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Apr 4, 20232 min readThe Importance of BrainstormingIf you’ve suggested brainstorming lately, it is likely you’ve heard the echoes of groans and complaints. Over time, the benefits of...
Jan 9, 20233 min readDon't Skip the Orientation SessionOne of the best practices often neglected by new and seasoned mediators alike is the orientation session or mediator’s opening. This is...
Sep 26, 20221 min readMediator Check-UpIt’s easy to fall into bad habits. How easy is it to toss aside new tips and techniques and return to how we’ve done things in the past...
Jul 12, 20223 min readPatience - It's More than a VirtueIf you recall our Ps of Negotiation, you’ll remember Patience. Regardless of how many negotiations you’ve done or mediations you’ve...
Apr 6, 20223 min readTips for Handling the Unwilling DefendantWhile there have always been unwilling defendants who find themselves at mediation, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, this seems to...
May 13, 20212 min readDon't Underestimate the Power of BrainstormingOriginal Article: "Don't Underestimate the Power of Brainstorming," Philip Reich Mediation (a client of Cartography Consulting)....
Jan 25, 20212 min readZoom Mediation by Video... Not So FastCOVID-19 introduced many changes to the practice of law, not the least of which was the proliferation of video conferencing platforms. ...