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Now that we are all faced with the reality of social distancing, it is imperative that we use technology to continue working while adhering to the government regulations. Video conferencing and tele-conferencing is fully operational enabling mediators to continue providing seamless alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services.

Topics will include ethical issues and guidelines for both the participant and the mediator; ensuring security so as to preserve privacy and confidentiality; conducting the arbitration and mediation through the use of technology; conquering fears associated with its technical aspects, and the benefits of the technology for the ADR process in the face of COVID-19 and beyond.

Please join the Honorable John P. DiBlasi, J.S.C. (Ret.) and Richard P. Byrne, Esq. as they share their experiences as Virtual Neutrals mediating and arbitrating cases remotely. The broader discussion includes an explanation of the need for this technology, its many benefits and, most importantly, the simplicity of its use. Specifically, topics will include the accessibility of the technology, the ability to use it anywhere, its reliability and benefits with respect to business continuity, savings in time, reduction in costs and its favorable impact on scheduling.

RINGLER RADIO PODCAST: TECHNOLOGY IN THE ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION ARENA Previously recorded: Sunday, November 17, 2019 Technology has changed just about every aspect of the practice of law, and the use of technology has increased dramatically even in the courtroom. Host Larry Cohen and co-host Cindy Chanley talk with the Honorable Elizabeth Bonina, a retired […]

WEBCAST: The Benefits of Early Mediation – The Path Least Taken Requires Commitment Previously recorded: Thursday, December 12, 2019 The benefits of a successful early mediation are obvious: disputes can be resolved in a private, expeditious and economical fashion.  It gives you the chance to resolve the case early, saving your client or business money in defense […]

WEBCAST: Inside the Mind of the Mediator: Avoiding Impasse and Maximizing Outcomes in Mediation Previously recorded: Thursday, November 7, 2019 Join NAM neutrals, Michael W. Emerson, Esq. and Hon. Peter B. Skelos (Ret.) in a pre-recorded webcast, Inside the Mind of a Mediator: Avoiding Impasse and Maximizing Outcomes in Mediation. Although mediation resolves most disputes, some […]

Previously recorded: Thursday, September 12, 2019 WEBCAST: When Mediation Makes Sense – Preserving the Business Relationship (From the Perspective of a Corporate Lawyer) Litigation often comes with uncertainty and unexpected costs. However, alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation, can be a better alternative to resolve business disputes. NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation) neutral, Michael […]

Webcast: Tips, Best Practices and Hot Button Issues of Commercial Mediation & Arbitration   Previously recorded: Tuesday, June 25, 2019 Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods, such as arbitration and mediation, are often utilized to reduce the uncertainty and expense of litigation, and can help reduce and resolve business disputes – just to name a few.  […]

WEBINAR: HOW TO IDENTIFY AND RESOLVE HIGH EXPOSURE CLAIMS EARLY Previously recorded: Thursday, March 21, 2019 High exposure claims hold the potential to be costly. Learning to assess the potential for a claim to turn into a major claim, and working to find resolution early on, will save time and money on both defense and […]

WEBINAR: IF NOT NOW, WHEN? ACHIEVING EQUALITY FOR WOMEN IN THE COURTROOM AND IN ADR Previously Recorded: Wednesday, November 28, 2018 Join NAM neutral, Hon Elizabeth Bonina and Assistant General Counsel, Global for Philip Morris International in a pre-recorded webcast, If Not Now, When? Achieving Equality for Women in the Courtroom and in ADR. Recently, […]