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Mediation Matters: The Art of Turning Conflict Into Conversation
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Episode One: Corporate Divorce – Preventing and Managing the Break-Up of a Business Partnership
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The Labor Law Insider: How Arbitrations Help Preserve Labor-Management Peace, Part I
Corporate Divorce – Preventing and Managing the Break-Up of a Business Partnership
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Work This Way: A Labor & Employment Law Podcast - Episode 2: Labor Dispute Mediations with Drew Rogers, Senior Federal Mediator with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Part 2
Life After Love Gone Wrong Podcast: Season 3, Episode 3 - Understanding the Role of Parent Coordinators
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Sending Up the Mediation Smoke Signal: Tools that Policyholders Have Available to Settle A Claim With A Recalcitrant Insurer
Identifying and Quantifying Government Contract Claims
I have worked on False Claims Act (FCA) cases throughout my career, and according to the U.S. Department of Justice, FCA cases have never been more popular than they are today....more
In an age of entertainment news, compressed narratives and rushed judgments, the late radio broadcaster Paul Harvey offers an unexpected master class for mediators, advocates and decision-makers. Long before “storytelling”...more
At a glance - On 4 November 2025, Singapore's Parliament passed the Workplace Fairness (Dispute Resolution) Bill, which establishes a dispute resolution framework for workplace discrimination claims. With this second...more
Anytime I have tried to negotiate anything, be it the purchase of a car or house or a truce with my wife or kids, I always wished I could read the other person’s mind. Wouldn’t it be great if we knew from the get-go how much...more
At least one member of a panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit said she was “troubled” by aspects of the Massachusetts Data Access Law—approved overwhelmingly by voters in a November 2020 ballot...more
Many of us learned our alphabet in elementary school, if not before. That same alphabet can apply to mediations. As a longtime mediator and former judge, I’d like to introduce you to the ABCs — and XYZs — or mediation. Read...more
No matter how carefully they’re handled, letting someone go can stir up a mix of emotions: anger, disappointment, embarrassment, and fear. It’s not just the employee, however, who feels the weight of the situation. For...more
Family law cases — from divorce to custody and property division — can be stressful and costly. However, most expensive problems are preventable. By staying organized, managing emotions, communicating clearly, and following...more
Contracts in Arizona Business: How to Draft, Enforce, and Resolve Disputes Before They Disrupt Your Operations - Contracts are the foundation of nearly every business relationship. From purchasing goods to exchanging...more
This is not an article about whether divorce is the right choice. For some people, it is. The more common problem is that the process can escalate quickly....more
In Washington State, when a public agency determines it needs to acquire property for a public project, the agency will work directly with the private property owner to negotiate a purchase price for the property rights...more
Mediation is common in divorce and family law matters. In some cases, courts order mediation. In others, the parties voluntarily agree to participate in an effort to resolve their case outside of court....more
Beginning January 1, 2026, California has a new mandatory statutory procedure governing private construction disputes, and failure to comply may give contractors the right to suspend work without penalty. The new law provides...more
One of the last things any general counsel wants is a notice of a lawsuit against their company. Many thoughts enter your mind, including what’s the lawsuit about? Are we liable? Who are the company’s witnesses? How much will...more
Sibling rivalry is a tale as old as time. In probate litigation, however, these emotional battles can eat away at a family’s precious legacy. That’s why a good estate plan needs to go beyond tax and investment planning...more
A recent Alberta Court of Appeal decision offers a clear reminder that in family property disputes, procedural risk can be just as determinative as the underlying legal issues. While the ruling arises from Alberta, its...more
Mediation is a proven means of resolving disputes efficiently and cost-effectively. Yet it is important to recognize that mediation takes time. Lawyers often tell me they think mediation doesn’t really get started until 3:00...more
As U.S. regulators confront the intersection of energy transition, emerging technology governance and large-scale infrastructure modernization, a cautionary example is emerging from Europe. The European Union’s (EU) most...more
Georgia personal injury practitioners are increasingly encountering settlement demands in non-motor vehicle tort cases that require the use of a “limited liability release” pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 33-24-41.1. This practice,...more
Owners and developers building in California must be aware of a new statute, CA Civil Code § 8850, which takes effect for contracts entered into, on, and after January 1, 2026. The statute will likely apply to most private...more
January resolutions often draw envy or eye-rolls. When we wait to make a change or challenge ourselves to set new expectations, we simply rationalize delay, using hope as an excuse. In a world overwhelmed by conflict,...more
As New Jersey real estate brokers and agents move through another competitive residential market cycle, disputes are still an unfortunate reality of doing business. ...more
If divorce law reflects the way people live, work, and plan their futures, then 2026 is shaping up to be a year of quieter strategy and longer-term thinking. The days of reactive decisions and splashy courtroom battles are...more
In life and business disputes are inevitable. Let’s focus on business disputes. Whether it’s a disagreement with a supplier, a conflict with an employee, or a legal battle with a competitor, these disputes can and do drain...more
If you’ve mediated a case in recent years, you’ve probably noticed a trend that parties are increasingly stating they want to skip the joint session and proceed straight to caucus. Originally published in Attorney at Law...more