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The key to developing true mediation competency: In addition to skills training in mediation, what do mediators need to improve their mediation competency? While mediation skills training remain essential to
Average Settlement Offers in Mediation
I was asked by a journalist recently about the average settlement offers in mediation. And while his search for understanding is laudable, the question itself is misguided. Mediation, a form
What is the Difference Between Mediation and Arbitration?
What is the difference between mediation and arbitration? Mediation and arbitration share a common lineage as alternatives to the traditional legal system of court and jury trials. Known as different
Essential Skills for the Next Generation of Lawyers
Many of us go to law school to become trained as litigation advocates, where our studies are focused on the knowledge and skills needed to represent clients before a judge