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Miles Mediation & Arbitration

So, You Want to Be a Mediator: How to Start a Mediation Practice

I often joke that I decided to be a mediator when I realized that scripture says, “blessed are the peacemakers” and not “blessed are the litigators.” The truth, however, is that I wanted to be a mediator since the day I...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

Personality Types: Recognizing and Handling Six Different Types of Participants at Mediation

No two mediations are the same. Not only are the facts of each case different, but the litigants have different motivations, concerns and ways of presenting their thoughts and ideas. The goals and styles of presentation of...more

Ropes & Gray LLP

[Podcast] Real World; Real Problems—First Steps in Addressing Real Estate Partnership Disputes

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On this Ropes & Gray podcast, real estate investments and transactions partner David Kaye and counsel Pete Scherer are joined by litigation partner Andrew Todres to discuss one of the more taboo topics in real estate...more

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The Critical Role of Accurate Transcripts in Arbitration and Mediation Success

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Not all disputes require resolution by trial. In recent years, the cost savings, efficiency, and discretion afforded by arbitration and mediation have proved enticing to attorneys and clients alike. While the contents of...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

Master your Next Mediation: Advice for Attorneys

Crowded court dockets mean the interest in, and need for, alternative dispute resolution (ADR) continues to grow throughout Texas. How can you set the stage for successful mediation? When is the right time to mediate a...more

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Creative Ways to Avoid Litigation

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When disputes arise, parties very often go straight to filing a lawsuit. Sometimes, that tactic can be effective. However, it may not be so effective for those individuals or small businesses seeking to minimize costs. Costs...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

The Mediator as a Bridge

Years ago, the court appointed a wise and productive mediator who had been a country lawyer, a prosecutor, and a judge to a case of mine. I was an attorney, and my client was a seasoned and successful old farmer, who had sold...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Pre-Litigation Mediation, Is it For You?

In today’s complex litigation landscape, many individuals and businesses are turning to alternative methods to resolve disputes as a way to avoid the time, expense, and unpredictability of traditional lawsuit. Pre-litigation...more

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Perspective Matters: Lessons That Can Shape Outcomes

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What reframing artwork taught me about advocacy, perspective and the power of framing in ADR - My mother recently moved out of her home of nearly six decades. As you can well imagine, there were many belongings that needed...more

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[PODCAST] JAMS Neutrals Discuss How Austin’s Growth is Shaping Dispute Resolution - Understanding the Evolving Legal Landscape in...

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In this podcast, JAMS neutrals Tracy W. McCormack, Esq., and Karl Bayer discuss how the legal and business needs have evolved in Austin, Texas, as it remains one of the fastest growing cities in the country. To set the stage,...more

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Virginia Sees Surge in Civil Lawsuits in 2024: How to Avoid Collection and Eviction Litigation

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Civil lawsuit filings in Virginia's General District Courts increased more than 6% in 2024. The biggest increase? Warrants in debt (collection lawsuits) increased by 27%. A warrant in debt is a civil lawsuit to pursue...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

Managing Risk in a Risky World in Mediation

During mediation, the neutral speaks with the parties about their “litigation risk” to motivate them toward a resolution. What is “litigation risk” in today’s environment? Throughout the country, verdict values in...more

NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation)

Mediation Is an Effective Risk Management Strategy, but Be Thorough.

An old adage states, “The worst settlement is often better than the best trial, particularly for the losing party.” This was true in a recent upstate New York case where a jury awarded damages twenty times the realistic...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Tiered Dispute Resolution Clauses: Navigating Pitfalls in the U.S. and UK

Parties drafting a contract often see dispute resolution clauses as boilerplate formalities. Other times, a deal team will draft a clause without ever having to experience one tested in anger. A poorly worded clause can...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

Do We Have an Agreement? Don’t Forget the Terms!

A common definition of mediation is a process with an impartial neutral who assists the parties in resolving a dispute. In most civil litigation mediations, the goal is a final settlement agreement. Mediators conclude a...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

Walking a Minute in Your Adversary’s Shoes: Addressing The Issue of “Naïve Realism” at Mediation

By Glenn Hutchison and David Matthews   Conflict occurs when two parties have differing perspectives on a matter of importance and each of them believes that his or her own view is correct. As research has shown, humans...more

IR Global

ESG Litigation is Increasing – 3 Tips to Navigate Disputes

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The greentech industry is recognized as one of the key subsectors of the ESG investment world. Energy transition to renewables is the new industrial revolution. It is a global win-win-win for bolstered economic strength,...more

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Employment Law Now VIII-156 - The Art, Skill, and Strategy of Mediation

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Michael Schmidt is joined by Jason Marsili of Marsili Mediation to discuss the often over-looked art and skill involved with mediation, and the important considerations for employers when determining whether, when, and why to...more

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TortsCenter Podcast | Episode 7 | Fair Game: Diving into Sports ADR

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In this episode of the TortsCenter Podcast, hosts Carla Varriale-Barker and Courtney Dunn talk with independent arbitrator and mediator Danielle Menitove about the world of sports arbitration. As co-chairs of the NYSBA’s...more

JAMS

Multiparty Mediations: Strategies for Success

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Construction projects are often complex, involving many parties, materials and systems. Likewise, many construction-related disputes are complex because they involve multiple parties as well as complex technical and legal...more

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Five Tips for Making Better Use of Outside Counsel and Mediators

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Having served as a mediator for over 30 years, I have observed in-house counsel trying, with varying success, to manage outside counsel and others in the mediation process, including the neutral. Optimal results in mediation...more

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[Event] 28-Hour Civil Mediation Training - December 5th - 8th, Atlanta, GA

Want to launch or grow your mediation career? Develop your skills at a unique, in-person civil mediation training program developed and led by Joe Murphey, an experienced mediator who has mediated more than 3,000 cases. Rex...more

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

JAMS

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

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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