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MEDIATION & ARBITRATION
Charles tailors his process to the specific needs of each case. Below are representative examples of how he works within each service category to help clients reach efficient, equitable outcomes.
Arbitration
When parties need a definitive ruling, Charles serves as a neutral arbitrator, hearing evidence and issuing clear, legally sound awards.
Case Examples:
Labor Contract Dispute
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Interpreted multi-layered collective bargaining agreement language regarding overtime allocation.
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Issued a binding award that balanced past practice with the contract’s clear terms, preventing a grievance escalation and preserving the ongoing labor-management relationship.
Insurance Coverage Conflict
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Reviewed competing policy interpretations after a commercial property loss.
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Delivered a detailed reasoned award that resolved the coverage trigger dispute without the expense of full litigation, allowing the claim to proceed promptly.
Mediation & Facilitated Negotiation
Where voluntary agreement is the goal, Charles guides parties through structured dialogue, helping them move from entrenched positions to mutually workable solutions.
Case Examples:
Divorce & Child Custody Mediation
Mediated a divorce involving disputed child custody and parenting time. Through a combination of joint sessions and private caucuses, Charles helped the parents shift their focus from personal grievances to the best interests of their child. The resulting parenting plan included a detailed holiday schedule, decision-making framework for education and healthcare, and a mutually agreed communication protocol—allowing the family to move forward without a courtroom custody battle.
Civil Contract Dispute
Worked with a rental housing company and a resident locked in a breach of contract disagreement. Through focused private caucuses, identified the core misunderstanding and helped craft a settlement that avoided court.
Family Estate Mediation
Mediated a estate dispute among adult siblings following the loss of a parent. The conflict centered on the unequal distribution from the sell of a home. Charles facilitated a multi-session mediation that allowed each sibling to be heard, then guided the family toward a voluntary reallocation agreement that honored sentimental value while remaining within the estate’s legal framework. The resolution preserved family relationships and avoided a protracted probate battle.
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