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CDRC has proven to be an effective voice for ADR in Sacramento.
Darrell Steinberg
Senate President pro Tem
CDRC is proving itself to be a welcome voice of reason in the all too often discordant halls of public policy
John Burton
Chair CA Democratic Party
I call on CDRC for its expertise and suggestions regarding ADR legislation.
Martha Escutia
Former Chair CA
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CDRC is a resource on ADR issues for new and returning members in the state Legislature.
Robert Pacheco
Former CA Assemblyman

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Here are answers to some commonly asked questions about the California Dispute Resolution Council, its constituency and members, and some of the ways the CDRC interacts with legislators and the courts.

There is also information here about Community ADR Programs. These are the  programs provide free or low cost dispute resolution services to the members of their communities. They have thrived under the Dispute Resolution Programs Act (DRPA).

The people who visit our site are generally knowledgeable about ADR.  But, if you are looking for introductory information about ADR, what it is, and why it is so important, we suggest you visit the California Judicial Council.  They offer a wealth of introductory information about ADR, and ADR relating to civil, family, and juvenile cases.