Professional Arbitration Services

in Colorado

If you're searching for professional mediation in Colorado, I can help. As a former magistrate, I help families and individuals resolve disputes efficiently—without the stress and cost of court. My neutral mediation approach has guided countless Colorado residents and families through complex conflicts while preserving relationships and protecting their financial interests.

What Are Professional Arbitration Services?

As your arbitrator, I review evidence, hear arguments, and render binding or non-binding awards in private proceedings. When you choose arbitration, you get structured dispute resolution that offers many advantages of court trials—including formal procedures and enforceable outcomes—while maintaining the privacy, speed, and cost-effectiveness that traditional litigation cannot match.

Types of Cases HandleD Through Arbitration

Binding Arbitration

Produces final, enforceable decisions that cannot be appealed except in very limited circumstances. When you need definitive closure without the time and expense of court trials and appeals processes, my binding arbitration services provide the finality you're seeking.

Non-Binding Arbitration

Offers advisory decisions that help you evaluate your case and encourage settlement negotiations. If you want a neutral evaluation of evidence and legal positions while preserving your rights to pursue litigation, my non-binding arbitration gives you valuable insight for decision-making.

Family Arbitration Services

Address high-asset divorces, complex property divisions, estate valuations, and support determination cases. When you're dealing with sensitive family matters that require privacy and specialized expertise, my family arbitration provides confidential resolution that family courts often cannot offer while producing binding decisions on financial and custody matters.

Probate Arbitration

Resolves estate administration conflicts, will and trust disputes, guardianship disagreements, and conservatorship matters. If your family is facing inheritance disputes or estate conflicts, I can help you reach binding decisions privately while maintaining family relationships and protecting estate assets from lengthy litigation costs.

I also offer Guardian ad Litem services and Special Master appointments in appropriate cases where additional oversight or representation is required.

Why Choose ARBITRATION?

Arbitration typically settles your legal issues in 6-12 months compared to 12-24 months for court litigation in Colorado, especially when factoring appeals, which can draw out even longer.

When you choose professional arbitration services with Bradley Law, you'll save significantly compared to trials while enjoying flexible scheduling that accommodates your personal and professional needs. The private nature of my arbitration process protects confidential information and family relationships from public disclosure.

Serving Denver, Aurora, Colorado Springs, the Front Range and all of Colorado, I help you achieve final resolution without the uncertainty and delays of traditional court proceedings. You get structured decision-making with enforceable outcomes while maintaining privacy throughout the process.

What to Expect from ARBITRATION

We'll start by creating a formal arbitration agreement that sets the rules, timelines, and scope of my authority to make decisions. Before the hearing, I'll hold planning sessions with all parties to coordinate schedules and establish the procedures we'll follow. The arbitration hearing itself is like a private trial where I'll listen to evidence, question witnesses, and review legal arguments before issuing my written decision that explains the outcome and any remedies awarded.

Arbitration vs. Mediation: Which Is Right for You?

While mediation services focus on collaborative negotiation and mutual agreement, arbitration provides binding decisions when you cannot reach consensus through negotiation. Many cases benefit from combining both approaches—attempting mediation first with me, then proceeding to arbitration if we don't resolve all issues through collaborative discussion.

The key difference is control over the outcome. In mediation, you and the other parties create the solution together with my guidance. In arbitration, I make the final decision after hearing all the evidence and arguments. Some families prefer mediation's collaborative approach, while others need the finality that only arbitration can provide.

Both processes share important advantages over traditional litigation: complete privacy and confidentiality, faster resolution times, significantly lower costs, and flexible scheduling that works around your life. Whether you choose mediation or arbitration, you'll avoid the public nature of court proceedings while maintaining much more control over the process than you'd have in traditional litigation.

If you're unsure which approach fits your situation, I can help you evaluate the pros and cons of each method during our initial consultation.

Why Choose Me as Your Arbitrator?

My extensive background as a Colorado magistrate and a career working for the courts provides unique qualifications for arbitration, including experience managing complex cases, evaluating evidence, and rendering legally sound decisions. This judicial experience ensures you receive professional arbitration that produces fair, enforceable outcomes you can trust.

Ready for final resolution of your legal matter? Contact me today or schedule a consultation to discuss how arbitration services can provide efficient, private dispute resolution tailored to your specific needs without the delays and uncertainties of court litigation. I serve clients throughout Colorado with proven results that protect what matters most to you.

Arbitration FAQs

What is the difference between binding and non-binding arbitration?

Binding arbitration results in a final, enforceable decision that both parties must follow, with very limited options for appeal. Non-binding arbitration provides an advisory decision that can help guide settlement negotiations, but either party can still pursue litigation afterward.

Do I need an attorney for arbitration?

While not required, having legal representation can be helpful—especially in binding arbitration where legal procedures and evidence presentation are involved. I work with both self-represented parties and those with legal counsel.

What kinds of disputes can be resolved through arbitration?

Bradley Law handles a wide range of disputes including family law matters, property division, probate and estate conflicts, guardianship disagreements, and high-asset divorce cases. Arbitration is ideal when you want a private, efficient resolution without court intervention.

How long does arbitration take in Colorado?

Most arbitration cases in Colorado are resolved within 3–6 months, depending on the complexity of the dispute and the parties’ availability. This is significantly faster than traditional litigation, which can take 12–24 months or longer to reach a conclusion once factoring in appeals.

Is arbitration legally enforceable?

Yes. In binding arbitration, the arbitrator’s decision (called an award) is enforceable in court just like a judgment. It carries legal weight and can be used to compel compliance if necessary.

Can I choose arbitration even if a court case has already started?

In many cases, yes. You and the other party can agree to withdraw from litigation and enter arbitration instead. If you’ve already filed in court, you may need court approval or a stipulation agreement between parties to switch paths.

How is arbitration different from mediation?

Mediation focuses on helping both parties reach a mutual agreement. The mediator does not issue a decision. Arbitration, on the other hand, results in a decision by the arbitrator—either binding or non-binding—that can bring final resolution if no agreement is reached during negotiation.

How much does arbitration cost?

Costs vary depending on the length and complexity of the case, but arbitration is typically much more affordable than full-scale litigation. Fees for arbitration are clearly listed on my Fee Schedule.

How do I schedule an arbitration?

Please use the Contact Page for arbitration scheduling requests.

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Bradley Law (Amanda J. Bradley, Attorney at Law PLLC) is a separate, independent Colorado mediation and legal services practice and is not affiliated with the legal firm referred to as Bradley (Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP).

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