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Law Practice

Apr. 21, 2007

Mediation Mentality

Focus Column - By Robert D. "Bo" Links - An experienced mediator teaches hard-nosed litigators the beauty of apologies.

FOCUS COLUMN

By Robert D. "Bo" Links

      Although considerable literature addresses the differences between mediation and traditional litigation/arbitration protocols, many lawyers fail to appreciate crucial aspects of the mediation process. As a result, many lawyers are unprepared when they walk into mediation and a good number who are prepared nevertheless fail to prepare their clients properly.
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