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Michael Hawash is a veteran trial lawyer with extensive experience in litigation, mediation, arbitration, and early dispute resolution. His distinguished legal career, which spans more than three decades, involves representing both plaintiffs and defendants across various business sectors and industries. His practice areas include construction, insurance claims and coverage, bad faith, professional malpractice, breach of contract, deceptive trade practices, and other high-stakes business disputes. Fully credentialed to practice in all Texas federal and state courts, Michael also has the privilege of pro hac vice admission in numerous other states.
Michael excels in alternative dispute resolution. He is adept at steering parties towards solutions that are both cost-effective and time-efficient, utilizing traditional and dynamic mediation techniques as well as the early dispute resolution protocols of the EDR Institute.
Insurance Disputes
Personal Infjury
Business Disputes
Professional Malpractice
Construction Disputes
Deceptive Trade Practices
Mr. Hawash has over 30 years of experience as a litigator and trial attorney placing him in an ideal position to assist parties in finding a resolution to their dispute.
Early Dispute Resolution or EDR is a new form of dynamic mediation that seeks to resolve disputes in weeks, not months or years. Mr. Hawash is the first Texas mediator certified by the EDR Institute as a trained EDR neutral. To find out more about EDR, go to www.TexasEDR.com
When disputes arise, parties can often find themselves in a never-ending cycle of conflict, resulting in mounting legal fees, emotional stress, and potential damage to their relationships. Mediation offers a unique opportunity to resolve disputes in a collaborative and constructive way, without the need for lengthy court proceedings. Mediation has become an increasingly popular method of conflict resolution, and for good reason.
At the heart of any successful mediation is the willingness of all parties to consider alternative perspectives and approaches. When parties arrive at mediation, they may feel like their positions are set in stone and that they are in a win-lose situation. However, this mindset is often counterproductive to reaching a resolution. Mediation is not about winning or losing; it’s about finding a solution that works for all parties involved.
Mediation is a collaborative approach to dispute resolution that allows parties to work together to reach a mutually agreeable solution. The process is facilitated by a neutral third party, the mediator, who helps parties communicate effectively, identify the underlying issues, and explore potential solutions. The mediator does not make decisions for the parties, but rather helps them find common ground and reach an agreement that is in their best interests.
One of the key benefits of mediation is that it allows parties to avoid the time, expense, and uncertainty of going to the courthouse. In a court setting, a judge and jury will make the final decisions, with one party likely coming out as the winner and the other as the loser. However, in mediation, parties have the opportunity to work together to find a resolution that works for both sides. This can lead to a more satisfactory outcome for all parties involved.
One of the biggest challenges of mediation is overcoming fixed positions. Parties often arrive at mediation with a firm view of their positions, but it is very rarely the case that one party “wins” a mediation. To reach a resolution, all parties must be willing to consider factual and legal arguments that attack their positions and the possibility that their positions might not prevail in a trial. This can be a difficult and uncomfortable process, but it is essential to achieving a successful mediation outcome.
Finally, mediation is a process that builds relationships. Unlike court proceedings, mediation allows parties to work together in a non-adversarial setting. By working together to find a solution, parties can often reach a better understanding of each other’s perspectives and build trust and respect. This can be particularly beneficial for commercial parties who may continue to have a business relationship after the dispute has been resolved, such as companies involved in ongoing contracts or projects.
In conclusion, mediation offers a collaborative, constructive, and cost-effective approach to dispute resolution. By focusing on finding a solution that works for all parties involved, rather than on winning or losing, mediation can lead to more satisfactory outcomes and stronger relationships. If you are facing a dispute, consider Hawash Houston Mediation as a viable option for resolving it.
