Hon. David G. Bernthal, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, published a column in the News-Gazette titled “Constitution Still has Everyday Relevance.” In celebration of Constitution Day, or Citizenship Day, on September 17th, Judge Bernthal’s column reminded the public of the importance of this holiday. “Freedom of religion, speech and the press […]
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Hon. Michael R. Panter (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, presented a seminar titled “Tips for an Effective Mediation” to AIG Insurance attorneys on Thursday, October 4th. “The AIG attorneys are committed to reaching fair and efficient resolution of their cases,” Judge Panter said. “They are open to hearing ideas and new thoughts […]
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Hon. Helaine L. Berger, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, participated in a panel on the merits of lawyer assisted mediations at the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) Annual Columbus Day Seminar for Experienced Matrimonial Lawyers. The presentation, titled “Lawyer Assisted Mediation – It Does Work…Just Not Always,” focused on alternative dispute […]
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ADR Systems’ Women’s Initiative Committee hosted its first Continuing Legal Education (CLE) event, titled “Gender, Diversity and Mediation,” on October 4th. The seminar was created to educate the legal community on gender, diversity and inclusion as it relates to mediation. The CLE featured three of ADR Systems’ senior mediators and arbitrators – Hon. Helaine L. […]
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Pre-mediation contact with the mediator and counsel can be an opportunity to discuss expectations in anticipation of the mediation. This contact may lower the risk of a surprise that could potentially impede a successful settlement effort. Hon. Richard J. Billik, Jr., (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, believes taking advantage of this contact […]
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Hon. Stuart A. Nudelman, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, will participate in the upcoming Claims and Litigation Management (CLM) Construction Conference. The session, titled “Making the Most of Mediation,” will cover pre-mediation positioning, opening sessions, statutory compromise offers and mediation preparation. The panel will also explore mediation do’s and don’ts by discussing […]
Read MoreHon. David G. Bernthal, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, reinforced the need for civilized discourse in a column for this month’s News-Gazette. The column, titled “Restoring Civility in Our Society,” builds on Judge Bernthal’s previous article about civility in the legal profession and examines the need for civility in society. “Sadly, I […]
Read MoreWhen Marc Becker founded ADR Systems more than 23 years ago, the concept of dispute resolution was unknown in the Chicago legal community. It’s different today. “Thinking about mediation, arbitration and other dispute resolution processes is necessary in the life of any case,” Marc said. “At some point, every case will be decided by a […]
Read MoreWe sat down with Hon. Clifford L. Meacham, (Ret.) and Hon. Stuart A. Nudelman, (Ret.), senior mediators and arbitrators at ADR Systems, to discuss some of the finer points of arbitration. Together, Judges Meacham and Nudelman have more than 60 years of experience overseeing trials and arbitrations. They have seen what works and what does not work in […]
Read MoreHon. David G. Bernthal, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, wrote a column in this month’s News-Gazette about the importance of reinforcing civility in the legal industry. The column, titled “Reinforcing a Culture of Civility,” examines Supreme Court Rule 799, which established the Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism, to maintain civilized conduct in […]
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