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A Modest Proposal to Avoid Discovery Nightmares

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My life as a discovery mediator began with a court order appointing me to conduct a mediation among the parties on all disputed discovery issues in a complex, multiparty case. At the time, I had not heard of the term...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

Legal Malpractice Ideally Handled in Pre-Suit Mediation

The legal profession likes to present the façade of unwavering perfection, which is why an accusation of malpractice can be particularly unsettling for the attorney at whom it is lodged. These allegations can make a lawyer...more

Miles Mediation & Arbitration

Practice Pointers for a Successful Mediation

Do not underestimate the benefits of mediation.  Many litigants believe that a jury trial is their chance to finally “tell their story” in front of an emphatic and understanding group of peers.  As attorneys, we know that is...more

NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation)

The Room Where Mediation Happens: 2020 Insights For A Successful Employment Dispute Resolution

Mediation of employment disputes is not an exact science, there is no magic formula, and to paraphrase the song from the Broadway show Hamilton, no one knows how the parties get to “yes” because no one else is in “the room...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

Active Preparation Leads to Better Mediation Results

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After have deciding to mediate and selecting a mediator, each litigants’ focus should shift to preparation. In our experience, mediation results improve significantly when the parties, not just the attorneys, come prepared...more

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Best in Law: Want to Cut Legal Costs? Avoid Litigation

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BB&K Partner Lauren Strickroth Provides Litigation Cost-Saving Tips in the Press-Enterprise - The best strategy to minimize the cost of litigation is to avoid it altogether. Many businesses, trustees or individuals...more

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To Litigate or not to Litigate: Practical Considerations for Every Business

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It should come as no surprise that business is booming in Silicon Valley, although with the growing number of businesses comes increased potential for conflict and litigation. Know that litigation is serious business. ...more

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