James E. Reid, Esq.,

is an experienced, professional arbitrator and mediator who has established a strong reputation in ADR in his capacity as the principal of AFI. He has logged years of trial work on both sides of the table in personal injury, negligence, professional malpractice and insurance cases, and is ready to help you achieve the resolution of your case.

James E. Reid is the principal of Advocate's Forum, Inc. He is also a highly respected attorney who limits his practice to personal injury litigation. Mr. Reid is a past Chair of the General Practice Section of the New York State Bar Association and is also a Certified Mediator. learn more

Why Mediate?

me·di·a·tion

Negotiation sessions guided by a neutral third party. A skilled mediator will help clarify issues, find common ground, maintain focus and lead everyone toward an agreeable outcome.

There is virtually no case that would not benefit from mediation. Mediation provides an opportunity for the parties to examine the strengths and learn the weaknesses of their claim. It provides the parties an opportunity to discuss resolution strategies and values in a non-binding non-adversarial situation.

Why Arbitrate?

ar·bi·tra·tion

A procedure during which disputing parties present their case to a neutral, mutually agreed upon arbitrator. Judgment is binding.

The cost of bringing a case to trial in today's environment can be prohibitive. In arbitration, the parties set the rules. They can agree to stipulation in medical records, call those witnesses they wish, and provide the opportunity to have a speedy and direct resolution of their claim. The cost and time factor, not to mention the easing of a stressful situation, make perfect sense to resolve a claim through arbitration.

Success Rate

Mediation generally enjoys an 80-85% success rate. That success rate, speed and low cost, has pushed mediation to the forefront of dispute resolution. While the arbitration differs from mediation in that the parties agree to an arbitrator—and in many cases, to the high/low settlement parameters, success can be measured in the expertise of the arbitrator, speed in which arbitration can be conducted, and the low cost of the arbitration process.

Any way you look at it, mediation and arbitration at Advocate’s Forum are success stories
in and of themselves.

Why Choose Advocates

Advocate's forum we work with everyone to ease a stress full situation with first class facilities, amenities, and service. We understand that the cost of bring a case to trail can be prohibitive and are proud to offer you a cost effective, timely resolution of your claim at realistic rates. Our professional and comfortable atmosphere lets all parties focus on the resolution of the case at hand. learn more