Preparation is the key to success in most endeavors, including mediation. Preparing the case file and the client deCision ...

The two-year pilot program builds on the success of similar prior programs to reduce eviction cases for non-payment.

Mediation is a process where a neutral third party—the mediator—assists disputing parties in reaching a mutually satisfactory agreement. It is an essential tool in conflict resolution, particularly in ...

Many of us learned our alphabet in elementary school, if not before. That same alphabet can apply to mediations. As a ...

Preparing your client for mediation can ensure that the mediation process is productive and not a frustrating, anxiety-producing event. While settlement is always preferable, it is not the only ...

Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and ...

While the parties may never truly trust each other, a mediator can gain their trust—both in the process and in the mediator—and pave the way for resolution. Trust is an essential element of the ...

Accord Mediation shows key differences between automated online divorce services and working with a mediator who ...

Instead of the adversarial nature of the courtroom, a mediation session fosters open and effective communication between spouses. Mediators encourage the parties to express their thoughts and feelings ...