Alternative Dispute Resolution Law is commonly referred to as simply ADR. It used to include only commercial disputes but has grown immensely over the past several years. ADR is a means of settling disputes outside of the courtroom. Arbitrators and mediators have an important role in resolving disputes. ADR typically includes arbitration, mediation, early neutral evaluation, and conciliation. Arbitration is a simplified version of a trial involving limited discovery and simplified rules of evidence. With the caseloads of the courts across the country, Alternative Dispute Resolution Law is gaining interest and momentum. ADR is typically less expensive than the typical court case as well so there is consideration for moving more types of cases into the ADR field. With ADR, both sides decide on one arbitrator or each decides on their own and the third is chosen by the first two. They deliberate several hours a day and it normally takes anywhere from 2 days to a week to settle. The panel then deliberates and issues a written decision, or arbitral award. Unlike court cases, opinions of the panel in ADR are not public record. Many law schools also offer ADR and are usually students overseen by law professors.