Gaslowitz Frankel is proud to announce that Robert Port has been selected to the American Arbitration Association – International Centre For Dispute Resolution’s (AAA-ICDR) Commercial Arbitration Panel, which offers alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services in the U.S as well as abroad. This distinguished appointment is a testament to Mr. Port’s extensive experience and Gaslowitz Frankel’s ongoing commitment supporting ADR for the most complex fiduciary, business, and securities disputes. For our valued referral partners, this further solidifies our ability to offer the legal and business community strategic and highly efficient pathways to resolution.
The AAA-ICDR’s panel is comprised of accomplished professionals renowned for their qualifications, expertise, and skill in resolving conflicts fairly and efficiently through arbitration, mediation, and other ADR methods. Mr. Port’s inclusion on this esteemed panel underscores his recognized leadership and deep understanding within the legal community.
“The complexities inherent in commercial and fiduciary disputes demand not only a deep understanding of the law but also a nuanced approach to their resolution,” notes Robert C. Port. “Being selected to the AAA-ICDR Commercial Arbitration Panel provides an opportunity to apply decades of experience in a forum designed for focused, efficient, and expert-driven dispute resolution, ultimately serving the best interests of all parties involved.”
Commercial arbitration offers compelling advantages in intricate disputes, providing a streamlined, confidential, and often more cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation. Arbitrators selected to serve on the AAA-ICDR panel possess specialized knowledge, allowing for quicker comprehension of complex technical or financial issues and leading to more focused arguments and informed decisions. This is particularly beneficial in high-stakes scenarios such as trust and estate disputes, business dissolutions, shareholder conflicts, or complex securities matters.
Mr. Port’s distinguished background as a business litigation attorney, coupled with his extensive experience in fiduciary disputes involving wills, trusts, estates, guardianships, and securities, makes him an ideal addition to the AAA-ICDR Commercial Arbitration Panel. His proven ability to dissect intricate financial transactions and present compelling legal arguments is invaluable in this role.
For our referral audiences—including banks, trust attorneys, family law practitioners, estate planning attorneys, and wealth managers—Mr. Port’s appointment significantly enhances the comprehensive solutions available through Gaslowitz Frankel. Access to a firm with a recognized AAA-ICDR panel member provides a distinct advantage for their clients facing intractable disputes. It reassures them that their matters will be handled with the utmost professionalism, specialized knowledge, and discretion, especially when sensitive financial or family matters are involved.
“Our commitment extends beyond litigation to encompass the full spectrum of dispute resolution,” comments Adam R. Gaslowitz, a founding partner of Gaslowitz Frankel. “We understand that for many businesses and individuals involved in disputes involving potentially sensitive and confidential matters, the goal is not just a legal victory but a resolution that aligns with their broader objectives for efficiency and privacy. Arbitration, especially with an expert panel, offers a compelling avenue for achieving that.”
Fiduciary disputes, often fraught with emotional complexity and significant financial implications, can benefit immensely from the structured, confidential environment of arbitration. An arbitrator with specific expertise, like Port’s in trust and estate litigation or complex financial matters, can navigate allegations of self-dealing or asset mismanagement more effectively, leading to more equitable and efficient outcomes.
Gaslowitz Frankel’s commitment to strategic resolution is further solidified by Mr. Port’s role on the AAA-ICDR panel. Our attorneys are adept at guiding clients through mediation, arbitration, and collaborative law processes, always seeking the most favorable and strategic outcome.
“In the realm of fiduciary and commercial disputes, providing effective counsel involves recognizing when a strategic pivot from traditional litigation to alternative resolution methods can yield superior results,” adds Gaslowitz. “Our firm prides itself on identifying these opportunities and guiding our clients toward solutions that address both the financial and emotional dimensions of their challenges.”
The attorneys of Gaslowitz Frankel have years of expertise in handling the complex issues surrounding will, trust, estate, business, and securities disputes. For trusted estate law and fiduciary legal guidance, consult with the attorneys of Gaslowitz Frankel.
