Resolving Through Discussion Without Fighting in Court. What is the Unknown Dispute Resolution Method 'ADR'?—'Resolve through Discussion!? What in the World is ADR?' Now on Sale at Bookstores Nationwide.
A new book 'Resolve through Discussion!? What in the World is ADR?' by Shigekatsu Takakuma has been released. It explores the potential of ADR, a win-win dispute resolution method outside of court.
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Do not complicate disputes!
The power of discussion you should know before going to court.
[Image: 'Resolve through Discussion!? What in the World is ADR?' (Author: Shigekatsu Takakuma)]
About this Book
In Japan, "trials" have naturally been assumed as the means of resolving disputes and troubles.
But is that really the only option?
This book sheds light on a system called "Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)," which is not well-known domestically, and explains its meaning and possibilities.
ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) is a method positioned as an alternative or parallel to trials for resolving disputes. It emphasizes reaching a solution that both parties are satisfied with through discussion, aiming not for "winning or losing" but for a "win-win solution" where both sides agree.
A particularly noteworthy point is that ADR is a resolution method that emphasizes "emotional satisfaction."
While legal resolutions are strong in material and formal aspects, ADR stays close to the emotions and backgrounds of the parties involved. This exerts great power, especially in problems close to daily life, such as family troubles, workplace conflicts, and contractual disputes.
What is justice?
What constitutes a "resolution"?
This book does not merely introduce ADR as a system, but it is a book that strongly raises issues to let every citizen know that "there are options other than a trial."
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: What is a Dispute?
Chapter 2: Existentialism
Chapter 3: Public Mediation and Litigation
Chapter 4: Concepts of Primary and Subsequent Existence
Chapter 5: What is ADR?
Chapter 6: Japan's Unique ADR Law
Chapter 7: The Reality of ADR in Foreign Countries
Chapter 8: Judicial ADR, Administrative ADR, and Private ADR
Chapter 9: Techniques in the "Procedural Expertise" of ADR
Chapter 10: Changes in Japan's Social Conditions, the Legal World, and ADR
Chapter 11: What I am Thinking Now After Watching an NHK Morning Drama
Author Profile
Shigekatsu Takakuma
Born in Amagasaki City, Hyogo Prefecture in 1939.
After graduating from university, he joined the special sales department of a famous home appliance manufacturer, where he frequently contacted top executives of department stores in the Kansai region (at the time, department stores were considered an indicator of Japan's economic situation) and major companies, receiving various inspirations from them.
After retiring from the company, he joined the Administrative Scrivener's Association, which he felt was the closest to ordinary people civilly among all professional practices. He worked primarily on ADR within the association.
Served as the chairman of the Kinki District Relevant Professionals ADR Representatives Meeting (2 prefectures and 4 counties) for 6 years, member of the Comprehensive Dispute Resolution Center Operation Committee (Public Interest Incorporated Association), member of the Pension Record Confirmation Third-Party Committee (six Kinki prefectures and Fukui Prefecture), member of the Arbitration and ADR Law Society, etc.
Book Information
"Resolve through Discussion!? What in the World is ADR?"
Author: Shigekatsu Takakuma
The power of discussion you should know before going to court.
[Image: 'Resolve through Discussion!? What in the World is ADR?' (Author: Shigekatsu Takakuma)]
About this Book
In Japan, "trials" have naturally been assumed as the means of resolving disputes and troubles.
But is that really the only option?
This book sheds light on a system called "Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)," which is not well-known domestically, and explains its meaning and possibilities.
ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) is a method positioned as an alternative or parallel to trials for resolving disputes. It emphasizes reaching a solution that both parties are satisfied with through discussion, aiming not for "winning or losing" but for a "win-win solution" where both sides agree.
A particularly noteworthy point is that ADR is a resolution method that emphasizes "emotional satisfaction."
While legal resolutions are strong in material and formal aspects, ADR stays close to the emotions and backgrounds of the parties involved. This exerts great power, especially in problems close to daily life, such as family troubles, workplace conflicts, and contractual disputes.
What is justice?
What constitutes a "resolution"?
This book does not merely introduce ADR as a system, but it is a book that strongly raises issues to let every citizen know that "there are options other than a trial."
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: What is a Dispute?
Chapter 2: Existentialism
Chapter 3: Public Mediation and Litigation
Chapter 4: Concepts of Primary and Subsequent Existence
Chapter 5: What is ADR?
Chapter 6: Japan's Unique ADR Law
Chapter 7: The Reality of ADR in Foreign Countries
Chapter 8: Judicial ADR, Administrative ADR, and Private ADR
Chapter 9: Techniques in the "Procedural Expertise" of ADR
Chapter 10: Changes in Japan's Social Conditions, the Legal World, and ADR
Chapter 11: What I am Thinking Now After Watching an NHK Morning Drama
Author Profile
Shigekatsu Takakuma
Born in Amagasaki City, Hyogo Prefecture in 1939.
After graduating from university, he joined the special sales department of a famous home appliance manufacturer, where he frequently contacted top executives of department stores in the Kansai region (at the time, department stores were considered an indicator of Japan's economic situation) and major companies, receiving various inspirations from them.
After retiring from the company, he joined the Administrative Scrivener's Association, which he felt was the closest to ordinary people civilly among all professional practices. He worked primarily on ADR within the association.
Served as the chairman of the Kinki District Relevant Professionals ADR Representatives Meeting (2 prefectures and 4 counties) for 6 years, member of the Comprehensive Dispute Resolution Center Operation Committee (Public Interest Incorporated Association), member of the Pension Record Confirmation Third-Party Committee (six Kinki prefectures and Fukui Prefecture), member of the Arbitration and ADR Law Society, etc.
Book Information
"Resolve through Discussion!? What in the World is ADR?"
Author: Shigekatsu Takakuma