Alternative Resolution Center

California's oldest and largest private alternative dispute resolution provider, ARC has been an innovator in California's legal and cultural changes since its inception. Mediation, arbitration and other ADR methods are now key to 21st Century civil justice. Business leaders and skilled attorneys use these cost-effective and efficient methods to resolve complex and contentious disputes and avoid protracted and adversarial court hearings. There is an increased demand for neutrals as civil litigation becomes more complex. ARC is the leading advocate of Dispute Resolution for the 21st Century. ARC has the most comprehensive panel of jurists, with many of the highest level experienced former judges from Federal and State courts and lawyer-neutrals who have expertise in their subject areas and receive regular training. New panelists are added all the time. Our panelists page provides the most current information. ARC clients include the largest law firms, Fortune 500 companies and public entities, as well as TPAs. We offer our clients the best case management, as well as the most skilled and experienced neutrals. ARC is known for its integrity and ethical high standards. We deliver consistent results. We are committed to client satisfaction and the well-being of our panelists. ARC specializes in complex and multi-party disputes. The Specialty Panels are made up of neutrals with specific expertise in areas such as construction defects, multiparty business and commercial issues, and employment. ARC's affordable fees help you to make the best use of your litigation budget. Our hearing fees are competitive and fixed, regardless of the value of the case. Each jurist sets their hourly rate. ARC's Case Administrators are available 24/7 to manage and organize cases of any size. They are excellent negotiators and facilitators and can bring reluctant parties together and find the neutral who can most effectively resolve the matter.