Mediation ordered by Court to avoid “litigation morass” – WaMu’s final hope?
Mediation ordered to avoid “litigation morass”. WaMu Reorganization Plan Fails. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge orders thousands of claimants and stakeholders to pursue mediation. Judge says mediation required before lawsuit can proceed. Most Northern California Superior Courts now require parties to submit to some form of Alternative Dispute Resolution. Mediation is often the best ADR option because it provides candid, cost effective discussion and resolution at a fraction of the cost and time inherent in complex litigation. Some counties (Contra Costa, Solano, Alameda) provide mediators who volunteer the first two hours of mediation, which makes mediation even more attractive.