Mediation and arbitration are two alternative dispute resolution processes available through the courts. How Do I Start the Mediation Process?The arbitration hearing shall be held within 120 days of the date of the pre- hearing conference. (2) Written and oral testimony. Parr Brown represents clients in arbitration, mediation and other alternative dispute resolution. Under subsection Section 5(p) of this plan, the parties may provide in the final arbitration agreement that the arbitration award be final and binding.