Hon. John P. Diblasi To Speak at the NYCLA 45th Civil Trial Practice Institute
Event Date: May 19-20, 2022
As a former judge and now a hearing officer at NAM, Judge DiBlasi has a unique perspective about the mediation process and will discuss the advantages of mediating a case versus litigating or going to settlement conferences.
CLE Webinar: Bob Worden, Esq. To Present – Ethics and the Mediation Process
Webinar Date: May 3, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. ET
The course will focus on the best way for attorneys to benefit from mediation, including presentation, psychology, strategy and the moves that help yield the best results.
CLE Webinar: Special Considerations in Mediating Sexual Abuse Cases
Webinar Date: April 27, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. ET
Mediating sexual abuse cases is a delicate process that requires special consideration from all parties. Sensitivity, empathy and patience are vital in successfully mediating these types of cases.
CLE Webinar: Tales From the Trenches: What To Do and What Not To Do in Settlement
Webinar Date: February 17, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. ET
Judge Steinhardt and Mr. Worden will recount their amazing, thrilling and terrifying experiences in the courthouses and conference rooms in New York and will help you navigate the hazards and pitfalls standing between you and a great settlement.
CLE Webinar: Arbitration – The Importance of the Pre-Hearing Conference
Webinar Date: January 25, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. ET
The pre-hearing conference should create a clear and timely format to accomplish this. An experienced arbitrator should, in advance of the conference, require counsel to begin to collaborate as to how the process will be conducted.
CLE Webinar: Inside the Mind of a Mediator – Avoiding Impasse and Maximizing Outcomes in Mediation
Webinar Date: January 21, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. ET
Judge Cohen, Judge Skelos and Mr. Borkowski will provide best practices to help prevent the mediation from being sabotaged before real negotiations begin, as well as the latest tips, techniques and ethical guidelines counsel should consider throughout the mediation process.
CLE Webinar: Best Practices in Drafting Arbitration Clauses
Webinar Date: January 11, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. ET
The program will emphasize the provisions that should be addressed in any arbitration clause and how avoid the possibility of the arbitration clause being challenged in court or before the arbitrator.
CLE Webinar: Women in Law – Achieving Gender Equality
Webinar Date: December 7, 2022 at 2 p.m. ET
Join Judge Bonina and Ms.Herscovici for an engaging interactive discussion on the history of women in law, past and present initiatives that affirm how women attorneys have been considerably underrepresented in courtrooms and in ADR and the changes and improvements that have been made to address these disparities.
CLE Webinar: The Means and Methods of Resolving Coverage Disputes in Mediation
Webinar Date: On Demand
This program will discuss why mediation is an advantageous forum for resolving coverage disputes, and what means and methods will offer the most favorable outcomes for your clients. Mr. Byrne will provide useful tips for understanding when mediation is a good option, navigating the underlying litigation, and preparing for the mediation process.
CLE Webinar: Negotiations – Successful Strategies To Get Your Case Settled Faster
Webinar Date: November 22, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. ET
This seminar will thoroughly explain techniques used by seasoned trial attorneys when negotiating settlements. The seminar will also present the perspective of a well-respected Mediator who will offer her insight as to how to effectively engage in settlement discussions so as to maximize the benefits of mediation.