Early Neutral Evaluation ENE

Early Neutral Evaluation (ENE) is a process where parties in a dispute present their case to a neutral evaluator who assesses strengths, weaknesses, and likely outcomes. It occurs early in litigation, aiding parties in understanding their case’s merits, risks, and potential settlement terms. The evaluator provides non-binding opinions, guiding parties toward informed decisions, facilitating settlements, or streamlining further litigation. ENE encourages early resolution, saving time, costs, and court resources.