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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
In this podcast, JAMS neutrals John W. Hinchey, Esq., and Leslie King O’Neal discuss the evolution of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) within the construction space. Their conversation starts with sharing their...more
The initial demand was astronomical. Liability was razor thin. But, after three grueling hours, just as the marshals began to roust the public from the courthouse, counsel finally agreed upon a number. With three simple...more
Many construction, development, and real estate purchase agreements provide for early mediation as a condition precedent to arbitration or court litigation. Early mediation sessions usually fail, only to be followed months...more
The movie “Annie Hall,” through the clever use of subtitles, illustrated clearly that, where matters of the heart are concerned, what one says is not what one means. A successful mediator understands this trope holds true...more
Considered as a cheaper, quicker and less stressful mode of dispute resolution, alternative dispute resolution (“ADR”) is no longer seen as an “alternative”, and indeed has been re-named “NDR” (negotiated dispute resolution)...more
Preparing to mediate your employment case? You’ll want to take the process as seriously as you would preparing for a trial, but there are some very real differences between trial preparation and mediation preparation....more
While nearly any type of lawsuit or issue can be addressed at mediation, certain types of cases are even more well-suited to mediation or other forms of alternative dispute resolution. Nursing home claims and lawsuits are a...more
When’s the best time to mediate a dispute? What do mediators wish that attorneys did more of, or less of, during mediation? What would lawyers like to mediators to do more of?...more
At a national conference I spoke at earlier this week, one of the other presenters was Anne Marie O’Brien of Smith Pauley LLP, a very experienced litigator and mediator working out of Omaha, Nebraska. During her talk, she...more
Back in 2015, as a summer associate, I first encountered a vague, ambiguous dispute resolution clause which stated...more
The dispute resolution field has seen significant growth in the last 20 years. While most of the practitioners of mediation, arbitration, and collaborative law are attorneys and retired judges, other alternative dispute...more
The overarching purpose for scheduling mediation is to get a case settled, so guiding parties toward a resolution at mediation is every mediator’s primary goal. With motivated parties and a skilled neutral, a high percentage...more
Today, lawyers are turning to mediation more frequently than ever before. Mediation offers a number of benefits, including the opportunity for parties to be heard; a chance to save time and money and avoid the costs of...more
While people’s definitions of mediation may vary, the underlying purpose of mediation is simple: to resolve the dispute between the parties. That is, to settle the case. That means that as a mediator, you’re being paid to...more
Legal disputes are rife with emotions. It doesn’t matter if the parties are arguing over a property line, a business contract, or responsibility and compensation for personal injury or property damage. When these cases are...more
In a 2014 TED Talk “The Power of Listening,” William Ury posed a simple question that is fundamental to negotiation and all human interaction, “if a person speaks … and no one listens, is that really communication?”1 He...more
Negotiating a settlement in a case with many defendants can be challenging. Each case includes different personalities and legal issues, making a one-size-fits-all negotiation strategy impossible. Finding a creative,...more