FAQs
What is the mediation process at Adams ADR?
When you request a mediation with one of our experts, our staff will promptly contact you to confirm the appointment date and time. Leading up to the mediation, our staff works to ensure you are comfortable and prepared, helping you find hotels, parking, and restaurants convenient to our downtown Macon location.
During the mediation process, our experts lead negotiations between the parties and encourage honest and open communication to reach a fair solution to the dispute. The mediator will not offer any legal, financial, or therapeutic advice to anyone involved in the process. Any information gathered during the mediation process is confidential.
Payment can be made once the mediation is concluded. If not, the mediator will submit a written invoice for services to the clients’ counsel, and the invoice will be due upon receipt. You can read our full guidelines and process here.
How do I request my mediation with Adams ADR?
You can request to schedule your mediation online with your preferred mediator. A member of our staff will then contact you to confirm the mediator’s availability and guide you through the next steps of the mediation process. You can also call 478-338-9142 to schedule a mediation.
If my preferred mediator is not available on my requested date, what are my options?
We have a large panel of expert mediators trained to handle your case. If your preferred mediator is not available on the date you require, the mediator you requested can refer you to another member of our panel. You can learn more about our panel of mediators here.
What amenities do you offer?
Adams ADR is a group dedicated to mediations. We have facilities exclusively designed for your comfort and convenience during the sometimes lengthy mediation process. Our mediation office features include:
- Breakout Rooms
- Computer Access
- Flat screen TV for presentations
- Large Conference Room
- Lounge Space
- Notary Services
- Office Equipment and Office Supplies
- PowerPoint Capabilities
- Refreshments
- Teleconferencing
- WIFI
What hotels & restaurants are available?
Our downtown Macon office is surrounded by excellent restaurants, hotels, and plentiful parking and handicap parking. We offer a catered lunch during our mediations, and our friendly staff will provide you recommendations for accomodations and restaurants.
Hotels
Bed & Breakfasts
Restaurants
- Bearfoot Tavern
468 2nd St, Macon, GA 31201 - Brasseire Circa
4420 Forsyth Rd, Macon, GA 31210 - Dovetail
543 Cherry Street Suite B, Macon, GA 31201 - Downtown Grill
562 Mulberry St Ln, Macon, GA 31201 - Kudzu Seafood Company
470 3rd St, Macon, GA 31201 - Ocmulgee Brewpub
484 2nd St, Macon, GA 31201 - Oliver’s Corner Bistro
496 2nd St, Macon, GA 31201 - Parish on Cherry
580 Cherry St, Macon, GA 31201 - Piedmont Brewery & Kitchen
450 3rd St, Macon, GA 31201 - Rookery
543 Cherry St, Macon, GA 31201 - Sang’s Thai Isaan Restaurant
401 Cherry St, Macon, GA 31201 - Tic Toc Room
408 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Macon, GA 31201
Learn more about our city by visiting the Macon-Bibb Convention & Visitors Bureau here.
Where is Adams ADR located? Where should I park?
We are conveniently located in historic downtown Macon, making us easily accessible by interstates and major highways from anywhere in Georgia.
502 Mulberry Street, Macon, GA 31201
Parking is available diagonally across the street in the Fickling parking garage. Be sure to use the QR Code (located near the elevator) to input your information BEFORE leaving the parking garage.
Do your mediators travel?
Yes! While we offer excellent spaces for mediations at our Macon office, our mediators will travel to meet at other locations. However, mediators may charge additional travel fees. Please call our office for additional information or to determine availability.
What are the rates and fees for mediation?
Hourly rates vary from mediator to mediator, and we do require minimum hourly charges. Each mediator’s rates are listed on their individual pages.
If you have a question that is not listed here, please feel free to contact us.
Phone – 478-338-9142
Email – admin@adamsADRservices.com
What is your cancellation policy?
There is no penalty if cancellation is made prior to 48 hours before the hearing date; however, a three-hour minimum hearing fee may be charged to the responsible party if cancellation is not within 48 hours of the hearing date, unless another mediation can be scheduled in place of the one being cancelled.