Alternative Dispute Resolution is a mechanism by which different types of legal disputes are resolved through out-of-court processes like arbitration, and mediation as an alternative to civil litigation. ADR methods can be effective in reducing the time, money, and adversarial nature associated with traditional court-based proceedings.
Ulen is a city in Clay County, Minnesota, United States, along the South Branch of the Wild Rice River. The population was 532 at the 2000 census. Near this small community, what is believed to be an authentic Viking sword was found in a field. The sword is currently on display in a museum. See Ulen sword for more detailed information.