Mediation Field Leader Jeffrey Krivis March 8, 1956-August 23, 2024

Important Updated Information:

Jeffrey Lee Krivis: March 8, 1956 – August 23, 2024

Jeffrey Lee Krivis, age 68, of Tarzana, California passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024.

A funeral for Jeffrey will be held Monday, August 26, 2024 from 1:00 PM in the Eternal Light Chapel at Groman Eden Mortuary, 11500 Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91345.

The service will also be livestreamed via https://GromanEdenMortuary.livecontrol.tv/3bd33661

From Amy Krivis, Jeff’s wife:

“If anyone asks about making a donation in Jeff’s memory, these are organizations we know would be meaningful for Jeff“

• Glioblastoma Research Organization – gbmresearch.org
• Guitars in the Classroom – guitarsintheclassroom.org
• UCLA Stanford L. Kurland Research Fund – giving.ucla.edu/stanfordkurland

Obituary By Jim Melamed, Founder of Mediate.com

Jeffrey Krivis, a pioneering force in the mediation field, has passed away, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy that reshaped the landscape of civil, employment, and commercial mediation. Based in the Los Angeles area, Jeff was renowned for his unparalleled expertise in resolving complex disputes and for his deep commitment to the evolution of mediation as both an art and a science.

As the founder of the International Academy of Mediators (IAM) at IAMed.org, Jeff played a pivotal role in establishing a global community of distinguished mediators dedicated to advancing the highest standards of professional practice. His leadership and vision helped transform IAM into a beacon of excellence, fostering a spirit of collaboration and innovation that continues to influence mediators worldwide.

Jeff’s impact extended far beyond the mediation room. He was an early and fervent advocate for leveraging the internet to expand the reach of mediation and enhance the tools available to practitioners. His partnership with Mediate.com was instrumental in bringing the mediation community into the digital age, ensuring that the wisdom and resources of the field were accessible to all. Through his insightful interviews and articles on Mediate.com, Jeff shared his profound knowledge and forward-thinking perspectives, inspiring countless mediators and shaping the dialogue around dispute resolution.

Jeffrey Krivis was more than a mediator; he was a trailblazer who dedicated his life to the pursuit of peace and understanding. His contributions to the field of mediation will resonate for generations to come, and his memory will be cherished by all who had the privilege to learn from and work alongside him. The mediation community has lost a true leader, but his legacy will continue to guide and inspire.

This video is from the IAM’s first conference in 1996:

Jeff was also an inspired and innovative musician and applied his musical creativity metaphorically to mediation.

                       

Jeffrey Krivis

Improvisational Negotiation. This phrase summarizes Krivis’ philosophy for a successful and dynamic mediated negotiation. A successful mediation needs both keen legal insight gained from years of litigation experience and cannot be scripted. Exploring this idea with further study led Krivis to venture on the stage as a stand-up comedian. Ultimately,… MORE >