Keynote Presentation
Threats to Mediation Confidentiality Post Girardi – How Mediators can Better Protect the Parties’ Process and the Mediator’s Practice
Has the process of mediation gone “off the rails?” Has public confidence in mediation been eroded by recent events? Is there a need for regulation or would better efforts at self-governance serve the profession and the public well? This panel, comprised of recognized ADR industry experts and thought leaders, will propose discrete measures that the […]
Misunderstood Minds: Inclusivity in Practice
Confusion, non-responsiveness, yelling, repetition…these behaviors (and more) can be misinterpreted as a client just being “difficult” but what if these behaviors actually signaled something else? Client behavior in mediation could be communicating an unmet need that impacts information access. Attuning to these needs work to provide full access to the process. Join us for a […]
Mediation in Arts-Related Conflicts; Building Bridges Through Creative Dialogue
Conflict in the arts industry impacts artists, institutions, and stakeholders in various ways. This workshop explores mediation strategies to address arts-related conflicts, from artifact repatriation to day-to-day challenges. Objectives include deepening understanding, introducing mediation techniques, developing practical skills, and fostering peer learning. The workshop structure includes an interactive session, group discussions, and hands-on exercises covering […]
How to Turn Gladiators Into Peacemakers
In order for a mediation to be successful and effective, each party must understand the difference between litigation and mediation and shift from a gladiator/winning mindset to a peacemaker/problem-solving mindset. While mediators play an important role in creating an environment that encourages collaboration and creative problem solving, many clients lack the tools to communicate effectively, […]
How Do I Get Started? A Step-By-Step Guide for New Practitioners
Many new practitioners start by taking training to build mediation skills. But then what? Most have never had to set up or run the business of delivering professional services. Three speakers will provide step-by-step guidance on what to do after the training course: 1) Setting up a practice starts with a legal entity, getting an […]
Early Dispute Resolution: How to Start It, How to Make it Work, and How our Stories and Language Makes All the Difference in the World
Over the years, there has been a lot of talk about early dispute resolution. Since statistically 98% of all litigated cases will resolve without a trial, it seems like a “no-brainer” to discuss settlement EARLY and BEFORE the expenditure of unnecessary time and expense in the pre-trial process. But that has NOT been the experience […]
All Roads Lead to Rome: Forging Your Own Path to a Career in Mediation
In this workshop, ARC and MCLA neutral and former Court Commissioner Anthony S. Khoury–a Straus LL.M. student, Community Mediator and former Child Welfare Administrator Cheryl Epps–a Straus MDR student, and Professor Sherri Sturgeon–a Straus MDR alumna, who’s also an Adjunct Faculty Coordinator for the Straus Mediation Clinic, will present three different paths to a career […]