Are opening statements in mediation beneficial toward reaching a settlement? There is an ongoing debate by both advocates and neutrals concerning the advantages and disadvantages of including opening ...

When mediation is discussed, someone invariably questions whether an opening statement by the parties at the initial joint session with the mediator is advisable. When mediation is discussed, someone ...

Preparing your client for mediation can ensure that the mediation process is productive and not a frustrating, anxiety-producing event. While settlement is always preferable, it is not the only ...

June 30, 2025 - After more than 50 years in the legal profession — first as a civil trial attorney, then as a California trial judge, and finally as an Associate Justice on the California Court of ...

The first hour is most times Kumbaya, the true meaning of which is “characterized by or exhibiting a belief in harmony between people and in their essential goodness.” The last is when the deal gets ...

UC Santa Cruz issued the following statements today (9/21/07) concerning Santa Cruz County Superior Court recommendation regarding LRDP mediation and ruling regarding the Biomedical Sciences Facility: ...

School District of Lee County Supt. Dr. Denise Carlin will not be setting foot onto Fort Myers Beach to help broker a mediation meeting the Town of Fort Myers Beach Council voted to initiate this ...

Scott Zucker is a mediator and arbitrator at Miles Mediation & Arbitration in Atlanta. Courtesy photo Are opening statements in mediation beneficial toward reaching a settlement? There is an ongoing ...