We all know that there are many variations of mediation that nonetheless represent legitimate examples of the process. But there are now instances in which the incentives adopted by legislatures and courts to encourage the use of mediation seem to be inviting opportunistic distortion and even misuse. Examples include “drive-by mediation” in Texas, “binding mediation”…
Whether you recently started a legal or dispute resolution practice or if you have been in business for years, many entrepreneurs are finding that their businesses are struggling lately. They...
By Susan GuthrieDiversity matters! For mediation to develop in fresh and vibrant ways, we need to think and act creatively. Some of the best ideas come from making connections – for example,...
By Lisa ParkinsonThis article was previously published in Seyfarth Shaw’s “Trading Secrets” blog.Trade secret litigation often involves deep levels of distrust, heated emotional exchanges, suspicion and anger on the part of parties...
By Erica Bristol
