NCDS provided much of the vision and inspiration for the expanding use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in the United States. Originally established in 1968 by the Ford and Rockefeller Foundations with the support of dispute settlement organizations, NCDS pioneered the use of negotiation, mediation and arbitration procedures to resolve community and public sector disputes.

In the late 60's, in the wake of the riots which shook many of our cities, NCDS helped establish dialogue and mediated the negotiations between community teams and political and law enforcement groups in cities such as Los Angeles, Chicago, Rochester, Newark, and New Orleans. Throughout the 70's and 80's, NCDS helped to train public sector unions, employers, and neutrals in negotiation and mediation following the passage of public employee collective bargaining laws.

Today, a rechartered and revitalized NCDS has built upon this rich legacy and expanded our expertise in dispute resolution and problem-solving approaches.

	NCDS has developed and presented innovative programs to effectively train thousands of arbitrators.
	Through the expertise and quality of its panel of neutrals (arbitrators and mediators), NCDS is recognized as a superior provider of conflict resolution services in a variety of fields.
	Third party administrator (TPA) providing case management & administrative services, including dispute settlement training, to help automotive manufacturers and their customers resolve disputes that arise under the warranties provided for new vehicles.
	We have developed a reputation among our clients as being experts in dispute resolution training, system design, and State Lemon Law compliance.

We thank you for visiting NCDS Online and stand ready to put our 35 years of experience to work for you.

Sincerely,

Lester B. Wolff
CEO