Karim Mawani 

Karim Mawani is an innovator in the effective use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) techniques as an integral part of the case resolution array of services available to his clients. 

Karim's formal interest in alternatives to the court process began in 1993 when he attended a divorce mediation course hosted by the Legal Education Society of Alberta. 

He has since supplemented his knowledge and skills through the School of Law at Harvard University, and now instructs at the Law Society of Alberta Bar Admissions Course and with the Alberta Arbitration and Mediation Society (AAMS) course where he leads sessions on Med - Arb. 

In addition he has been a guest lecturer for the AAMS Arbitration Course and courses offered by the Canadian Condominium Institute. 

He offers a broad range of resolution services including services as a mediator, arbitrator, settlement counsel, coach, development of dispute resolution strategies at the individual and organizational levels, drafting of dispute resolution clauses for use in settlement and contractual documents and offers instruction and support for those looking to gain competence in practical ADR techniques.

Today's dispute resolution practice requires the ability to evaluate the alternatives to court room litigation in order to determine which will most likely provide the most efficient and cost - effective client focused solution to the dispute or disagreement. 

With many years of experience before the Alberta Courts at all levels, Karim can speak first hand of the advantages and disadvantages of the formal litigation process. Clients are advised on the available dispute resolution options and are then assisted to determine and design the needed combination of dispute resolution services needed to reach the desired result.  

Alternate dispute resolution can be utilized at any stage of a dispute prior to a binding and final solution having been reached or received. It is never too late to take back control over your life.