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A modest proposal

By: Contributor(s): Series: Solicitors' Journal ; 20 September 2002, 819-821(3)Publication details: 2002Subject(s): Summary: Examines cost-effective ways to promote alternative dispute resolution (ADR) for small claims. Makes three proposals: increasing the small claims jurisdiction to £10 000; introducing a straight percentage contingency fee; and encouraging judges to select cases for mediation. Includes opinions from four experts on the pros and cons of these proposals.

Examines cost-effective ways to promote alternative dispute resolution (ADR) for small claims. Makes three proposals: increasing the small claims jurisdiction to £10 000; introducing a straight percentage contingency fee; and encouraging judges to select cases for mediation. Includes opinions from four experts on the pros and cons of these proposals.