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Pullman & Comley, LLC

Preparing to Fail at Mediation May Be the Best Way to Succeed

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Every good attorney knows the best way to prepare for a mediation. Marshal the facts. Master the law. Hone your presentation. Employ compelling visual aids. Anticipate the opposition and craft effective counters. ...more

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Mediation and Early Settlement of Disputes – The Expert’s Role

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The early settlement of disputes and mediation was a recurring topic throughout London International Disputes Week (LIDW). Featured on several panel discussions and raised in Q&A, this topic brought into sharp focus the role...more

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Dr. Anton Maurer’s Guide to the Minefields of the Public Policy Exception to the Enforcement of International Arbitral Awards

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Dr. Anton Maurer’s career as an international lawyer in or with respect to more than 65 countries has led to his recognition as a trusted neutral in jurisdictions such as China, Switzerland, India, England, Brazil, Korea,...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

Moving Toward Resolution: The Importance of Systems for Mediators

In a world grappling with the aftermath of COVID-19, the landscape of dispute resolution has undergone profound changes. As a mediator with Miles Mediation & Arbitration and the founder of FourthParty, a technology platform...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

Pre-Mediation and Initial Caucus Strategies for a Successful Mediation

A successful mediation hinges not only on the mediator’s skill during the mediation session but also on preparation and work with counsel beforehand. Effective pre-mediation strategies are crucial in laying the groundwork for...more

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Judge Clifton Newman's Impactful Legal Career and Transition to JAMS

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Although Judge Clifton Newman has served 24 years on the South Carolina Circuit Court, most of the country knows him best as the judge who presided over the criminal trial of Richard Alexander Murdaugh last year. During the...more

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[PODCAST] Smart Mediation Strategies: A Discussion With Judge Nancy Allf and Kim Keenan on Maximizing Legal Outcomes

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In this podcast, JAMS neutrals Judge Nancy L. Allf (Ret.) and Kim M. Keenan, Esq., discuss how attorneys can maximize mediation. The conversation centers on the importance of thoughtfulness and strategy in mediation, with...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

The Case for Mediating Estate Disputes: An Option for Probate Attorneys to Consider

If you’ve ever served as an executor, you may already know how complicated, stressful, and time-consuming the process can be. In fact, according to a recent study, the average estate takes the executor about 570 hours to...more

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Five of the Most Common Construction Disputes that Require Construction Lawyers

Construction projects are often complex endeavors involving multiple parties, intricate contracts, and significant investments. Despite meticulous planning, disputes can arise, posing challenges that require legal expertise...more

NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation)

[Webinar] The Importance of Legal Ethics and the Mediation Process - September 10th, 1:00 pm ET

The use of Alternative Dispute Resolution, particularly in the area of mediation, has grown dramatically in the past ten years. However, it is a process with which many counsel are unfamiliar. Judge Scheinkman will discuss...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Three often overlooked keys for a successful mediation

“Millions for defense, but not one cent for tribute.” That slogan became a rallying cry for Federalists during the XYZ Affair in 1798. Way back then, France and England were at war. What a surprise. The fledgling United...more

Cranfill Sumner LLP

No Second Bite at the Arbitration Apple: How the Fourth Circuit Appeals Court Steadfastly Affirms the Recognition & Enforcement of...

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Companies that are successfully expanding their business beyond the United States or aiming to grow their business globally may find that understanding the world of international arbitration can be a valuable tool for...more

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ADR as a Practical Alternative to Litigation

The traditional approach to resolving legal disagreements through courtroom litigation often proves to be lengthy, costly, and stressful for everyone involved. As a result, many practitioners are now utilizing alternative...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Mistake No. 5 of the Top 10 Horrible, No-Good Mistakes Construction Lawyers Make: Being a Jerk to Opposing Counsel

I have practiced law for 40 years with the vast majority as a “construction” lawyer. I have seen great… and bad… construction lawyering, both when representing a party and when serving over 300 times as a mediator or...more

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Embracing eDiscovery: Essential Knowledge for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Court-Appointed Neutrals

In recent years, the landscape of dispute resolution has undergone a significant transformation, with a notable rise in arbitration and mediation as preferred methods for resolving conflicts. According to Morris, Manning &...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Mediation in Divorce: What to Expect

Many people going through divorce wish they could “just mediate” their case. The good news is that several counties in Washington state, including King and Snohomish County, require that spouses engage in “alternative...more

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Agreeing to Disagree: The Complex World of Business Disputes

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Business disputes are widely accepted as part of the cost of doing business. As businesses grapple with the high cost and resource-sapping nature of disputes, many are increasingly turning to alternative dispute resolution...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

Preparing For Mediation Success: The Three Elements of Pre-Mediation Planning 

Would you go to trial without preparing? Of course, you wouldn’t. As the old saying goes: “failing to prepare is preparing to fail.” The same can be said for mediation. Failing to prepare for mediation will make mediation...more

Stoel Rives LLP

What to Consider When Analyzing Dispute Resolution Provisions

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Many owners, contractors, and design professionals take a “boilerplate” approach to dispute resolution provisions and don’t consider the risks specific to the project at issue. Parties also often wait until an actual dispute...more

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[PODCAST] Getting to Know the Florida ADR Market: Vibrancy, Tenacity and Growth in Miami

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In this podcast, JAMS neutrals Mercedes Armas Bach, Retired Judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Florida, and Scott J. Silverman, Retired Judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Florida, discuss the growth and evolution of the ADR market in...more

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Mediation and the Infamous Orange Story

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Imagine you are a parent. You have a son and a daughter, and they are fighting vociferously over the last remaining orange in the kitchen. The thoughtful parent that you are, you stop and quickly consider your options: You...more

Bennett Jones LLP

Court of King's Bench of Alberta Indefinitely Suspends Judicial Dispute Resolution—What’s Next?

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The Alberta Rules of Court require parties to an action before the Alberta Court of King’s Bench to participate in some form of alternate dispute resolution process before they can attend trial....more

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AI and Arbitration: Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center Publishes First Guidelines on AI

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is an emerging technology with the potential to effect profound changes in all areas of society, including dispute resolution. As the business world increasingly confronts applications of this...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Mistake No. 3 of the Top 10 Horrible, No-Good Mistakes Construction Lawyers Make: Failing to Perform Due Diligence on Potential...

I have practiced law for 40 years, with the vast majority as a “construction” lawyer. I have seen great… and bad construction lawyering, both when on the other side of a dispute, as well as when serving over 300 times as a...more

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AI Reporter - May 2024

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The use of AI in the justice system and dispute resolution has become a significant topic of conversation. This suggests the first real legal limits on the technology may come from the courts instead of legislation. In one...more

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