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Negotiation Articles
Negotiation ArticlesMediator Engagement in Politics – and other things we care aboutIn his thought-provoking new book, Politics, Dialogue and the Evolution of Democracy the legendary Ken Cloke reflects on an exchange between two distinguished American authors, Lawrence Susskind and Bernie Mayer, reflected upon here. Free Expert Interviews for the 10 Toughest Behaviors at Work – Challenging Workplace Behavior SummitWhether it’s gossip, harassment, or time-sucking interruptions we have all encountered challenging behaviors in the workplace. Have you ever wished you knew what to do when they happened? What Should You Ask Your Mediator at the Initial Session?What I offer in this article is some thoughts and ideas of questions that may be helpful to ask at your initial consultation with your mediator. Family Feud? Use Eldercaring Coordination for High Conflict in EldercareThis article distinguishes elder mediation and eldercaring coordination, and discusses the benefits of eldercaring coordination for high-conflict cases. Bringing Down a GiraffeEach of the described four impulses gives rise to tensions in negotiation: the need to compete and claim, the impulse to cooperate and find common ground, the drive for pragmatic and technically competent solutions, and the push for a moral basis in solution-making. The Next Level of ImpartialityAll mediators understand that we’re supposed to be impartial. Our ideas about what that means fall on a continuum. Concerns on the New Singapore ConventionThe United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) has announced agreement on a “United Nations Agreement on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation.” Blind Justice: Can Individuals Be Bound to Arbitration Clauses They Can’t Read?The First U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Boston recently declined to enforce an arbitration clause in the Container Store’s loyalty program against blind customers. Weapons and Sports AgentsLife imitates art, art imitates life, and both reveal deeper patterns. What Do Marriage Counselors and Mediators Do?There is a big difference between marriage counselors and mediators, and each is specific to the condition of a relationship. Like the Fireflies Generating LightIt is currently common to use expressions such as "polarization" or "crack" to describe the attitudes with which the inhabitants, politicians and governments in different countries raise or debate their problems. Family Mediation and Domestic AbuseMediation in Worcester, Gloucester and the surrounding areas is increasingly the default option when it comes to family dispute resolution. Making Referrals to Divorce Mediation or Family MediationMental health professionals may have a general idea about what divorce mediation is but want to know more about it before making referrals. This article discusses critical points for you to consider before referring your clients to divorce mediation or mediation of other family issues. Power, Impartiality, and Timing: Third Party Mediation in the Middle EastThere has been upsurge literature on third party intervention in recent years, and still a significant gap in the field of mediation. Generating Multiple Options!Attending a mediation requires making difficult decisions. Las Medidas Autosatisfactivas, en la Justicia PeruanaEs articulo es un Descripcion de objetivos e identificacion de la institucion. Building Coalitions and Story TellingIn order to be more effective in mediation, the story of the case must be told just like the unfolding of a movie or book. Like any story, there is a common structure that has a beginning, middle and end and is broken down into three acts. Mediation vs. ArbitrationThis article directs the special advantages of mediation for resolving disputes. It outlines the specific procedure for mediation that optimizes these advantages over arbitration. Peacemakers of All Faiths Gather at Ismaili Jamatkhana Plano for Restoring Community DayThis article covers Restoring Community Day held in 2017, including plans for the upcoming Community Day to be held in October 2018. New Mediation Confidentiality LawOn September 11, 2018, Governor Jerry Brown signed in a law which will require attorneys to inform their clients of the confidentiality restrictions related to mediation. Self-Restraint: A Door to True LibertyWhen one ignores one’s own emotions, to maintain face, or to increase hopes for immature peace, the likelihood for an unexpected emotional burst, by oneself, or by the other, increases. How Avoidance Can Help You with Workplace ConflictIt sounds counter intuitive, but Inaction or avoidance can be a viable way of dealing with workplace conflict. The Importance of Trust in the MediatorIn franchise disputes, lawyers and parties who search for mediators drill down on mediators’ professional backgrounds, often paying the most attention to whether potential mediators have previously represented franchisors or franchisees. Co-Parenting Tips During a DivorceBy following some simple tips and committing yourself to being the best co-parent possible, you can help to ensure your children thrive during and after the divorce. Evaluative Mediation---Curriculum modulesThis article discusses topics that often come up in Evaluative Mediation trainings: A selected number can be included in a course on evaluative mediation, and exercises used to assist “learning” of those topics. |
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