Advocacy is about influence and persuasion, a very important part of representing clients in mediation.
Lawyers who appreciate this tend to support their clients more effectively throughout the whole mediation process, from preparing for the meeting to drafting the settlement agreement.
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Rapport building is often cited as critical characteristic of a successful mediators. As a mediator, I agree, and think it must also be genuine. Additionally, establishing rapport, or building it,...
By Jeff ThompsonFrom the Mediation Matters Blog of Steve Mehta. I recently came across a wonderful story of negotiations in Esquire that I thought I would share with you. It has a...
By Steve MehtaMaxine Baker-Jackson talks about the challenge of overcoming her tendency to judge during mediations.
By Maxine Baker-Jackson
