Abstract: A method on a computer for providing litigation management is disclosed. The method includes receiving from a first party to a lawsuit at least one proposed action and logging a time and date of the proposed action. The method further includes sending a message to at least one opposing party in the law suit, wherein the message invites feedback from the at least one opposing party in accordance with a court rule. In one alternative, the method further includes receiving feedback from the at least one opposing party in the law suit, logging a time, a date and content of the feedback, determining whether the feedback complies with the court rule based on the time, date and content of the feedback, and recommending sanctions of the at least one opposing party if the feedback does not comply with the court rule.

Abstract: A web-enabled or on-line ADR method and system that permits businesses and litigants to engage in dispute resolution totally online. Unlike known online ADR methods summarized above which primarily engage in e-mail exchanges, the present invention provides ADR services through the use of customized video conferencing being integrated into the system to allow participation in the ADR process in real-time and face-to-face via video conferencing.