SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE

Why litigate when you may settle?

A settlement conference is similar to a mediation but oftentimes occurs before a case is filed in court. During a settlement conference, a neutral settlement coordinator will sit with the parties to explore settlement options. For example, an insurance company may acknowledge liability for an accident but has a maximum amount it can pay under the policy; if multiple parties are entitled to compensation, a settlement conference would assist the various parties to discuss their options under the policy in lieu of filing a case or continuing further litigation.

Confidentiality is key

The parties can agree that a settlement conference is kept confidential amongst the parties. All cases filed in civil court are public record, which means that anything said in court or filed on paper with the clerk of court can be read by the general population. A settlement conference keeps private matters out of the public’s eye. There are many disputes for which a settlement conferences would be beneficial, especially considering the financial and emotional costs of litigation and uncertainty as to a jury’s or judge’s final decision. Please contact Levitt Legal today to learn more about my services in facilitating solutions.

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