Considers the benefits of the methods of dispute resolution used by the recently formed Centre for Dispute Resolution. Examines the CEDR′s techniques of mini‐trials and mediation, the reasons why negotiations fail, the features of ADR, the types of disputes that can be solved by ADR, salient features of CEDR, suitable mediators, ADR abroad, and model clauses. Concludes that while ADR cannot solve all disputes, the increase in use of ADR techniques cannot be restrained or ignored.