
Finding the Right Time for Mediation
February 9, 2018ADR Systems recently spoke with Hon. Michael R. Panter (Ret.) to discuss how parties can find the right time for mediation and how to pursue mediation through various stages of a case.
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ADR Systems recently spoke with Hon. Michael R. Panter (Ret.) to discuss how parties can find the right time for mediation and how to pursue mediation through various stages of a case.
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ADR Systems recently spoke with Hon. Jerome M. Orbach, (Ret.) to discuss the changing landscape of ADR, the role of technology and what the future may hold for the practice of ADR.
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It is no secret that choosing the right mediator can make all the difference in the outcome of your dispute. However, developing a sound strategy before entering the mediation process is just as important in determining the outcome of your case and your client’s overall satisfaction.
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We sat down with Hon. Clifford L. Meacham, (Ret.) and Hon. Stuart A. Nudelman, (Ret.), senior mediators and arbitrators at ADR Systems, to discuss an important aspect of the arbitration process: starting arbitration out right.
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ADR Systems has recently published an article in CLM Magazine that discusses important considerations for counsel before filing for arbitration. The article, entitled “The Art of Arbitration,” captures the insight of several knowledgeable attorneys and arbitrators. The panel included: Anne Blume, co-managing partner, Cozen O’Connor; Kevin R. Sido, Esq., partner, Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP and […]
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Ms. Teresa F. Frisbie, Esq., senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, published a new article highlighting an American Bar Association (ABA) research study that shows premediation meetings or caucuses increase the likelihood of settling a case. In the article, entitled, “Lengthy ABA study suggests better way to conduct mediation,” Ms. Frisbie discusses her own […]
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A new article by Hon. Michael J. Panter, (Ret.), senior mediator and arbitrator at ADR Systems, invokes memories of James Bond to explain the reasons why mediations come to a halt when one side claims that the other side’s negotiation shows a lack of respect. Entitled, “Have a nice day, Mr. Bond,” Judge Panter notes […]
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A new article by Hon. Michael R. Panter, (Ret.), published on July 20, 2016 in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, provides useful tips and insight into how attorneys and parties can pave the way to a successful mediation.
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Parties may be able to more effectively mediate their commercial case when they take full advantage of pre-mediation and post-mediation contact.
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A new article by Teresa F. Frisbie, Esq., published on October 26, 2015 in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, discusses the absence of creativity in the daily work lives of the legal community, and explains how mediation can fill this void. Entitled, “In Mediation, Let Your Creative Spark Light up the Process,” the article explores […]
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A new article by Teresa F. Frisbie, Esq., published on June 3, 2015 in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, discusses decision-making in negotiations: how our instinctive reaction to unfairness can negatively impact negotiations, and offers tips for mitigating these cognitive biases. Entitled, “Decision-making in negotiations and handling the reaction to unfairness,” the article explains how […]
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Today for ABA Mediation Week 2014, we asked a few of our neutrals, “What is a particular obstacle you may come up against in mediation, and how do you manage it?” Their answers describe different strategies that a mediator can use to encourage alienated parties to openly negotiate. Hon. Daniel Kelley, (Ret.) answered that sometimes parties […]
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Today for ABA Mediation Week 2014, we asked a few of our neutrals about finding inspiration in mediation. Their answers describe how mediation offers parties the opportunity to better understand and reestablish relationships with the other side by encouraging them to negotiate.
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Today for ABA Mediation Week 2014, we asked a few of our neutrals about the value of mediation. Their answers emphasize how mediation offers parties much more control over the process and outcome of their dispute than in litigation. It also offers parties the opportunity to be fully heard.
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Today for ABA Mediation Week 2014, we asked a few of our neutrals, “Why did you become a mediator?” Their answers highlight how being on the bench, and experiencing the time and emotional cost that litigation can take on all the parties involved, grew their appreciation for mediation.
Read MoreJudge Nudelman was excellent. Many times, attorneys on the case wanted to terminate the mediation, but Judge Nudelman kept us going until it was resolved. Great job!!
Thomas J. Lyman, Esq.Partner, SmithAmundsen