Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) / Mediation

In California, a mediated settlement agreement can often be enforced without a later signature if it meets Code of Civil Procedure § 664.6 or Evidence Code § 1123 requirements. Parties sometimes “shake hands” at mediation but later refuse to sign final papers, especially after counsel changes or business pressures arise. This article explains the fastest […]

In Los Angeles County, many mediated settlement agreements can be enforced even if the other side later refuses to sign—most commonly through a motion under Code of Civil Procedure § 664.6. This comes up when parties reach a deal in mediation, but one party tries to back out once the numbers are real. This article […]

In many U.S. jurisdictions, a mediated settlement agreement can be enforced even if one side later refuses to sign “final paperwork,” as long as the essential terms were agreed to and the agreement meets statutory or contract requirements. This issue commonly arises when parties leave mediation with a term sheet or handwritten deal, but a […]

A mediated settlement in California can be enforced as a court judgment—sometimes without a new lawsuit—if it meets key statutory requirements under Code of Civil Procedure section 664.6. Problems usually arise when one party refuses to sign the final paperwork, denies the terms, or won’t pay by the deadline. This article explains California’s main enforcement […]

Estate mediation in NSW often resolves disputes faster and at a lower cost than court hearings, with many matters settling before trial. It gives families more control, privacy, and flexibility to reach practical outcomes while reducing delay and emotional strain. This article explains how estate mediation works in NSW, compares it with court proceedings, and […]