With the New Year always comes thoughts and discussion of New Year’s Resolutions. We take that turning of the new year as an opportunity ...

The most common two problems I've seen lawyers experience at mediation, both of which are avoidable, are not having the right people ther...

A frequent hurdle that I often see in mediations is the parties' willingness to give up too soon. Perhaps it is our society today, but we...

Few parties and fewer mediators encourage openings at mediations anymore. Why? Because everyone has experienced them done poorly, and the...

I often hear lawyers talking about mediators and their different styles. These discussions are puzzling to me. While everyone’s personali...

Regardless of what restrictions may be applicable, more parties are and will be attempting mediation by video conference. The same is tru...

Going from the Bench to the Bar is an adjustment. Becoming a mediator is a transition as well. Like transitioning back to practice, under...

Prepare yourself and your client for mediation. There are things that attorneys should do to prepare for mediation, but you should also r...

How should I select a mediator? Look for someone whose experience and expertise will give you the best chance of resolving your dispute. ...