Alternative Dispute Resolution
Jan. 14, 2012
Advocating for settlement — the paradigm shift
Why lawyers should adopt some of the skills that mediators use to reach settlements.
Robert S. Mann
Neutral, ADR Services, Inc.
Email: rmann@adrservices.com
Robert mediates and arbitrates business, real estate and construction disputes.
Why do lawyers and clients who have a real interest in settling a dispute go to mediation? The answer is both complex and simple. The simple answer is they believe that without a third-party who is trained and experienced in the science and art of resolving disputes, the resolution cannot be achieved.
Why do lawyers and parties feel that they need a mediator to reach a resolution? After all, lawyers are smart, experienced individuals and, presumably, clients should know what they...
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