbitrator." Arbitration is either compulsory or consensual. Arbitration is compulsory when required by applicable law or conventions. It is consensual when it is the choice of the parties and is the result of their free and mutual consent. We offer ad hoc, or case-by-case, arbitration services in accordance with the Arbitration Rules of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL). These rules can be tailored to the procedural needs of the parties and the circumstances of their case, whether in Canadian inter-jurisdictional cases or those involving international interests.
Background
Our dispute prevention and resolution services provide the population and the business community with access to fair, effective and affordable alternatives to traditional litigation, and this, without the procedural rigidity and court related fees. In many cases, filing fees alone can discourage a financially burdened party from seeking justice or defending his case.
This is why we have waived initial filing fees for all our dispute prevention streams. Furthermore, our cost-sharing calendar and preferential rates for non-profits and individuals experiencing hardship, are but a few of the ways in which we can take concrete measures to advocate for better access to justice.
Application
A variety of disputes can be resolved by way of mediation, including civil, commercial and employment related matters. The goal of mediation is to resolve a dispute in a mutually satisfactory and binding manner. Disputing parties can agree in advance to mediation, simply by including a mediation clause in their contract. Where a dispute has already arisen, the parties may still agree on mediation by signing an agreement to this effect.
Mediation offers many advantages, including the following:
You may obtain more information and booking assistance from:
Praxis Forum Secretariat
Telephone: (514) 569-9238
Internet: www.praxis-forum.com
E-mail: secretariat@praxis-forum.com
Additional note:
The price range for mediation services may vary anywhere from $45 to $180 CAD per hour. Where we are servicing individuals experiencing hardship, or non-profits, the per hour rate may vary to promote access to timely, effective and affordable dispute resolution services.
Mediation is a confidential, consent-based service, offered by a neutral third party.