Dear readers, this resource comprises the first compiled edition of Mind of the Master Mediator, a popular blog series by David S. Ross, a JAMS Mediator and Columbia Law School Adjunct Professor
The Origin -
I’m fascinated...more
In my last post, I explored the top three behaviors that annoy the mediator: (1) being unable to reach a decision-maker, (2) hyper-aggressive advocacy and (3) lack of preparation. In this post, I explore more aggravating,...more
Rule number one in any mediation? Don’t tick off the mediator.
First and foremost, effective mediation advocates collaborate with their mediators to prioritize and advance their client’s interests. Mediators help people...more
Nine months after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the legal community overall has adapted to working in a new environment. For ADR professionals and many attorneys, that means mastering the art of virtual mediation. While...more