My colleague, S.I. Strong, forwarded this message: The International Mediation Institute (“IMI”), a non-profit standards body, is conducting international census research on the state of mediation today. The survey will be screening the following perspectives: • Those who (may) use mediation (“Users”) • Those who (may) recommend using mediation as an external counsel, consultant, or … Continue reading IMI Wants YOU to Complete this Survey
Michael posted a five-part series – parts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 – by Heather Kulp, entitled “Fallacies About ADR Careers?” I have some reactions to her series and we are going to have a conversation online. This is the first part in our conversation. Stay tuned for Heather’s response. And feel free to … Continue reading Conversation with Heather Kulp About ADR Careers – Part 1
Several weeks ago, I posted an item about an article with advice for law students (and, to some extent, lawyers): My Last Lecture: More Unsolicited Advice for Future and Current Lawyers. I would love to get any comments or suggestions about the things that students do to drive you crazy (crazier?) and what they might … Continue reading Request for Comments on My Last Lecture
I think that it is accurate to say that at the ABA DR Section Conference we had a lively session entitled, “Everything You Know About Dispute Resolution is Wrong – Can You Handle the Truth?” (At least it was lively for those who were able to squeeze into the room and not for the people … Continue reading Everything I Know About Dispute Resolution is Wrong – Especially What You Say About It
We haven’t finished this year’s courses and we’re already planning for next year. Over this summer, I plan to update the syllabi on the DRLE webpage. That webpage has some syllabi that are over 15 years old and I want to update old syllabi and add new ones. I invite instructors to send me your … Continue reading NEW!!! and IMPROVED!!! Teaching Resources
