Mediation

Beware the “Hallelujah!” mediator

Accepting a mediator without understanding their training, experience, style and methodology can cause you to lose control of your case

Mediation: It’s all about timing

An appealing prospect when you receive defendant’s notice of appeal

Can it help or hinder a settlement?

From Issue: 2019 March

For years, there has been a concern that mediation disserves parties who are powerless and disadvantages members of society. Is it changing?

Less can be more when a faster settlement produces a more satisfied client

Every hour wasted in discovery wars is an hour that could have been better spent on more productive activities

From Issue: 2011 June

Appellate Court leads the way in successful settlement conference programs

Can learning to meditate really help you professionally? According to this attorney guru, your new outlook on a dispute may be just an “OM” away

From Issue: 2011 May

Attorneys are often stymied when deciding what approach to use in mediation

Making your case stand out to the other side, and what to do when they ask you to dance

A former president of ABOTA, now a full-time mediator, offers an outline of practical steps to fruitful mediation