LibGuides: Free Websites for Legal Research: Alternative Dispute Resolution

ADR on the Internet

ADR Frequently Asked Questions
JAMS (originally Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services, Inc.)
American Bar Association: Section of Dispute Resolution
Association for Conflict Resolution
ACR is a professional membership organization dedicated to serving the needs of dispute resolution practitioners and educators.
Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb)
UK organization that promotes private dispute resolution and provides training and education on ADR methods.
Google News: Alternative Dispute Resolution
Search Google News for recent articles and blog postings about ADR.
How to Influence Environmental Policy at a Community Level Through Conflict Resolution
Pepperdine Online Programs Website
Nolo Legal Encyclopedia: Mediation, Arbitration, and Collaborative Law
Nolo publications explain law and legal principles to non-lawyers. Nolo's free online legal encyclopedia includes entries for many areas of law, including arbitration and mediation.
Tools and Resources for Conflict Resolution
Types of Alternative Dispute Resolution Processes

Websites and other online sources introducing the concept of mediation.

American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution: Mediation Week Toolkit
This toolkit of resources is designed to help organizations and individuals understand and promote mediation.
JAMS: Mediation
JAMS is a private ADR provider. The Mediation section of its website explains the mediation process and the role of the mediator.
Mediate.com: About Mediation
National Association for Community Mediation (NAFCM)
NAFCM supports volunteers and programs who share their expertise to help others resolve conflict.

Below is a list of selected scholarly and practice-oriented ADR blogs.

ADR Blog Directory - American Bar Association Journal
Extensive list of ADR blogs, covering multiple jurisdictions and sub-topics.
ADR Prof Blog
This blog is part of the Law Professor Blogs Network and features contributions from several law professors on ADR research topics.
JAMS ADR Blog
ADR Toolbox
Curated collection of news, resources and information for ADR professionals.

Social Media ADR Resources