Mediation can play an important role in improving access to justice during the pandemic and after. As a JAMS mediator and former federal judge for over two decades, I am mindful of the command of Rule 1 of the Federal Rules...more
10/19/2020
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Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Court Closures ,
Disabilities ,
FRCP 1 ,
Litigation Fees & Costs ,
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Minorities ,
Pro Bono ,
Virtual Litigation
As a recently retired federal judge who served for more than two decades on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, I know firsthand how daunting managing a caseload can be even in normal times. Now,...more
6/5/2020
/ Arbitration ,
Arbitrators ,
Court Closures ,
Dispute Resolution ,
Jury Trial ,
Litigation Fees & Costs ,
Mediation ,
Mediators ,
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Virtual Meetings