Resolutions: A Podcast About Dispute Resolution and Prevention

In our mediation and arbitration sessions, we often review memories of past events.  But how might our culture influence what we remember, and even alter our memories over time, in ways that could impact outcomes in dispute resolution? Dr. Sukhsimranjit Singh of Pepperdine University explores this topic in conversation with host Larry Schooler.   Not a member of the American Bar Association: Section of Dispute Resolution? Become one here!

This episode features Harold Coleman, Jr., Senior Vice President / Mediator, AAA-ICDR-AAA Mediation.org & Dr. Debra Dupree, Founder and CEO, Relationships-at-Work. Join them as they share the essence of mediation, as well as why a lifelong learning mindset is critical to professional success. They’ll also give a preview of the 19th Annual Advanced Mediation and Advocacy Skills Institute. This 3-day virtual Institute features the opportunity to learn from the leading social, behavioral and legal authorities in the field. Register at: ambar.org/med2022   Not a member of the American Bar Association: Section of Dispute Resolution? Become one here: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/dispute_resolution/membership/ 

This episode features Ryan Smith, assistant university ombudsperson at Michigan State University, and Josef Leidenfrost, European Network of Ombuds in Higher Education. Join them as they discuss the role of an ombuds in an organization and dive into the different structures of American and European ombud structures.

It is no secret that working in corporate America can be as much of an exercise in managing people and personalities as an opportunity for career or professional development. While being overworked and feeling undervalued at work seems to be the norm and, accordingly, society is somewhat desensitized to this reality, some workplace environments become even more toxic.   Workplace bullying is a phenomenon as old as time, but a topic that has received little attention particularly before workers started to reassess how their work informs a relationship with self in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Alex Green IV has a candid and insightful conversation with Herschenia Brown about her experience with workplace bullying in pursuit of a career in business and corporate finance as well as the challenges she faced in confronting and resolving these issues without access to conflict and dispute resolution resources.

Ombuds are an important part of the dispute resolution system, and often an integral part of both conflict resolution and grievance systems within organization and within other systems. This episode features Ryan Smith, assistant university ombudsperson at Michigan State University, and Hector Escalante, university ombudsperson director at UC Merced. Join them in part 1 of this two part series as they dive into the role of an ombuds in an organization.   Episode Transcript

Our latest episode, “Previewing 2022 Mediation Week: Winning from the Beginning,” features: - Felicia Harris Hoss, Mediator, Arbitrator and Commercial Litigator - Scott F. Levin, Divorce Mediation & Family Law Attorney - Ellie K. Vilendrer, Mediator, Arbitrator and Corporate Attorney - Aaron Gothelf, American Arbitration Association Commercial Vice President Topics include: What is Mediation Week? What can we expect this year from Mediation Week? Why should people attend Mediation Week? What Topics will be covered in the Panel Discussion? What resources are available to registrants who want to learn more about early dispute resolution? 

In this episode of Resolutions, featuring Mediator, Attorney, and Career Coach Gary Miles and American Arbitration Association Commercial Vice President Aaron Gothelf, they discuss the importance of active listening in mediation. Gary and Aaron cover topics including: The Barriers to Effective Listening; The Price of Poor Listening; How to Listen Effectively; and the Gifts of Good Listening

How does a native Spaniard become a college football player, a prosecutor in Los Angeles, and a practitioner of restorative justice and mindfulness? In this episode, we hear about the journey of Jose Egurbide, whose session at the last ABA Dispute Resolution Section conference was among the most popular.

Alex Green IV interviews Lisa W. Timmons of the Mediation Tribunal Association, Inc., a nonprofit that is the exclusive provider of an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process known as case evaluation for the Wayne County Circuit Court in Detroit, Michigan. Case evaluation is an ADR process that, for many years, was unique to Michigan and Michigan still may be one of the few states that offers this ADR process. The discussion covers the conceptualization and evolution of mediation and its relation to case evaluation in Michigan as well as a recent change to the Michigan Court Rules on the use of case evaluation in civil cases.

In this week's episode, host Juliana Rigato-Piekarski sits down with Michael Wildes and Mergime Kajtazi. Michael Wildes is an Adjunct Professor of Immigration Law at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Englewood, NJ Mayor, and the author of Safe Haven in America: Battles to Open the Golden Door, by ABA Publishing. Mergime Kajtazi is a licensed attorney in NY, Associate Vice President at Investcorp, and a war refugee from the Republic of Kosovo. She was temporarily a refugee, a domestic violence survivor, and is now an advocate for domestic violence survivors dealing with immigration issues.

What’s it like going from a zealous advocate in the courtroom to a steadfast neutral in mediation and arbitration settings? That’s the question we posed to today’s guest, Chris Keele. After more than three decades as a practicing attorney, Chris has joined JAMS as a mediator and arbitrator. He reflected on his journey and what he’s learned and is learning about dispute resolution in this episode.

In this week's episode, host Jason Harper sits down with leading arbitrators Dana Welch and Gary Benton to discuss the upcoming 2022 ABA Arbitration Institute. This episode explores the topics of getting started as an arbitrator, qualifying for panels, maintaining an arbitration practice, and the importance of being involved with different organizations. Finally, Dana Welch and Gary Benton share why people should attend the upcoming 2022 ABA Arbitration Institute. If you would like to register for the “2022 ABA Arbitration Institute,” please click the link below. https://web.cvent.com/event/64941597-fd0f-48cc-8b83-759067563092/summary

In this week’s podcast, Rekha Rangachari sits down with Steve Dunn, Principal at Steve Dunn Mediation and Mediator in the Charlotte Office of Miles Mediation and Arbitration, a seasoned mediator and litigator on FLSA Class and Collective Actions. The discussion explores issues unique to the management of class and collective actions (citing to the deeply regulated and statute-focused nature of the practice), pre-suit considerations for employers, the importance of timing in the success of mediation (NB: to mediate early and often), key tips for preparation in advance of mediation, and the state of case law regarding personal specific jurisdiction over nonresident consumer claims in the mass tort context. Tune in to learn more and connect with Steve directly at steve@stevedunnmediation.com. https://www.stevedunnmediation.com/

Listen to our latest podcast, “2022 ABA Arbitration Institute preview: Learning the Ropes from Case Managers: What You Need to Know” featuring David Tenner, Svetlana Gitman, and Aaron Gothelf. In this podcast, American Arbitration Association Panelist, David Tenner and American Arbitration Association Commercial Vice President, Svetlana Gitman discuss the upcoming “2022 ABA Arbitration Institute” with a special preview of their presentation, “Learning the Ropes from Case Managers: What You Need to Know.” The presenters also discuss the Arbitration Institute’s Practice Development Program and highlight the notable speakers who will be presenting at the program. Don’t miss your chance to preview what is sure to be a sold-out event. If you would like to register for the “2022 ABA Arbitration Institute,” please click the link below. https://web.cvent.com/event/64941597-fd0f-48cc-8b83-759067563092/summary

This episode covers a topic that deals with the youngest members of our mediation community and the future of our industry. Peer Mediation programs have been going on for years, but it’s been going on in the background of the mediation landscape. So today we’re going to shed a small bit of light on the programs that are bringing long-term benefits to their schools, neighborhoods, and families. For that discussion, host Jason Harper is speaking with Anne Sawyer and Dr. Pamela Kreiser.