Michael Gangadeen has experience in both litigation and arbitration. He has practiced law for more than twenty years. He graduated from St John’s University of Law with a Juris Doctor in 1995. He began his career with State farm and in 2000 founded his own law firm Gangadeen & Associates. Mr. Gangadeen has received special training in the art of Trial Advocacy. This makes him more effective as an attorney and better equipped with the knowledge an attorney needs to provide exceptional services and representation to their client.
Civil Litigation
“Litigation is using relevant State and Federal Courts to resolve all matters considered “disputes” under an agreement.” In litigation cases a judge or jury decide the outcome of the case. Attorneys can present all necessary evidence they have to the court. The issues are determined and settled within the court system. Litigation is a formal process that takes place in a courthouse. Litigation allows for appeals without an agreement.
Civil Arbitration
“Arbitration involves parties’ expressed agreement to have any dispute resolved by an agreed upon third party or institution.” The parties agree to work with an arbitrator to settle and resolve their dispute. Arbitration is private and informal. If the parties are represented by attorneys, they have a limited role. Only limited evidence can be presented during arbitration. Parties can only appeal if it is agreed upon. “An arbitration award has to be converted into a settlement.”
There are pros and cons to both litigation and arbitration. Michael Gangadeen and other attorneys can assist their clients in choosing the best option for them. Each case if different and different decisions have to be made. What is best in one case may not work for another case. Cost, time, and appeal rights have to be weighed when deciding between litigation and arbitration. More about litigation and arbitration can be found at http://adr.findlaw.com/mediation/mediation-vs-arbitration-vs-litigation-whats-the-difference.html
“Litigation is using relevant State and Federal Courts to resolve all matters considered “disputes” under an agreement.” In litigation cases a judge or jury decide the outcome of the case. Attorneys can present all necessary evidence they have to the court. The issues are determined and settled within the court system. Litigation is a formal process that takes place in a courthouse. Litigation allows for appeals without an agreement.
Civil Arbitration
“Arbitration involves parties’ expressed agreement to have any dispute resolved by an agreed upon third party or institution.” The parties agree to work with an arbitrator to settle and resolve their dispute. Arbitration is private and informal. If the parties are represented by attorneys, they have a limited role. Only limited evidence can be presented during arbitration. Parties can only appeal if it is agreed upon. “An arbitration award has to be converted into a settlement.”
There are pros and cons to both litigation and arbitration. Michael Gangadeen and other attorneys can assist their clients in choosing the best option for them. Each case if different and different decisions have to be made. What is best in one case may not work for another case. Cost, time, and appeal rights have to be weighed when deciding between litigation and arbitration. More about litigation and arbitration can be found at http://adr.findlaw.com/mediation/mediation-vs-arbitration-vs-litigation-whats-the-difference.html
