Alternative Dispute Resolution Service

$250 per party for mediations/$500 per party for arbitrations

An administrative fee may apply to Special Master proceedings. Please contact a Lexitas administrator for more information.

Lexitas charges a non-refundable administrative fee once a mediation or arbitration session is scheduled. If the case settles or is withdrawn after a date has been confirmed, Lexitas will retain the fee. Additionally, the neutral may charge a minimum two-hour cancellation fee and/or bill for any time already spent on the case.

The administrative fee covers:

• Coordination and scheduling
• Conflict checks
• Confirmation communications

What’s Included for Mediation Participants

Clients attending mediation at a Lexitas location will enjoy:

• Access to our modern, state-of-the-art conference rooms
• Complimentary tea, soda, coffee and snacks
• Copying, postage and administrative support

Additional Charges

Courier service, express or overnight mail, and technology needs (such as projectors, screens, or video conferencing equipment) are not included in the base fee. These items will be billed to the requesting party. Lunch is available upon request and will also be invoiced

Average range: $250-$600+ per hour. 

Neutrals set their own hourly rates. Their fees may include:

• Preparation time
• Phone or conference calls
• The dispute resolution session(s)
• Follow-up time
• Any research or reading time required

Travel time, mileage, and related expenses may also be billed, depending on distance. A portion of the neutral’s hourly rate is retained by Lexitas as part of the administrative fee.

Lexitas ADR does not charge an administrative fee if a case is withdrawn before a dispute resolution session is scheduled.

However, if a session is cancelled or withdrawn after a date is confirmed with the parties and the neutral:

• The administrative fee will be retained.
• The neutral is entitled to a minimum two-hour cancellation fee.
• The neutral may also bill for any time already spent on the case.

If a scheduled case is cancelled, settled, or withdrawn within 10 business days of the confirmed session date:

• The neutral may charge a minimum four-hour cancellation fee.
• Additional time incurred by the neutral will also be billed, along with the administrative fee.

All fees are split between the parties. 

Unless otherwise agreed, all fees and expenses are divided equally between the parties.

Lexitas ADR may request a deposit from the parties to cover expected costs, including the neutral’s compensation. Once the matter concludes, Lexitas ADR will either bill the parties or provide a final accounting if a deposit was made.

Payment is due upon receipt of the invoice or final accounting.

If the matter continues for more than 30 days beyond the initial session, Lexitas ADR may issue an interim invoice in addition to a final bill at the conclusion of the case.