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Pre-Litigation Mediation: Why it Helps?

Pre-Litigation Mediation: Why it Helps?

  If you're in a disagreement, fixing it without going to court might seem strange. But fewer civil cases actually go to trial nowadays, with most issues resolved through something called alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Although it may be court-required,...

Foreclosure Mediation Services for Homeowners

Foreclosure Mediation Services is, perhaps, one of the least known mediation services that the Dispute Resolution Center of King County provides. We started providing foreclosure mediations soon after the WA state legislature passed the Foreclosure Fairness Act in...

Community Partner of the Year Award

Community Partner of the Year Award

In January, the Dispute Resolution Center of King County was proud to receive the 2023 Community Partner of the Year Award, along with Solid Ground, from the Eastside Legal Assistance Program. When members of the three organizations gathered together, it was a...

Helpful Tips for Solving Conflict

If you have ever had a conflict - and who hasn't? - you probably have wondered how you could make it easier. Whether you are fighting with your spouse, a co-worker, or a neighbor, there are some helpful tips for solving conflict and coming up with a solution. Slow...

What is mediation?

Picture this. You are having a disagreement with your neighbor about noise levels, and you mention it to your cousin in a phone call. After listening to the details of the argument, your cousin suggests that you need to go to mediation. Great...but what is mediation?...

CoRE Registration Now Open

CoRE Registration Now Open

We are excited to announce: CoRE registration now open for King County residents. Everyone can improve their conflict resolution skills in this new culturally forward training. Sign up today! CoRE Registration Form You can learn more about Conflict Resolution for...

Community-Focused Conflict Training is CoRE

Community-focused conflict training is core to creating a better civil society, and we are ready to launch a new training that will make King County better. This last year, with the help of funding we received directly from the Washington State Legislature, we took...

VISTA – The Voluntary Initiative for Stable Tenancy and Affordability

VISTA – The Voluntary Initiative for Stable Tenancy and Affordability

The Dispute Resolution Center of King County is excited to announce the launch of a new program to help stabilize rental housing throughout King County. The Voluntary Initiative for Stable Tenancy and Affordability (VISTA) is an alternative to court proceedings that...