Connecticut Request for Judicial Alternative Dispute Resolution (J-ADR) is a voluntary process for resolving civil disputes without going to court. The J-ADR program is administered by the Connecticut Judicial Branch and is available to parties involved in a civil dispute who are willing to explore alternatives to a court trial. The process is confidential and consists of a neutral third party, typically an attorney or retired judge, who helps facilitate a settlement agreement between the parties. The Connecticut Request for Judicial Alternative Dispute Resolution includes three types of ADR: Mediation, Neutral Evaluation, and Arbitration. Mediation is a facilitative process in which a neutral third party assists the parties in reaching a mutually acceptable agreement. Neutral Evaluation is a process in which a neutral third party provides an impartial evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of each party's case. Arbitration is a process in which a neutral third party or panel of parties renders a binding decision on the dispute.