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American Arbitration Association, Suffolk Law and ODR.com Launch Online Dispute Resolution Innovation Clinic

August 15, 2024 crule

Partnership aims to transform access to family law dispute resolution for underserved communities The American Arbitration Association and Suffolk University Law School are launching a pioneering Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) Innovation Clinic. This initiative combines Suffolk Law’s expertise in legal technology and clinical education with the AAA’s leadership in alternative dispute resolution innovation, technology, and … Continue reading American Arbitration Association, Suffolk Law and ODR.com Launch Online Dispute Resolution Innovation Clinic →

New Starbucks Arbitration Clause

August 1, 2023 crule

From FOI Amy Schmitz: This might be a good exercise example or something to use in classes, as we plan our fall term. Starbucks sent a new change for their TOS today and a big part of the change was related to Dispute Resolution. Here is the new provision: “Please read this section carefully. It … Continue reading New Starbucks Arbitration Clause →

New International Directory of Mediators – Free Registration

April 25, 2023 crule

EMW in India has launched a new International Online Directory of Mediators, and registration is free for all global mediators. The partners in this project include E-Mediation Writings (EMW) Mediate.com, Mediators Beyond Borders International (MBBI), Association for India International Mediation & Arbitration Services (AIIMAS), Association of Mediation Practitioners (AMP), and Ex-Curia International. You can register … Continue reading New International Directory of Mediators – Free Registration →

Expert Mediation Forms

March 31, 2023 crule

Expert mediators Bob Berlin and Carolyn Raines have generously shared their full packet of expert mediation forms for anyone to use. These forms have been crafted over decades of practice to encompass all elements of the mediation process. They’re an especially valuable resource for young mediators just getting started. Here’s a brief introduction video describing … Continue reading Expert Mediation Forms →

Greetings, All!

February 15, 2023 crule

I am the the world’s biggest fan of Indisputably.org, and I am delighted to be able to serve as the “team nerd” helping with some of the WordPress configuration and editorial management (and maybe put in a few posts here and there along the way). Thanks for welcoming me in to the Indisputably community.

John Lande on New Article on Mediation Representation – and an Invitation for a Conversation at the ABA DR Conference: “Hi Geoff, Thanks for your kind words and for highlighting this important point. I agree that many mediators, especially in…”

Geoff Sharp on New Article on Mediation Representation – and an Invitation for a Conversation at the ABA DR Conference: “Hi John, thank you for the tremendous resources you consistently make available. I particularly enjoyed your latest AI musings I…”

David Hubbard on The Roles We Play: “Thank You!!!”

Ellen Deason on An Existential Crisis for the Field?: “Thank you, Art, for encouraging us to think about these (not entirely inconsistent) reactions and paths. And for helping us…”

Kelly Browe Olson on Jennifer Reynolds named Dean at Oregon: “This is such a great choice! Excited for Jen and Oregon to see what’s next!”

Art Hinshaw on Congratulations to the ABA Section on Dispute Resolution 2025 Award Winners: “Big congratulations to both Grande and Amy. You are both so deserving.”

John Lande on What’s the Matter with BATNA?: “Thanks, Peter. I’m glad you appreciate the appendices, which I think are an important part of the article. They make…”

Peter Baugher on What’s the Matter with BATNA?: “Thank you for your insightful BATNA article. The appendices offer useful checklists and reminders of the range of factors relevant…”

Greg Burge on Choosing to Use Good Language in the “ADR” Field: “Once you understand the concept, it is important to use your own words instead of the concept’s label. This establishes…”

Hiro N. Aragaki on What can Los Angeles Learn from Seventeenth Century London?: “Jan, thank you for weighing in – I hope your home is safe and my thoughts go out to all…”