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James Alfini: Proud Moment in Mediation – Video

James Alfini shares an account of when he was able to give someone voice in a situation where there was a power imbalance. It involved a female vs corporate heavyweights. He was successful in giving her voice. He talks about the power of her voice and how once she told her story how strongly it affected the other side.

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James J. Alfini

James Alfini has been very active in the field of ADR for two decades. He served as Director of Research and Assistant Executive Director of the American Judicature Society from 1976 to 1985. In 1985, he accepted a position as Professor at Florida State University College of Law and Director… MORE >

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