Resolutions: A Podcast About Dispute Resolution and Prevention

Childhood, Vulnerability, And Mediation: A Successful Combination?

In this week's episode, host Juliana Rigato-Piekarski sits down with Michael Wildes and Mergime Kajtazi.
Michael Wildes is an Adjunct Professor of Immigration Law at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Englewood, NJ Mayor, and the author of Safe Haven in America: Battles to Open the Golden Door, by ABA Publishing.
Mergime Kajtazi is a licensed attorney in NY, Associate Vice President at Investcorp, and a war refugee from the Republic of Kosovo. She was temporarily a refugee, a domestic violence survivor, and is now an advocate for domestic violence survivors dealing with immigration issues.

An ADR Journey The Transformation from Zealous Advocate to Neutral with Chris Keele

What’s it like going from a zealous advocate in the courtroom to a steadfast neutral in mediation and arbitration settings? That’s the question we posed to today’s guest, Chris Keele. After more than three decades as a practicing attorney, Chris has joined JAMS as a mediator and arbitrator. He reflected on his journey and what he’s learned and is learning about dispute resolution in this episode.

How Can The Arbitration Practice Development Program Help You with Dana Welch and Gary Benton

In this week's episode, host Jason Harper sits down with leading arbitrators Dana Welch and Gary Benton to discuss the upcoming 2022 ABA Arbitration Institute. This episode explores the topics of getting started as an arbitrator, qualifying for panels, maintaining an arbitration practice, and the importance of being involved with different organizations. Finally, Dana Welch and Gary Benton share why people should attend the upcoming 2022 ABA Arbitration Institute. If you would like to register for the “2022 ABA Arbitration Institute,” please click the link below.
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Things To Think About When Mediating FLSA Class And Collective Action Matters With Stephen J. Dunn

In this week’s podcast, Rekha Rangachari sits down with Steve Dunn, Principal at Steve Dunn Mediation and Mediator in the Charlotte Office of Miles Mediation and Arbitration, a seasoned mediator and litigator on FLSA Class and Collective Actions. The discussion explores issues unique to the management of class and collective actions (citing to the deeply regulated and statute-focused nature of the practice), pre-suit considerations for employers, the importance of timing in the success of mediation (NB: to mediate early and often), key tips for preparation in advance of mediation, and the state of case law regarding personal specific jurisdiction over nonresident consumer claims in the mass tort context. Tune in to learn more and connect with Steve directly at steve@stevedunnmediation.com.
https://www.stevedunnmediation.com/

Learning the Ropes from Case Managers: What You Need to Know with David Tenner & Svetlana Gitman

Listen to our latest podcast, “2022 ABA Arbitration Institute preview: Learning the Ropes from Case Managers: What You Need to Know” featuring David Tenner, Svetlana Gitman, and Aaron Gothelf. In this podcast, American Arbitration Association Panelist, David Tenner and American Arbitration Association Commercial Vice President, Svetlana Gitman discuss the upcoming “2022 ABA Arbitration Institute” with a special preview of their presentation, “Learning the Ropes from Case Managers: What You Need to Know.” The presenters also discuss the Arbitration Institute’s Practice Development Program and highlight the notable speakers who will be presenting at the program. Don’t miss your chance to preview what is sure to be a sold-out event. If you would like to register for the “2022 ABA Arbitration Institute,” please click the link below.
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Preparing for the Future with Peer Mediation in Schools with Anne Sawyer & Dr. Pamela Kreiser

This episode covers a topic that deals with the youngest members of our mediation community and the future of our industry. Peer Mediation programs have been going on for years, but it’s been going on in the background of the mediation landscape. So today we’re going to shed a small bit of light on the programs that are bringing long-term benefits to their schools, neighborhoods, and families. For that discussion, host Jason Harper is speaking with Anne Sawyer and Dr. Pamela Kreiser.

Mental Health and Conflicts: A Handbook for Empowerment

Dan Berstein, a mediator with a Master’s of Science in Public Health from Johns Hopkins University, discusses and analyzes the intersection between mental health and conflict or dispute resolution.
He founded MH Mediate; a resource for conflict resolution practitioners to develop best practices and processes in developing organizational Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) programs that are accessible for and responsive to parties with diverse identities. As a person who lives with a mental health disability, Dan has personal knowledge of the unique issues that face many living with mental health challenges.
He describes his experience working as a mediator, as a participant and a party to mediation, and techniques to empower conflict resolution professionals to lead with sensitivity and understanding, in part, through the avoidance of misguided assumptions.
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Exploring the Organizational Ombuds with Chuck Howard (International Ombuds Association)

In this podcast, current Executive Director of the International Ombuds Association (IOA), Chuck Howard charts a brief history of the Ombuds movement to focus the lens on the role of organizational Ombuds Programs and Committees within non-governmental organizations to multinational companies.
Underscoring the sanctity of process, confidentiality, he dives into the 3 i’s of the Ombuds process: independence, impartiality and informality and previews case examples captured in his latest book, A Practical Guide to Organizational Ombuds: How They Help People and Organizations.
Chuck wants to post the final, edited version on his website when ready and appreciates a preview — if that’s possible.
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Helping Communities Heal: Grande Lum

We have borne witness in the last several years to a troubling trend—high-profile, deadly shootings that often involve law enforcement or get captured in real-time on video and spread via social media. In those situations, the communities in which the shootings occur often feel like they’re coming apart at the seams. That’s where mediators from the Community Relations Service often come in—quietly, without much fanfare—to help communities heal.
Grande Lum, former director of the Community Relations Service and the author of a book on the CRS, joined the podcast to chat about his work.

Re-Post: A Moment In History: Dispute Resolution and Public Safety

As we take the week off to celebrate Thanksgiving, please enjoy this episode from June 2020. Larry Schooler speaks with Lynn Rubinett on arbitrating the disciplinary actions of first responders.
Our profession and work in mediation and arbitration spans virtually all professions and walks of life, including personnel decisions involving first responders.
In this episode, we hear from veteran arbitrator, mediator, and litigator, Lynn Rubinett, whose practice includes the arbitration of disciplinary actions, suspensions, and firings of police, fire, and other public employees.