Alternative Dispute Resolution

Austin Mediation Attorney and Arbitration Counsel

Not every dispute belongs in court. Mediation and arbitration often resolve matters faster, more privately, and at lower cost than litigation, when handled by counsel who understand both processes. Kinzy Law serves as advocate in mediation and arbitration proceedings, and Attorney Kyle Kinzy is a licensed Texas mediator. As an Austin mediation attorney and Texas arbitration counsel, we work both sides of the table.

Mediation

Mediation is a structured negotiation facilitated by a neutral mediator. The mediator does not decide the case; the parties decide. A skilled mediator helps each side understand the other’s position, identify what is actually at stake, and find a resolution both sides can accept. Mediation is confidential, faster than litigation, and often preserves business and family relationships that litigation would destroy.

Attorney Kinzy is a licensed Texas mediator and serves as a neutral in selected commercial, real estate, and family business disputes. We also represent parties in mediations led by other mediators, helping clients prepare effectively, present their position, and evaluate settlement options as they arise.

Arbitration

Arbitration is private dispute resolution before one or more arbitrators rather than a court. Many commercial contracts require arbitration, and even when they do not, parties sometimes choose arbitration for confidentiality, speed, or expertise. Arbitration awards are enforceable in court, and in international matters under the New York Convention. Many multi-national contracts agree to submit disputes to arbitration tribunals rather than risking their disputes to courts in one country or the other.

We represent businesses and individuals in arbitration proceedings, including matters involving tens of millions of dollars. Over Kyle’s career, this work has included U.S. arbitrations and an international arbitration based in Singapore. The skills overlap with litigation, but the procedural rules, evidentiary standards, and strategic considerations differ in arbitration, and effective representation requires understanding both the substance and the process.

Current Practice

Our active ADR work is selective. We are currently engaged on one mediation and one arbitration matter in Texas and accept additional matters where there is a good fit. We prefer commercial, real estate, business partnership, and franchise disputes where our cross-practice background adds value.

Cross-Border and International Disputes

International commercial disputes raise unique questions about governing law, language, cultural expectations, choice of forum, and enforcement. Our experience with arbitration in Singapore and with clients from more than 80 countries positions us to handle international ADR effectively, in coordination with foreign counsel where required.

When ADR Makes Sense

ADR usually makes sense when speed matters (court dockets are slow), when confidentiality matters (court records are public), when the relationship matters (mediation preserves relationships better than adversarial litigation), and when an expert decision-maker matters (arbitration lets you choose arbitrators with relevant industry expertise).

ADR is less useful when one party will not negotiate in good faith, when a court precedent is needed, when injunctive relief is required, or when the dispute involves issues that ADR processes cannot adequately address. We will tell you honestly which forum is best for your situation.

Considering mediation or arbitration, or facing a dispute that may belong outside of court? Schedule a consultation with our Texas mediation lawyer team.