Practice Areas

ADR, Mediation & Arbitration

San Francisco Mediation Lawyers

People use alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods such as mediation or arbitration because the process can be cost effective and more efficient than traditional litigation. It also allows for greater creativity and problem solving, and keeps disputes private and confidential. Contact a San Francisco mediation lawyer today.

At the Northern California law firm of Bryan • Hinshaw, we bring extensive experience, and the wealth of complementary disciplines that fosters favorable resolutions for our clients. For example, both estate planning and family law asset division involve the valuation, trade, and exchange of assets among parties to resolve ownership interest. Such overlap of concepts allows for creative problem solving and efficient resolution.

Divorce mediator and attorney Richard M. Bryan acts as mediator, arbitrator, Special Master, and referee in the following areas of practice. Both he and attorney Caroline Hinshaw act as counsel for parties in mediation, arbitration, and other forms of ADR.

Family law

Probate litigation

General business litigation

We also consult with clients seeking independent mediation, or divorce without representation. A mediator brings together the divorcing spouses. See our website on mediation for more information.

We offer experience, creativity, and personalized service to clients facing not only a legal problem, but a difficult life situation. Contact us today.

Bryan • Hinshaw, A Professional Corporation, in San Francisco, CA, serves clients throughout Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area, including Oakland, Alameda, Walnut Creek, Hayward, San Rafael, San Bruno, San Jose, Palo Alto, Modesto, Stockton, Pleasanton, Berkeley, Lafayette, Concord, Santa Rosa, San Francisco County, Marin County Napa County, Alameda County, Contra Costa County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Stanislaus County, and San Joaquin County, California.


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