Conflict resolution is our primary focus, regardless of the services we are providing. We are committed to helping you resolve disputes:
- Humanely
- Affordably
- Quickly
We HAQ them, so you don’t have to spend your valuable time, hard-earned money, and precious energy in the courtroom. Those are better spent on what matters most to you:
- Time with your loved ones
- Your financial well-being
- Your business, career, and life goals
Although we have extensive litigation experience and a successful track record in court, the reality is that the vast majority of disagreements don’t require the stress, expense, and prolonged battle of a trial. Statistics show that approximately 95% of disputes can be resolved through alternative methods–methods that not only address the immediate conflict but also foster understanding and pave the way for a more positive future.
We offer several effective alternatives to court that are designed to empower you and achieve lasting resolutions:
Unlock Collaborative Solutions with Employment Mediation (In-Person or Online)
Whether an employment relationship is ongoing or has ended, our employment mediation services offer a powerful pathway to resolution. We understand that workplace conflicts can impact individuals, teams, and even entire professions. Our skilled mediators guide parties to move beyond blame and frustration, focusing instead on shared interests and future possibilities. Through a collaborative process, we help you co-create specific, measurable action plans that address the root causes of conflict and build a more productive and harmonious path forward.
Preserve Your Vision with Small Business Mediation
Too often, we’ve witnessed businesses with important missions dissolve due to internal disagreements. Disputes over ownership, responsibilities, and strategic direction can derail even the most innovative ventures. It’s not only financial troubles that end promising organizations.
Don’t let conflict extinguish the passion and hard work that built your business. Our small business mediation services help owners rediscover their common ground and build stronger foundations for the future. We facilitate productive conversations that lead to clear agreements, allowing you to refocus on your mission and achieve your goals.
We also have experience resolving disputes within cooperative apartment or common interest communities, helping them update governing documents to minimize future friction and foster positive living environments.
Foster Mutual Respect with Ethno-Religious Mediation
Facing complex ethno-religious dynamics in a globalized world? Employees often seek employer stances on sensitive issues, leading to potential conflict. Third Ear Conflict Resolution offers uniquely qualified mediation in this area.
Our founder, Nance L. Schick, holds certification from the International Center for Ethno-Religious Mediation (ICERM) and served as ICERM’s Main Representative to the United Nations. This direct experience navigating diverse cultures and beliefs allows her to provide neutral, respectful mediation that builds understanding and harmony. Nance’s competence is further demonstrated by her work in the Office of Compliance and Diversity at CUNY Queens College and in her Lawline courses, such as There Is No Hierarchy of Protected Classes.
Want to resolve your case out of court?
HAQ Your Workers’ Compensation Penalties
Receiving a Penalty Notice from the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board can be a demoralizing experience, especially when you thought you had been more than fair to your workers. From small and out-of-state businesses to domestic employers, we have resolved hundreds of WCB penalties for failing to secure or maintain mandatory insurance. We also have extensive experience with worker misclassification that resulted in the lack of insurance. In these cases, our penalty resolution process includes an analysis of your workforce structure and an action plan for reducing other employer risks.
Navigate Securities Disputes with FINRA Arbitration
Disputes within the securities industry require specialized knowledge and understanding of Financial Industry Regulatory Authority rules and procedures. Nance is a certified FINRA arbitrator with a special interest in employment-related disputes, such as the independent contractor versus employee relationship. She is available for FINRA arbitration in New York and Virginia.