Ten ways to settle your case quickly and reasonably

A defense attorney suggests that your client may benefit if you cooperate with defense counsel

2010 October

Stilettos, trials and baby bottles

What’s the difference between being a female trial attorney and mom versus being a male trial attorney and dad?

2014 February

Dressing your client for success at deposition and trial

“You never get a second chance to make a first impression”

2017 January

Stilettos in mediation

New mediator and former defense counsel on “the art of successful mediation”

2019 April

What I learned at Harvard

The mediation program offers mediators the eye-opening opportunity to role play as plaintiffs and defendants

2019 August

Pants are optional and forget stilettos

How to “stage” your client for Zoom mediations, from what to wear to background settings to lighting

2020 August

Top ten tips for slaying it in Zoom mediation

While the same rules apply as with in-person mediation, there are nuances to be aware of

2021 September

Get visual

Your clients and experts are some of your “exhibits” so dress them appropriately; and other thoughts on how to make simple, inexpensive exhibits come alive at trial

2022 January

Common situations that can slow down or end your mediation

2023 June

Should you mediate a policy-limits case?

Also: Pushing back on mediation confidentiality clauses

2023 July

Mediating mass-action cases

A mediator in mass actions must balance logistical coordination, legal complexity and, often, intense emotions

2025 September