A functional business partnership is a valuable relationship. Both partners share responsibility for the business and help develop the company together. The resources and abilities of one partner can augment what the other brings to the table. There is substantially...
Conflicts often become legal issues, in part, because the people involved cannot reach an amicable agreement. Perhaps one business partner discovered that the other embezzled from the company they started together. Maybe spouses have begun preparing for a divorce and...
Several different avenues are available to resolve legal issues. While some people may automatically think about lengthy and involved trials, that’s not the most common scenario. Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) options, including mediation, negotiation and...
Many clients are unfamiliar with the alternatives to traditional litigation when legal disputes arise. Mediation is a viable, often beneficial option, yet explaining its nuances to clients can be challenging. It requires a straightforward, accessible approach that...
Sometimes, direct negotiations between the lawyers representing the two parties are enough to resolve a disagreement. The attorneys can potentially set terms that everyone agrees would be fair and appropriate given the situation. Other times, it may be necessary to...
Many couples preparing for divorce and those navigating other family law disputes consider mediation before litigation or while waiting to go to court. Family law mediation can help people settle matters related to property division, child custody or other family...
Mediation is a powerful tool for solving disputes, but it is not without its challenges. Many attorneys and mediators train on how to mediate cases where the parties are in dispute and need help finding common ground with the aim of reaching a settlement. Sometimes,...
Being well prepared is essential to successful mediation. As a lawyer representing a client in mediation, preparing your client is the most crucial thing you can do. Having a thorough understanding of mediation, how it works, and how to approach it will ultimately...