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SUMMARY:Webinar: Mediating in the Era of Coronavirus: Effectively Conducting A Zoom Mediation – Tips & Considerations for Mediators & Representatives
DESCRIPTION:In this timely\, one hour Webinar\, experienced mediators Simeon H. Baum (www.mediators.com)\, Henry M. Quillian III\, of Taylor & English and Bay Mediation & Arbitration Services\, and Alexander J. Zimmer (www.ajzimmerlaw.com) will lead participants through a nuts and bolts presentation on how to conduct a mediation via Zoom or other alternative to in-person sessions. The Program will present an overview of mediation; identify issues and challenges in participating in mediation without the benefit of in-person presence; offer recommendations for offsetting these challenges; and walk participants through the mechanics and components off an online Zoom mediation session. This program is geared to both mediators and to representatives of parties participating in a Zoom mediation. \nRegistration is now closed. \n\nAbout the Presenters\nSimeon H. Baum\, President of Resolve Mediation Services\, Inc.\, (www.mediators.com)\, has\, since the early 1990s\, successfully mediated or arbitrated nearly 2\,000 disputes. He is the past Chair of the FBA’s ADR Section\, past President of the SDNY Chapter\, and a former FBA national Board member\, and has taken leadership roles on ADR in Bar Associations across the US. He advises the New York Court system on ADR and has trained their Commercial Division mediators for over 20 years. In 2011\, 2014\, 2018 and 2020\, Best Lawyers selected Mr. Baum as New York’s ADR “Lawyer of the Year.” He teaches on the ADR faculty at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. SimeonHB@mediators.com. \nHenry M. Quillian III acts as a mediator and arbitrator providing services through Bay Mediation & Arbitration Services LLC. He has a long history representing clients nationally and internationally in litigation and arbitration and in solving commercial disputes in the construction\, real estate\, insurance\, intellectual property and general business sectors. He was voted by peers as a Top 100 lawyer for eleven consecutive years in Georgia Super Lawyers’ poll and has been selected since 1997 as one of Georgia’s Legal Elite by Georgia Trend Magazine. From 2013 to 2020\, he was selected for the “Best Lawyers in America.” He is “AV” rated by Martindale-Hubbell. \nMr. Quillian has served the Federal Bar Association as national general counsel\, as Atlanta Chapter president and as National Younger Lawyers chair.; and is Immediate Past President of the Foundation of the Federal Bar Association. \nAlexander J. Zimmer (www.ajzimmerlaw.com) has an active law and mediation practice in New York City. His work in mediation includes both family and commercial cases and his background includes a decade of experience as a principal in an asset-based lending firm. This combination of legal and business experience informs Mr. Zimmer’s unique appreciation of the points of view of all players in the mediation process. \nHe is the current Chair of the FBA’s ADR Section\, and a member of the Executive Committee of the New York State Bar Association Dispute Resolution Section and a member of the DRS Mediation Committee. alex@ajzimmerlaw.com. \n\nRegistration\nRegistration will close 24 hours prior to event start \nRegistration Fees \n\nFBA Member: $0\nNonmember: $75\n\nHow to Register \nRegistration is now closed. \nCancellation Policy \nNo refunds will be made for cancellations received after the close of business on Wednesday\, April 3\, 2020. No-shows will be billed. Substitutions may be made at any time upon notification. Please contact Laura Mulhern at lmulhern@fedbar.org with cancellation and/or substitution requests. \n\nPlease note that CLE credit is not offered for this webinar. \n\nIf you have any questions regarding this program\, please contact Laura Mulhern\, Sections and Divisions Manager.
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/webinar-mediation-in-the-time-of-coronavirus-how-to-conduct-an-effective-zoom-mediation-observations-tips-for-mediators-representatives/
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
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SUMMARY:Webinar: ADR in the Covid Era - Neutral\, In-House\, and Outside Counsel Perspectives
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will seek to bring a spectrum of perspectives on Alternative Dispute Resolution and to explore the impact that COVID-19 has had on ADR. The panel will also discuss best practices for conducting remote ADR\, effectiveness of remote ADR\, and the availability of neutrals. Finally\, the panel will address the current state of the law on issues such as application of mandatory ADR provisions to class action claims and the recent trend of mass arbitrations. \nPresented by the FBA’s: \n\nAlternative Dispute Resolution Section\nCorporate Association Counsel Division\nWestern District of Pennsylvania Chapter\n\n\nAbout the Presenters:\nLawson Fite\, General Counsel\, American Forest Resource Council (moderator) \nLawson began his career as a Trial Attorney in the Wildlife and Marine Resources Section of the U.S. Department of Justice\, focusing on litigation under the Endangered Species Act and other environmental statutes. He successfully represented the Coast Guard in an ESA challenge to efforts to respond to the Deepwater Horizon spill. Immediately prior to joining AFRC\, Lawson was in private practice with a commercial litigation boutique. He gained first-chair trial and appellate experience as well as a reputation for creative problem-solving. Lawson successfully represented the Port of Vancouver USA in environmental litigation regarding the Vancouver Energy Terminal proposal\, arguing and winning the case in summer 2015 before the Washington Court of Appeals. Lawson holds a law degree from Harvard Law School and an undergraduate degree in environmental science and public policy from Harvard University. He is a native of Vancouver\, Washington and a graduate of Hudson’s Bay High School. \nLisa Brown\, Lisa Brown Attorney LLC Dispute Resolution \nLisa Brown enjoys a close working relationship with her clients. She is passionate about providing quality\, cost effective legal services\, with a strong focus on risk management.  Lisa has served on the American Arbitration Association arbitration panel since 1992. She also serves as a mediator and arbitrator for the Arbitration Service of Portland and the Oregon State Bar Fee Dispute Resolution Program. Having litigated cases for many years\, Lisa enjoys the opportunity to use her skills as a mediator\, arbitrator and facilitator to assist parties in resolving their disputes and helping them avoid the agony and expense of litigation. Lisa’s extensive litigation experience enables her to successfully facilitate internal employment disputes before these internal conflicts escalate into litigation. She also investigates internal employment complaints relating to harassment\, discrimination\, retaliation and other employment matters. \nHon. Diane M. Welsh (Ret.)\, JAMS ADR; retired Magistrate Judge\, U.S. District Court\, Eastern District of Pennsylvania \nHon. Diane M. Welsh (Ret.) is highly respected for her ability to successfully resolve disputes with sensitivity\, patience\, and persistence. Over the past 23 years\, as a JAMS neutral and a United States Magistrate Judge\, she has successfully resolved over 5000 matters\, covering virtually every type of complex dispute. Specifically\, Judge Welsh has extraordinary skill in resolving high-stakes multi-party commercial disputes\, employment matters\, catastrophic personal injury cases\, class actions\, mass torts and multi-district litigations (MDL’s). She was recognized as a 2016-2018 “ADR Champion” by the National Law Journal. Judge Welsh has conducted nearly 1\,800 settlement conferences as a U.S. Magistrate Judge in virtually every area of civil litigation\, including complex commercial\, insurance\, class action\, mass torts\, employment\, serious personal injury\, product liability\, professional liability malpractice\, antitrust\, securities\, government\, civil rights\, environmental\, education\, aviation\, intellectual property\, maritime\, product liability\, real estate\, construction\, consumer\, sports\, and entertainment  She served on the Alternative Dispute Resolution committee for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania for 10 years\, drafting local federal court rules for court-annexed mediation program. \nWilliam (Bill) G. Whitman\, Lead Counsel\, Litigation\, FedEx Ground \nWilliam G. Whitman serves as in-house counsel for FedEx Ground Package System\, Inc. in Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania. William is Lead Counsel in the Government and Commercial Litigation Department at FedEx. Prior to FedEx\, he was a litigator at the law firm of Bass\, Berry & Sims in Memphis\, Tennessee. He as well served as a federal law clerk for the Honorable Thomas M. Shanahan in the U.S. District Court in Nebraska.  He graduated from Notre Dame Law School. \n\nRegistration\nRegistration for this event is now closed. Contact meetings@fedbar.org with questions.  \nRegistration Fees \n\nFBA Member: $0\nNonmember: $75\n\nLive Captioning\nShould you request live captioning or another accommodation in order to participate in this webinar\, please contact meetings@fedbar.org at least 10 days before the event so we may make the necessary arrangements. \nCancellation Policy\nNo refunds will be made for cancellations received after the close of business on November 19\, 2020. No-shows will be billed. Substitutions may be made at any time upon notification. Please contact Ariel White at awhite@fedbar.org with cancellation and/or substitution requests. \n\nCLE\n1 CLE Credit (60min state) / 1.2 CLE Credit (50min state) \nCredit for these complimentary webinars will be processed/reported within 4-6 weeks of the webinar event date and available for credit in states that allow credit for live webinar presentations. Your bar number must be accurate in our database to receive credit. \n\nEmail Communication Policy \nBy registering for this event\, you agree to receive email communications from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details\, Continuing Legal Education certification\, programming changes\, upcoming events\, surveys\, and post-event communications. \nRecording Disclaimer \nBy registering for an FBA webinar\, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same\, do not register for the event. \nIf you have any questions regarding this program\, please contact Caitlin Rider\, Conference Manager.
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/webinar-adr-in-the-covid-era-neutral-in-house-and-outside-counsel-perspectives/
LOCATION:Online\, US
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section,Corporate Association Counsel Division,Western District of Pennsylvania Chapter
GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Employment Class Action and Employee Classification - What's ADR Got To Do With It?
DESCRIPTION:Arbitration and mediation are intended to be efficient\, quicker and more cost effective alternatives to traditional litigation. But Door Dash workers\, classified as employees\, are filing individual arbitrations by the tens of thousands\, flooding the system. Seemingly unable to form a class to seek legal recourse\, the ability for Uber and Lyft drivers to seek legal recourse also may appear to lie in filing individual ADR cases. Has the promise of efficiency\, time and cost savings been compromised in employment law? \nJoin alternative dispute resolution experts and leading labor and employment practitioners to discuss recent federal cases and learn the status of employee classifications\, employees’ ability to form a class and the future of employment ADR. \nPresented by the Alternative Dispute Resolution Section and Labor & Employment Law Section \n\nAbout the Presenters\nTJ McGrath\, General Counsel\, Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) \nTJ McGrath currently serves as General Counsel for the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission. In this role\, she serves as the advisor to the Executive Director for legal and business matters. TJ also consults for Ardaigh\, LLC by providing individualized guidance to government offices on strategic management issues to include EEO overviews and guidance for Workforce Diversity initiatives. Prior to these positions\, TJ served as General Counsel at the Congressional Budget Office and Associate General Counsel for TRICARE Management Activity. Her work history reaches beyond civilian government work\, as an active duty member of the Air Force Judge Advocate General Corps from 1992-2004\, and now within the Reserves. TJ is an active member of the Federal Bar Association\, within both the Labor and Employment Law Section and recently developed Diversity & Inclusion Standing Committee.­ TJ graduated from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs in 1988 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication. She later graduated with her Juris Doctorate in 1992\, cum laude\, from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago. \nChristopher Moreland\, Attorney\, Halunen Law  \nChristopher Moreland chairs Halunen Law’s Employment and Appellate Practice Groups\, with over 20 years of experience advocating on behalf of injured railroad workers and other victims of corporate misconduct. His national practice includes substantial verdicts for his clients in state and federal courts across the country\, as well as a significant appellate practice\, including arguments in the Supreme Courts of Minnesota\, Nebraska\, and Montana. Chris is empathetic to the needs of clients who face the frightening prospect of confronting a corporate adversary with seemingly unlimited resources. Reminded daily of his clients’ courage\, Chris is ready for any challenge. He is proud to bring his expertise and tenacity to bear for those he represents. An active member of the Minneapolis legal community\, Chris serves on the Board of Governors for the Minnesota Association for Justice\, a group of trial lawyers organized to promote the administration of justice for public good. He speaks frequently at continuing legal education seminars and has written articles on legal process\, rights and resolutions. A cum laude graduate of Hamline University School of Law\, Chris was selected several times to the Super Lawyers Rising Star list\, representing the top 2.5% of Minnesota Lawyers either 40 years old or younger and he has been named to the Minnesota Super Lawyers list in 2018\, 2019\, and 2020. \nMary Smith\, Principal and Office Litigation Manager\, Jackson Lewis  \nMary A. Smith is a principal and litigation manager in the White Plains\, New York\, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. She serves as a trusted advisor to clients on a broad range of litigation and counseling matters\, helping them to understand how developing workplace issues and trends impact their businesses. Mary defends employers against claims of discrimination (gender\, race\, age\, disability and national origin)\, sexual harassment\, retaliation\, breach of contract\, misappropriation of confidential information and related tort claims. She defends employers in state and federal courts\, in arbitral forums such as AAA and administrative agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission\, New York State Division of Human Rights\, and the New York City Commission of Human Rights. As a member of Jackson Lewis’ Restrictive Covenants\, Trade Secrets and Unfair Competition group\, she regularly drafts and reviews employment agreements\, confidentiality agreements\, and noncompetition agreements\, and handles related litigation. Mary is also a member of Jackson Lewis’ Real Estate and Technology industry groups and is well versed in the workplace issues unique to those industries. \nHon. Thomas I. Vanaskie\, Of Counsel\, Stevens & Lee \nThomas I. Vanaskie retired from the Federal Judiciary after nearly 25 years of service on both the trial and appellate court levels. In 2020\, after serving as a special master\, arbitrator and mediatory with JAMS\, he joined the law firm of Stevens & Lee. In his Of Counsel capacity\, Judge Vanaskie heads the firm’s neutral services and appellate practice groups.  He was recently appointed by the President of the Pennsylvania Bar Association to Chair a joint Task Force on the Continuity of Delivery of Legal Services. He was sworn in as a Circuit Judge for the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit in 2010\, after serving more than 16 years as a District Judge for the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania – including a seven-year term as Chief Judge. In 2016\, he was appointed by the Chief Justice of the United States to serve on the Space and Facilities Committee of the Judicial Conference of the United States\, the policy-making body for the United States Courts. From 2001 through 2008\, he served on the Judicial Conference Information Technology Committee. He is a past member of the Board of Directors of the Federal Judges Association. He has also served on several working groups of the Administrative Office of the United States Courts and was one of the founding members of the OSCAR working group which manages the judiciary’s clerkship applications. Judge Vanaskie graduated from Lycoming College\, Williamsport\, Pennsylvania in 1975\, with a Bachelor of Arts Degree\, Magna Cum Laude. Judge Vanaskie then attended the Dickinson School of Law\, receiving his Juris Doctor Degree\, Cum Laude\, in 1978. \n\nRegistration\nRegistration for this event is now closed. \nLive Captioning: Should you request live captioning or another accommodation in order to participate in this webinar\, please contact meetings@fedbar.org at least 10 days before the event so we may make the necessary arrangements. \nCancellation Policy: No refunds will be made for cancellations received after the close of business on May 12\, 2021. No-shows will be billed. Substitutions may be made at any time upon notification. Please contact Ariel White at awhite@fedbar.org with cancellation and/or substitution requests. \nInternet Requirements: Virtual programs require suitable internet strength to stream online panels. A minimum internet connection of 800 Kbps is recommended for an optimal attendee experience. Test your connection here.  \n\nCLE\nCLE: 1 CLE Credit (60min state) / 1.2 CLE Credit (50min state) \n\nEmail Communication Policy: By registering for this event\, you agree to receive email communications from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details\, Continuing Legal Education certification\, programming changes\, upcoming events\, surveys\, and post-event communications. \nRecording Disclaimer: By registering for an FBA webinar\, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same\, do not register for the event. \nIf you have any questions regarding this program\, please contact Caitlin Rider\, Conference Manager.
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/webinar-employment_class_action_classification/
LOCATION:Online\, US
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section,Labor Employment Law Section
GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210602T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Preventing Medical Malpractice and Other Health Practice Issues through Empathic Communication
DESCRIPTION:Do you represent healthcare providers and facilities? Are you in-house counsel for a health system? If so\, are you prepared to advise your clients how to properly and effectively respond to harm or adverse events in healthcare settings? \nDuring this CLE\, we will discuss how healthcare providers and practices may avoid medical malpractice litigation through the use of empathic communication. Specifically\, we will discuss apology statutes; the rules of evidence; apology and forgiveness; the CANDOR program\, which promotes a culture of safety that focuses on caring for the patient\, family\, and caregiver by providing freedom for providers to acknowledge an error without fear that the admission will be used against them in court; and the possible criminalization of medical malpractice. \nPresented by the Alternative Dispute Resolution Section \n\nAbout the Presenters\nModerator: Herschenia Brown\, MBA\nMediator; FBA ADR Section Board Member \nHerschenia Brown is an aspiring employment mediator and financial operations professional with more than ten years experience in project management and process provement strategies\, and nine years in legal finance. She has obtained both Bachelor of Technical Management and Master of Business Administration degrees. Due to the growing number of employees who were experiencing work-related chronic stress\, anxiety\, and depression\, Herschenia decided to shift focus and embark on a new career. She became a Board Certified Integrative Mental Health Coach to support organizations in creating solutions to building better mental wellness cultures in an effort to retain top talent\, improve employee morale\, and reduce the number of grievances/legal claims. To offer the added critical benefit of mediation\, she entered the Dispute Resolution program at Pepperdine’s Straus University\, Caruso School of Law\, which she will complete in summer 2021. In her spare time\, Herschenia enjoys writing. She is an Amazon bestselling (in five parenting categories) and award-winning author under the pen name Aria Craig. She has written several articles for multiple publications and working on her first novel about the effects of sibling narcissism. \nAngela Eastman\, JD\, LLM\nPartner\, Pacific Apex Law Group; FBA ADR Section Officer and Board Member \nAngela Eastman is a health law attorney and regulatory compliance consultant primarily focusing on healthcare compliance and insurance regulatory law. Prior to her current position at Pacific Apex Law Group\, Angela practiced law for several years at Eastman Law + Dispute Resolution providing outside counsel to health insurance companies and other health organizations\, and served as in-house counsel for a large health insurer. As a result\, she is well versed in litigation\, transactions\, mediation\, and arbitration. Angela also provides ADR training and coaching services across the nation to employers and employees\, nonprofits\, and other business organizations\, and instructs business graduate and law students as an adjunct professor. Angela earned her BA from of McGill University\, JD from Vermont Law School\, and LLM in ADR from Pepperdine the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law. She has completed leadership training through the Vermont Leadership Institute (Snelling Center for Government)\, Leadership Champlain (Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce)\, and the University of Vermont (School of Business Administration). Angela holds certifications and designations in Project Management\, Advanced Project Management\, Market Conduct Management (MCM)\, Leadership and Management\, and Emotional Intelligence. Her admissions include the States of Vermont\, Washington and Colorado\, U.S. District Court (Vermont)\, and the U.S. Supreme Court. Angela serves as a board member for Cardinal Opportunities\, Inc. and chair-elect of the Federal Bar Association ADR Section. She is active in the local Boulder\, Colorado community by volunteering for and supporting non-profit organizations with missions focused on self-sufficiency\, education\, women\, and mental health and substance use disorder. \nJulie McCoy\, PharmD\, JD\nSenior Manager of Pharmacy\, Quality & Medication Safety and Director\, Pharmacy Residency\, Providence Southwest Washington; Partner\, Pacific Apex Law Group \nJulie focuses her legal practice on Health Care and Life Sciences with an emphasis on regulatory compliance\, and Alternative Dispute Resolution. She is experienced in collaborative development\, production\, distribution\, and utilization of scientific and healthcare-related products and services\, pharmaceuticals\, and devices\, with a focus on quality\, efficacy\, safety\, technological efficiency and minimization of cost. In addition to private practice\, Julie is currently Senior Manager of Pharmacy\, Quality and Medication Safety and Director of post-graduate year-one (PGY1) pharmacy residency programs at Providence Southwest Washington\, as well as an Adjunct Faculty member at Washington State University\, College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences and an Affiliate Faculty member at the University of Washington\, School of Pharmacy. Julie received her law degree at Mitchell Hamline School of Law with a concentration in Health Law and Compliance\, and completed her legal externships with the Communication and Optimal Resolution Team (CANDOR) as well as the Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission (PQAC) and FAVROS Law firm with a focus in Medical Malpractice Defense. \nKatie Gilbert Spear\, OD\, JD\nPartner\, Pacific Apex Law Group  \nKatie Gilbert-Spear is a dedicated\, results-driven professional with a vast background and wealth of knowledge in health care\, coupled with a passion for utilizing 15+ years of experience to provide legal services\, consulting\, advocacy\, and expertise to organizations\, corporations\, and individuals. She practices in the areas of Health Care and Life Sciences\, with a special interest in telehealth and telemedicine\, and Alternative Dispute Resolution. Katie graduated with honors from Auburn University with a degree in Biomedical Sciences and obtained a Master’s degree in Public Health\, specializing in Epidemiology\, from University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Public Health. She earned her Doctorate of Optometry from University of Alabama at Birmingham. Katie also graduated from the Mitchell Hamline School of Law with a concentration in Health Law and Compliance. Prior to law school\, Katie grew a multi-location Optometry/Ophthalmology office. She is also the founder and director of The Visual Performance Center\, which has conducted numerous research studies\, over the past decade\, in contact lenses\, solutions\, dry eye and visual performance. She is a consultant and speaker with various eyecare companies. Katie currently serves on the Board of Optometry for the state of Florida and is a member of the American Optometric Association’s Third-Party committee. \nMark Maines\, MDiv\nGrief & Trauma Specialist\, Crisis Consultant and Veteran Advocate\, Mark Maines Crisis Consulting \nMark Maines has been leading at the intersections of psychology\, spirituality\, and leadership science for over two decades.  He is the founder of a crisis consulting firm that specializes in guiding individuals and communities through grief and trauma\, moral injuries and crisis response/recovery planning.  As a former Naval officer he possessed subject matter expertise in combat trauma\, combat re-integration\, post traumatic stress\, and military ethics.  Mark was forward deployed and  proudly served the heralded “Blue Diamond” 1st Marine Division.  Mark works best in “high stakes\,” “high stress” environments and offers outside perspective\, useful strategy\, and enduring hope whenever possible. Mark earned his BS from John Brown University\, M.Div from Fuller Theological Seminary\, Certificate of Dispute Resolution from the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law\, and is working to complete his Doctorate of Psychology.  Mark’s most important work happens on the sidelines of baseball fields\, soccer pitches\, and horse arenas where he cheers on the passions of his three “tween” children.  Mark lives in north county San Diego and can be reached through his website www.markmaines.com. \n\nRegistration\nRegistration is now closed.\nRegistrants will receive webinar access information via calendar invitation approximately 24 hours prior to the session. \nLive Captioning: Closed captioning is available for all virtual webcasts. \nCancellation Policy: No refunds will be made for cancellations received after the close of business on May 26\, 2021. No-shows will be billed. Substitutions may be made at any time upon notification. Please contact Ariel White at awhite@fedbar.org with cancellation and/or substitution requests. \nInternet Requirements: Virtual programs require suitable internet strength to stream online panels. A minimum internet connection of 800 Kbps is recommended for an optimal attendee experience. Test your connection here.  \n\nCLE\nCLE: 1 CLE Credit (60min state) / 1.2 CLE Credit (50min state) \nCLE Credit will be processed/reported approximately 4-6 weeks after the event date and available for credit in states that allow credit for live webinar presentations. You must attend the live broadcast\, answer engagement polls\, and accurately enter your bar number in our database to receive credit. Certificates and required documentation for self-reporting states will be issued via email\, upon state bar approval. Thank you in advance for your patience\, as state bars are experiencing significant delays with virtual program processing. \nClick Here for more information on CLE Attendance and Reporting. \n\nEmail Communication Policy: By registering for this event\, you agree to receive email communications from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details\, Continuing Legal Education certification\, programming changes\, upcoming events\, surveys\, and post-event communications. \nRecording Disclaimer: By registering for an FBA webinar\, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same\, do not register for the event. \nIf you have any questions regarding this program\, please contact Caitlin Rider\, Sr. Conference Manager.
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/webinar-empathic-communication/
LOCATION:Online\, US
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T185323
CREATED:20211018T192242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T173107Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Evolution of Dispute Resolution from a Courtroom to a Computer Screen
DESCRIPTION:The interplay between courts and alternative dispute resolution (arbitration and mediation) has evolved in unprecedented ways during the pandemic. As judiciaries closed their doors\, alternative dispute resolution practitioners opened their laptops. The results: efficiency\, access to justice\, and a strengthened rule of law. This panel reviews the evolution\, issues and opportunities created from courtroom litigation to remote judicial settlement conferences and ADR proceedings. \nPresented by the Federal Litigation Section & Alternative Dispute Resolution Section \nRegistration for this event is now closed. \n\nAbout the Presenters\nJo Colbert Stanley\, Stanley Legal Services LLC (Moderator) \nLicensed in Delaware and Florida\, Jo has practiced law for more than 20 years\, focusing on employment law\, insurance defense\, human resource diversity education\, and sensitivity training. She blends this wealth of experience with her remarkable dispute resolution skills\, crafted through years of additional specialized training and advanced education. \nJo is a Florida Supreme Court qualified arbitrator\, certified circuit civil and county mediator\, Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators\, and a public arbitrator for FINRA. A proud Penn State grad\, she received her J.D. from Widener Law Commonwealth in Harrisburg\, PA\, and her LL.M. in Alternative Dispute Resolution from Shepard Broad College of Law in Davie\, FL. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis & Resolution at Nova Southeastern University’s renowned Halmos College of Arts & Sciences. Jo was recently honored as a Fellow of the American Bar Association’s Dispute Resolution Section and currently serves on the Executive Board of the Federal Bar Association’s ADR Section. A published author and sought-after presenter\, Jo regularly delivers training seminars to attorneys and other professionals. She also leads panels on topics such as ADR\, employment law\, and maritime-related themes. \nAva J Borrasso\, Ava J Borrasso\, P.A.  \nAva Borrasso FCIArb has served as arbitrator and counsel in numerous arbitrations. She sits as sole\, panel and emergency arbitrator in international and domestic arbitrations in disputes involving international distribution and trade agreements\, financial services\, business torts\, construction and sport. She is a panel member of the ICDR and the AAA complex and commercial panels\, and registered with the ICC. \nWith over 30 years of experience\, she has acted as lead counsel in complex commercial disputes before the ICDR\, AAA\, and ICC\, as well as before state and federal courts. Before establishing the firm in 2015\, she was a partner with a prominent international arbitration and litigation boutique for nearly a decade handling complex cross-border commercial disputes. She is admitted to practice in Florida (1994) and Illinois (1990 inactive). \nShe is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and member of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors of its North America Branch. She also sits on the Editorial Board of the ABA’s Dispute Resolution Magazine. \nHer work has been recognized by Who’s Who Legal (arbitration)\, Legal500 Latin America (international arbitration)\, Best Lawyers in America (international arbitration – commercial and commercial litigation)\, Best Law Firms (commercial litigation)\, and Legal Elite and Super Lawyers (international). \nHon. Suzanne H. Segal (Ret.)\, Signature Resolution \nAfter 18 years as a United States Magistrate Judge with the Central District of California\, including four years as the Chief Magistrate Judge\, Hon. Suzanne H. Segal (Ret.) joins Signature Resolution as a mediator\, arbitrator and Special Master/Discovery Referee. During her tenure on the federal bench\, Judge Segal presided over numerous trials\, evidentiary hearings\, motions and discovery conferences involving diverse subject matter. Judge Segal served as the settlement judge in hundreds of cases\, settling business and insurance disputes\, patent\, trademark and copyright actions\, and employment\, civil rights\, and tort cases. Judge Segal handled a wide range of motions and settlements arising out of class actions\, particularly in the wage and hour context. Judge Segal has broad experience in securities litigation\, including matters brought by private investors and the SEC. In addition\, Judge Segal has extensive experience in matters involving the False Claims\nAct and related actions involving the healthcare industry. Judge Segal has served as a Special Master or Discovery Referee in cases involving the False Claims Act\, mass tort and insurance claims\, patent litigation\, and product liability claims. Before her appointment to the bench\, Judge Segal served as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Civil Division of the Los Angeles U.S. Attorney’s Office for 12 years. As an AUSA\, Judge Segal handled a variety of cases\, including contract\, employment\, civil rights\, Medicare reimbursement and tort claims. She also brought consumer and civil rights actions on behalf of the Department of Justice. From 1999 to 2002\, she served as the Chief of Civil Appeals for the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Prior to serving in the U.S. Attorney’s Office\, Judge Segal was a civil litigator at Dewey\, Ballantine and Adams\, Duque and Hazeltine. \n\nRegistration\nRegistration for this event is now closed. \nRegistration Fees \n\nFBA Member: $0\nNonmember: $75\n\nLive Captioning: Closed captioning is available for all virtual webcasts. \nCancellation Policy: No refunds will be made for cancellations received after the close of business on November 24\, 2021. No-shows will be billed. Substitutions may be made at any time upon notification. Please contact Ariel White at awhite@fedbar.org with cancellation and/or substitution requests. \nInternet Requirements: Virtual programs require suitable internet strength to stream online panels. A minimum internet connection of 800 Kbps is recommended for an optimal attendee experience. Test your connection here.  \n\nCLE\nCLE: 1 CLE Credit (60min state) / 1.2 CLE Credit (50min state) \nCLE Credit will be processed/reported approximately 4-6 weeks after the event date and available for credit in states that allow credit for live webinar presentations. You must attend the live broadcast\, answer engagement polls\, and accurately enter your bar number in our database to receive credit. Certificates and required documentation for self-reporting states will be issued via email\, upon state bar approval. Thank you in advance for your patience\, as state bars are experiencing significant delays with virtual program processing. \nClick Here for more information on CLE Attendance and Reporting. \n\nEmail Communication Policy: By registering for this event\, you agree to receive email communications from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details\, Continuing Legal Education certification\, programming changes\, upcoming events\, surveys\, and post-event communications. \nRecording Disclaimer: By registering for an FBA webinar\, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same\, do not register for the event. \nIf you have any questions regarding this program\, please contact Ariel White\, Program Coordinator\, at awhite@fedbar.org
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/webinar-the-evolution-of-dispute-resolution-from-a-courtroom-to-a-computer-screen/
LOCATION:Online\, US
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section,Federal Litigation Section
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T185323
CREATED:20220330T142320Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Transforming Conflict with WellBeing
DESCRIPTION:How legal and ADR professionals can use wellbeing to transform conflict into opportunity for personal and professional growth. In this webinar\, attendees will gain an understanding of the different areas of wellbeing\, why it is important\, and how to implement practices for better conflict resolution. \nPresented by the Alternative Dispute Resolution Section \nRegistration is Closed \n\nPanelists\nHerschenia Brown\, MBA\, CIHC\, ADR\n \nHerschenia A. Brown\, owner of In Agreement Dispute Resolution LLC\, is an Employment Mediator\, External Ombuds\, and Corporate Consultant in the field of Dispute Resolution. She is also a Certified Integrative Health Coach\, Speaker\, and Bestselling and Award-Winning Author under the PEN Aria Craig. \nHerschenia’s education includes a Master of Business Administration; Graduate Certificate in Dispute Resolution (from Pepperdine University); Bachelor of Science in Technical Management; and Board Certification in Mental Health Coaching. She also currently serves as the Tri-Chair of Membership for the Federal Bar Association’s ADR Section and on the Advisory Board for the National Workplace Bullying Coalition (NWBC). \nHer career has spanned from financial operations to project management where she led teams for multi-million dollar corporate projects\, created cost-saving initiatives\, resolved internal disputes\, and helped organizations stay in compliance. Now\, she has shifted to working with employees and employers to implement methods for resolving internal conflict and improving workplace culture through three separate solutions: Ombuds\, Mediation\, and Corporate Consulting. \nWhile working on establishing her own brand\, Herschenia spent some of her free time writing books under the PEN Aria Craig\, which earned her awards and placed her on the Amazon bestseller’s list in five parenting categories. Her books build bravery\, resilience\, and empowerment for moms struggling with the stressors of being single\, divorced\, or in a blended family dynamic; as well as children dealing with social issues\, such as bullying. \nAmy G. Pruett\, Esq.\, LL.M.\, Attorney/Mediator\, Williams Mullen \nAmy G. Pruett\, Esq.\, LL.M is an Intellectual Property Attorney and Certified Mediator at Williams Mullen\, where she counsels clients on rights in brands\, copyrights\, and other intellectual property assets. Pruett serves on numerous boards and committees\, including Federal Bar Association’s ADR Section\, Virginia Mediation Network\, Charlottesville Albemarle Bar Association\, Virginia State Bar – IP Section\, and several in the ABA’s ADR Section and the Law Practice Division. Pruett developed a passion for wellbeing through her love of yoga. She is a 500hr certified yoga instructor and coach\, and she co-founded Abunditude\, LLC\, (www.abunditude.us) to provide transformational conflict coaching\, training and leadership programs. She writes and speaks regularly on Transformative Practices to Engage in Conflict\, and she is writing a book on her RIGHT NOW Model for conflict resolution. She is dedicated to integrating yoga practices into her legal and mediation work for better clarity\, direction\, and a true sense of purpose and connection with herself and her clients. \n\nRegistration\nRegistration is Closed \nRegistration for this event will close April 21 at 2 PM ET.  \nRegistration Fees \n\nFBA Member: $0\nNonmember: $75\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLive Captioning: Closed captioning is available for all virtual webcasts. \n\n\nInternet Requirements: Virtual programs require suitable internet strength to stream online panels. A minimum internet connection of 800 Kbps is recommended for an optimal attendee experience. Test your connection here.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLE\nPlease note CLE will not be offered for this event.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\nQ: How do I access the virtual webinar?\nA: Each webinar will have a unique link to watch the live broadcast. Registered attendees will receive login instructions via a calendar invitations 24 hours prior to the webinar. \nQ: Will recordings of the sessions be available after the event?\nA: Approved sessions will be available for registrants to view live and on-demand following the webinar. \nQ: Who do I contact for more information?\nA: Please contact sections@fedbar.org for any other questions. \n\nEmail Communication Policy\nBy registering for this event\, you agree to receive email communications from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details\, Continuing Legal Education certification\, programming changes\, upcoming events\, surveys\, and post-event communications. \nRecording Disclaimer\nBy registering for an online FBA program\, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same\, do not register for the event.
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/webinar-transforming-conflict-with-wellbeing/
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220617T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T185323
CREATED:20220322T171103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220617T155618Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Elevating Your ADR Practice\, Profile\, and Appointments
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, participants will learn how to: \n\nEstablish Your Practice\nRaise Your Profile\nGet Appointed\n\nAn experienced neutral\, a neutral services provider\, a marketer\, and a former general counsel will share: \n\nPractical Tips\nConcrete Takeaways\nExpert Advice\n\nRegistration is Closed \n\nPanelists\nRich Lee \nRich is the CEO and Co-Founder of New Era ADR\, a fast-growing VC-backed dispute resolution technology company that eliminates gamesmanship in litigation. In just a year since its launch in April 2021\, New Era has built a bench including some of the country’s leading arbitrators and mediators\, already counts multiple Fortune 1000 companies\, mid-market companies\, and leading higher ed institutions as clients\, and has garnered the support of leading attorneys and law firms across the U.S. More importantly\, with its highly accessible\, streamlined\, and intuitive platform\, New Era makes it far easier for individuals and organizations to have their cases heard and efficiently resolved. \nPrior to starting New Era\, Rich was the General Counsel at Civis Analytics\, a fast-growing\, venture-backed data science technology company born out of President Barack Obama’s 2012 re-election campaign. He served on the executive team\, led legal\, cybersecurity\, and compliance\, and helped lead and evolve the company through rapid growth (600%+ in his tenure) and over $50M in funding. Prior to Civis\, Rich was SVP\, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Livevol\, a financial technology company that he helped to build\, grow\, and sell to CBOE Holdings (BATS: CBOE). \nRich also serves as an advisor\, board member\, and investor in technology startups and venture capital funds and in a leadership role in the Economic Club of Chicago. Passionate about solving the access to justice gap in the United States\, Rich also serves on the national Leader’s Council of the Legal Services Corporation (a U.S. Senate-funded 501c3) and on the board of Illinois Legal Aid Online. He holds a J.D. from Loyola University Chicago School of Law and a B.S. in Bioengineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. \nNatalie Armstrong-Motin \nMrs. Armstrong-Motin is the author of “The Essential Guide to Marketing Your ADR Practice”. She is frequently invited to speak around the globe on the successful marketing strategies of the resolution and legal industry. As a personal consultant to many of the premier providers in the ADR industry\, her company\, Marketing Resolution\, has designed and developed hundreds of campaigns for private practices\, firms\, educational institutions\, authors\, organizations and associations around the world. \nShe provides free marketing seminars known as Marketing Monday each week on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/NatalieArmstrongMotin)\, LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/in/marketingresolution) and Twitter @MarketingADR. \nMrs. Armstrong-Motin has received certificates in both Mediation and Arbitration from the Institute of Conflict Management and International Mediation from both Tulane University School of Law and Humboldt University School of Law in Berlin Germany. She has received nearly 150 hours in training in numerous national and international mediation\, arbitration and communication courses. Mrs. Armstrong-Motin’s professional education background is in conflict resolution\, sociology and criminal psychology. \nShe was Vice President of the Southern California Mediation Association and Chair of the Membership Committee\, a member of the Board of the London Club\, and has served on the Board of the California Dispute Resolution Council. For the American Bar Association’s Dispute Resolution Section she served as Vice-Chair of Practice Development Committee\, as the Co-Chair of the Standing Committee for Practice\, Business and Skills Development\, and is currently a Vice-Chair on the Marketing Committee. \nMrs. Armstrong-Motin is the founder of the Will Work For Food (www.WillWorkForFood.news) initiative bringing timely topics to attorneys\, mediators\, and arbitrators each week and raising money for food banks worldwide (more than $270k to date). \nWinter Wheeler \nWinter is a former top civil litigator who has made her niche as an expert mediator. She is sought out for her unique\, compassionate\, and successful style handling complex matters that involve a diverse range of cultures\, including Spanish speaking clients. \nWinter is the creator of The Four Cornerstones of Mediation™\, which she introduced to the world in her first TEDx talk in March 2021. She has turned that methodology into a 14-hour mediation and certification course. Winter’s second TEDx talk titled\, “Confessions of a Mom Who Has It All\,” was given in June 2021. She is co-author of the bestselling book\, #Networked\, as well as ​the creator and host of The Mediate Now™ podcast. \nJanice Sperow \nJanice Sperow is an independent full-time arbitrator\, Hearing Officer\, mediator\, Special Master\, discovery referee\, and Judge Pro Tem. With over 35 years of service as an arbitrator\, Ms. Sperow brings extensive experience and analytical depth to resolve disputes fairly\, efficiently\, and cost-effectively. Known for her responsiveness and well-managed cases\, Ms. Sperow specializes in commercial\, employment\, emerging technology\, healthcare\, transportation\, life sciences\, trade\, financial services\, mass claims\, intellectual property\, PAGA\, and expedited disputes. Experienced in remote hearings\, Ms. Sperow serves on videoconference\, documents only\, in person\, and hybrid hearings worldwide. She has been appointed as an arbitrator and/or mediator for CPR\, the American Arbitration Association\, the World Intellectual Property Organization\, FINRA\, the American Health Law Association\, the International Chamber of Commerce\, NFA\, NAM\, San Diego Superior Court\, New Era ADR\, Resolute Systems\, and more. She has been inducted into the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals and the\nAcademy of Court-Appointed Masters. \nHaving served as a mediator in countless matters\, as an arbitrator in over 450 arbitrations\, and as counsel in over 1000 arbitrations before becoming a full-time neutral\, Ms. Sperow has handled the full range of health care\, business\, consumer\, and employment disputes\, including contract\, fraud\, business torts\, legal services\, payor provider\, payment default\, faulty design\, aviation\, warranty\, trade secret\, IP misappropriation\, healthcare\, energy\, solar\, wind\, power\, and alternative energy\, PAGA\, injunctive relief\, FDIC\, interstate commerce\, unfair competition\, unfair business practices\, restraint of trade\, antitrust\, trade relationships\, cannabis\, franchise\, bio-tech\, technology\, elder abuse\, automotive\, communication\, telecommunications\, semiconductor\, professional fees\, defamation\, design defects\, medical devices\, goods and services claims\, race\, age\, sexual orientation\, gender\, and disability discrimination\, class actions\, misclassification\, wage and hour disputes\, Labor Code\, FEHA claims\, leave issues\, disability claims\, wrongful and constructive termination\, privacy concerns\, whistle-blower and retaliation claims\, sexual harassment\, workplace safety\, banking\, commodities\, securities\, unauthorized trading\, suitability\, fiduciary duties\, hedge fund\, brokerage\, loan repayments\, debt collection\, TCPA\, CCRA\, ACH matters\, privacy\, data breach\, and cybersecurity disputes. Ms. Sperow serves as a Hearing Officer for the City & County of Los Angeles\, the City & County of San Francisco\, and the San Diego Port Authority. \nA former litigator with Morrison & Foerster\, before becoming Managing Partner and Head of Litigation & ADR at Ruiz & Sperow\, a woman-owned\, minority owned law firm\, Ms. Sperow received her BA from UC Berkeley\, graduating magna cum laude and her JD from UC Hastings\, graduating summa cum laude. She began her career as an extern for the Hon. J Clifford Wallace of the 9th Circuit and as a judicial law clerk for the Hon. Richard J. Cardamone of the 2nd Circuit. Ms. Sperow writes and speaks on a wide range of ADR topics and actively participates in several dispute resolution associations and think tanks. Former president of the National Association of Women Lawyers and Vice President of the California Women Lawyers\, Ms.Sperow is committed to the profession and service \nBryan J. Branon (Session Organizer) \nBryan J. Branon is the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) Regional Relationship Manager for the Americas. In this role\, Bryan is responsible for promoting CIArb and its membership through trainings\, partnerships\, publications and educational programming opportunities within the CIArb Americas seven-Branch region (Bahamas\, Bermuda\, Brazil\, Canada\, Caribbean\, New York and North America). \nPrior to assuming this post\, Bryan owned his own international ADR practice and consultancy\, Branon’s ADR\, and has worked for leading international ADR providers where he helped found the Afghanistan Center for Dispute Resolution\, the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution and the International Mediation Institute. Additionally\, Bryan is an active leader at the FBA where he Co-Chairs the FBA Diversity and Inclusion Committee Membership Subcommittee and is the Immediate Past-Chair of the FBA Section of Alternative Dispute Resolution. He can be reached at BBranon@CIArb.org. \n\nPresented by the Alternative Dispute Resolution Section \nCo Sponsored by:  \nAmerican Bar Association Dispute Resolution Section \nAcademy of Court Appointed Masters \nArbitral Women \nCIArb \nInternational Institute for Conflict Prevention & Resolution (CPR) \nNational Academy of Distinguished Neutrals \nUnited States Council for International Business – International Chamber of Commerce \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\nRegistration is Closed \nRegistration for this event will close June 16 at 2 PM ET.  \nRegistration Fees \n\nFBA Member: $0\nNonmember: $75\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLive Captioning: Closed captioning is available for all virtual webcasts. \n\n\nInternet Requirements: Virtual programs require suitable internet strength to stream online panels. A minimum internet connection of 800 Kbps is recommended for an optimal attendee experience. Test your connection here.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLE\nPlease note CLE will not be offered for this event.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\nQ: How do I access the virtual webinar?\nA: Each webinar will have a unique link to watch the live broadcast. Registered attendees will receive login instructions via a calendar invitations 24 hours prior to the webinar. \nQ: Will recordings of the sessions be available after the event?\nA: Approved sessions will be available for registrants to view live and on-demand following the webinar. \nQ: Who do I contact for more information?\nA: Please contact sections@fedbar.org for any other questions. \n\nEmail Communication Policy\nBy registering for this event\, you agree to receive email communications from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details\, Continuing Legal Education certification\, programming changes\, upcoming events\, surveys\, and post-event communications. \nRecording Disclaimer\nBy registering for an online FBA program\, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same\, do not register for the event. \nIf you have any questions regarding this program\, please contact Daniel Hamilton\, Program Coordinator\, at dhamilton@fedbar.org
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/webinar-elevating-your-adr-practice-profile-and-appointments/
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T185323
CREATED:20220908T201907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T184829Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Nuts and Bolts of Building a Successful ADR Practice
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in starting or transitioning to an ADR practice? Have you thought about the resources necessary for building a successful ADR practice? Have you encountered challenges in building your ADR practice? \nJoin us for the Nuts and Bolts of Building a Successful ADR Practice. This informative and interactive presentation will include a panel of ADR professionals in various phases of their ADR careers who are happy to share advice\, recommendations\, and tips for building a successful ADR practice. \n  \nPresented by the Alternative Dispute Resolution Section & Younger Lawyers Division \n  \nRegistration is Closed \n\nPanelists\nHerschenia Brown\n \nHerschenia A. Brown\, owner of In Agreement Dispute Resolution LLC\, is an Employment Mediator\, External Ombuds\, and Corporate Consultant in the field of Dispute Resolution. She is also a Certified Integrative Health Coach\, Speaker\, and Bestselling and Award-Winning Author under the PEN Aria Craig. \nHerschenia’s education includes a Master of Business Administration; Graduate Certificate in Dispute Resolution (from Pepperdine University); Bachelor of Science in Technical Management; and Board Certification in Mental Health Coaching. She also currently serves as the Tri-Chair of Membership for the Federal Bar Association’s ADR Section and on the Advisory Board for the National Workplace Bullying Coalition (NWBC). \nHer career has spanned from financial operations to project management where she led teams for multi-million dollar corporate projects\, created cost-saving initiatives\, resolved internal disputes\, and helped organizations stay in compliance. Now\, she has shifted to working with employees and employers to implement methods for resolving internal conflict and improving workplace culture through three separate solutions: Ombuds\, Mediation\, and Corporate Consulting. \nWhile working on establishing her own brand\, Herschenia spent some of her free time writing books under the PEN Aria Craig\, which earned her awards and placed her on the Amazon bestseller’s list in five parenting categories. Her books build bravery\, resilience\, and empowerment for moms struggling with the stressors of being single\, divorced\, or in a blended family dynamic; as well as children dealing with social issues\, such as bullying. \nConnor Bifferato \nIan (“Connor”) Bifferato has been a practicing member of the Bar of the Delaware Supreme Court\, United States District Court for the District of Delaware and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit for more than 25 years. Connor focuses his practice on\ncomplex litigation\, including commercial\, environmental\, commercial bankruptcy and significant toxic exposure tort cases\, as well as alternative dispute resolution in all of these practice areas. \nWith a success rate of greater than ninety percent\, Connor has mediated hundreds of commercial and complex litigation disputes\, including matters pending in all Delaware state and federal Courts as well appeals from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District\nof Delaware. Connor mediates matters pending in the United States Bankruptcy Courts\, such as secured lender disputes\, preference litigation and creditors rights issues. He also frequently serves as an arbitrator for single and triple panel\, binding and non-binding commercial arbitrations. \nExperienced as lead counsel in complex litigation\, Connor also frequently teams with lawyers from around the country and internationally who need access to Delaware’s Courts\, which are renowned as a primary forum for national and international corporate and complex litigation. \nJudge Christopher S. Sontchi \nChristopher S. Sontchi is an International Judge of the Singapore International Commercial Court and is the former Chief Judge of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware (from which he recently retired). He is a frequent speaker in the United States and abroad on issues relating to corporate reorganizations. He is a Lecturer in Law at The University of Chicago Law School and has taught restructuring to international judges through the auspices of the World Bank and INSOL International. He is also a member of the International Insolvency Institute\, Judicial Insolvency Network\, National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges\, American Bankruptcy Institute and INSOL International. He was recently appointed to the International Advisory Council of the Singapore Global Restructuring Initiative\, and the Founders’ Committee for The University of Chicago Law School’s Center on Law and Finance. \nJudge Sontchi has testified before Congress on the safe harbors for financial contracts. He has also published articles on creditors’ committees\, valuation\, asset sales and safe harbors. \nJudge Sontchi attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa and obtained a B.A. with distinction in Political Science. He received his J.D. from The University of Chicago Law School\, after which he returned to his native Delaware to serve as a law clerk in the Delaware Supreme Court. \nAmy Boyle \nAmy Boyle currently serves as the Chair Elect of the National Board of Directors for the Federal Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division and the Programming Co-Chair for the Federal Bar Association’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Section. Amy is a Founding Partner at MJSB Employment Justice in Minneapolis\, Minnesota. She handles all types of employment matters\, with a particular focus on representing women who have experienced sex discrimination\, sexual harassment and assault\, and retaliation at work and whistleblower clients who have reported illegal workplace practices or companies engaged in deceitful conduct. As a member of the Minnesota Women Lawyers\, Amy is also the Co-Chair of its Judicial Initiative. \nAngela Eastman \nAngela Eastman is the Chair of the Federal Bar Association’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Section. She is currently employed as Associate General Counsel for Asante Health System and Adjunct Professor at Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law. Prior to her current employment positions\, Angela worked in private practice for several years providing legal counsel and regulatory compliance services to various health and insurance organizations. Recently\, Angela received the Fellowship designation from the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.  She remains active in her local Boulder\, Colorado community by volunteering for and supporting non-profit organizations with missions focused on self-sufficiency\, education\, women\, and mental health and substance use disorder. \n\nRegistration\nRegistration is Closed \nRegistration Fees \n\nFBA Member: $0\nNonmember: $75\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLive Captioning: Closed captioning is available for all virtual webcasts. \n\n\nInternet Requirements: Virtual programs require suitable internet strength to stream online panels. A minimum internet connection of 800 Kbps is recommended for an optimal attendee experience. Test your connection here.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLE\nPlease note CLE will not be offered for this event.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\nQ: How do I access the virtual webinar?\nA: Each webinar will have a unique link to watch the live broadcast. Registered attendees will receive login instructions via a calendar invitations 24 hours prior to the webinar. \nQ: Will recordings of the sessions be available after the event?\nA: Approved sessions will be available for registrants to view live and on-demand following the webinar. \nQ: Who do I contact for more information?\nA: Please contact sections@fedbar.org for any other questions. \n\nEmail Communication Policy\nBy registering for this event\, you agree to receive email communication from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details\, Continuing Legal Education certification\, programming changes\, upcoming events\, surveys\, and post-event communications. \nRecording Disclaimer\nBy registering for an online FBA program\, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same\, do not register for the event. \nIf you have any questions regarding this program\, please contact Daniel Hamilton\, Program Coordinator\, at dhamilton@fedbar.org
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/webinar-the-nuts-and-bolts-of-building-a-successful-adr-practice/
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section,Younger Lawyers Division
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T185323
CREATED:20230314T142448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T130007Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Confidentiality in Mediating Federal Administrative Law Cases
DESCRIPTION:Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) reference materials often cite “confidentiality” as a critical feature of ADR processes.  Confidentiality encourages candid discussions that open the door to negotiated resolutions-  but when ADR programs and neutrals promise confidentiality\, they must know the bounds of their promise under the law and applicable ADR agreements.  This presentation will review statutes\, caselaw\, and ADR agreements so mediators don’t promise more confidentiality than they can deliver.  The program will focus on federal administrative cases with an emphasis on FAA issues\, but will be useful to practitioners in all fields. \n  \nPresented by the Alternative Dispute Resolution Section & Transportation & Transportaion Law Section \n  \nRegistration is Closed \n\nPresenters\nIntroduction & Q&A – James Downey\, Chair\, ADR Section\n \nJames Downey is an Attorney/Advisor for the Department of the Army. He is a Lieutenant Colonel in the Judge Advocate General’s Corps in the Massachusetts Army National Guard and serves on the panel of neutrals for: the Better Business Bureau; FINRA; the Department of Defense; and MWI Inc. He is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island and Suffolk University Law School. He has completed various ADR certificate trainings at among other places: Harvard Law School and the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute. He is an instructor in mediation with Quabbin Mediation in Orange\, MA and a member of the Massachusetts Bar. He is a member of the Town of Braintree’s Planning Board and the American Legion Post 86. \nJudge John A. Dietrich\, Director and Chief Administrative Judge\, Office of Adjudication/Office of Dispute Resolution for Acquisition & Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)\n \nJohn Dietrich is an attorney and mediator with a wide range of experience in federal acquisition\, workplace disputes\, aviation enforcement\, and environmental law.  He currently leads FAA Office of Adjudication\, which adjudicates and mediates civil penalty appeals\, other enforcement cases\, contract claims\, and bid protests.  Before joining FAA\, he served in several civilian positions for the Department of the Navy.  These included serving as a Senior Trial Attorney in the Navy Litigation Office and later as the Assistant General Counsel (ADR).  For several years he has been an author and active speaker on ADR matters.  He has served in leadership positions for the Interagency ADR Working Group\, the ADR Committee of the American Bar Association’s Section of Public Contract Law\, and the National Conference of Administrative Law Judiciary. \n\nRegistration\nRegistration is Closed \nRegistration Fees \n\nFBA Member: $0\nGovernment Employees: $0\nNonmember: $75\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLive Captioning: Closed captioning is available for all virtual webcasts. \n\n\nInternet Requirements: Virtual programs require suitable internet strength to stream online panels. A minimum internet connection of 800 Kbps is recommended for an optimal attendee experience. Test your connection here.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLE\nPlease note CLE will not be offered for this event.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\nQ: How do I access the virtual webinar?\nA: Each webinar will have a unique link to watch the live broadcast. Registered attendees will receive login instructions via a calendar invitations 24 hours prior to the webinar. \nQ: Will recordings of the sessions be available after the event?\nA: Approved sessions will be available for registrants to view live and on-demand following the webinar. \nQ: Who do I contact for more information?\nA: Please contact sections@fedbar.org for any other questions. \n\nEmail Communication Policy\nBy registering for this event\, you agree to receive email communication from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details\, Continuing Legal Education certification\, programming changes\, upcoming events\, surveys\, and post-event communications. \nRecording Disclaimer\nBy registering for an online FBA program\, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same\, do not register for the event. \nIf you have any questions regarding this program\, please contact Daniel Hamilton\, Program Coordinator\, at dhamilton@fedbar.org
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/webinar-confidentiality-in-mediating-federal-administrative-law-cases/
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section,TTSL
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SUMMARY:Pride in ADR
DESCRIPTION:The FBA Alternative Dispute Resolution and LGBTQ+ Law Sections\, in collaboration with the FBA Diversity and Inclusion Committee\, and the District of Columbia Chapter\, present the first-ever\, “Pride in ADR” event on Monday\, June 17th from 5:00-9:00 p.m. ET\, generously hosted by the law firm Sidley Austin in Washington\, D.C. and available in hybrid format\, remotely\, anywhere in the world. \n \nPride in ADR is a celebration of the LGBTQIA+ communities’ availability\, visibility\, and selection as professionals in the field of alternative dispute resolution and a conversation about some of the challenges which persist as well as those which lay ahead. The Hon. Ana C. Reyes\, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia\, the first Hispanic woman and the first open LGBTQIA+ judge to be appointed to the D.C. federal district court\, will keynote. A panel discussion will follow\, featuring leading alternative dispute resolution practitioners who will share their experiences of coming to the ADR profession as members of the LGBTQIA+ communities including some of the risks\, rewards and considerations weighed at the intersection of privacy\, personal and professional concerns. Cocktails and conversations will follow the panel presentation both in-person and online. \nThe event is in honor of Pride\, celebrated annually in June\, which commemorates the Stonewall Riots\, but which also demonstrates\, raises consciousness\, and develops courage\, dignity\, and feelings of self-worth for a population which continues to face open hostility and discrimination in today’s society despite advancements in civil rights. \nPride in ADR is proud to have received the Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Diversity Grant as well as financial support from the FBA ADR Section. \nNo matter your practice\, no matter your location\, no matter your sexual orientation\, come “out” in-person or online\, Monday\, June 17th\, and join us. Show your Pride in ADR! \nIn-person registration will be available on-site the day of the event\, but advance registration is welcome and appreciated. On-line registration is open until Monday\, June 17 at Noon ET. \nRegistration is CLOSED.\nJune 17 Hybrid Event\nIn-Person: Sidley Austin’s D.C. Office\, 1501 K Street\, Suite 600\, Washington\, D.C. 20005\nTime: 5-9 p.m. ET\nNetworking Cocktail Reception to follow\nHybrid Component: 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. ET \nPresenters\nKeynote:\nHon. Ana Reyes\, U. S. District Court for the District of Columbia\, the first Hispanic woman and first open-LGBTQIA+ judge to be appointed to the D.C. Federal District Court\nIn-Person Panelists (alphabetical): \nBryan J. Branon\, J.D.\, Principal\, Branon’s ADR and Vice-Chair\, FBA D&I Committee (Washington\, D.C.)\nDr. Kabir A.N. Duggal\, Attorney\, Arbitrator\, Mediator\, Arnold & Porter (New York\, NY)\nGenesis Fisher\, Esq.\, JAMS Mediator\, Arbitrator & Trainer (New York\, NY)\nAnthony J. May\, Partner\, Brown Goldstein & Levy (Baltimore\, MD)\nPatrick Pearsall\, Partner\, A & O Shearman (Washington\, D.C.)\nRichard Perque\, Arbitrator & Mediator\, MAPS Mediation Arbitration Professional Systems\, Inc. (New Orleans\, LA) \nEvent Hosts\nTiffany Delery Davis\, Arbitrator & Mediator\, American Arbitration Association & MAPS Mediation Arbitration Professional Systems\, Inc. (New Orleans\, LA)\nJo Colbert Stanley\, JD\, LLM\, FCIArb\, Managing Shareholder\, Stanley Legal Services LLC and Chair\, ADR Section\, Federal Bar Association (Ft. Lauderdale\, FL) \nOn-Line Correspondents:\nAmy Boyle\, Partner\, MSB Employment Justice\, (Minneapolis\, MN)\nMario Choi\, Administrative Law Judge\, Oakland regional office of the Office of Administrative Hearings (Oakland\, CA)\nJosé C. Camacho Vázquez\, Esq. – Corporate Associate – Toro Colón Mullet\, P.S.C. (San Juan\, Puerto Rico) \nAbout the Presenters\nKeynote: Hon. Ana Reyes\, U. S. District Court for the District of Columbia\, the first Hispanic woman and first open LGBTQIA+ judge at the D.C. federal district court in history \nJudge Reyes was appointed as a United States District Judge in February of 2023\, assuming the seat previously held by Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly. \nJudge Reyes served as a law clerk to Judge Amalya L. Kearse on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit (2001).  After clerking\, Judge Reyes became a litigation attorney at Williams & Connolly LLP\, where she spent her legal career from 2001 to 2023.  While there\, she served as the co-chair of the firm’s International Disputes practice group and on its Executive Committee.  Her practice focused on international litigation\, representing foreign governments\, foreign government officials\, and multinational companies.  Judge Reyes also worked on patent\, legal malpractice\, and other complex civil litigation matters. \nJudge Reyes devoted substantial pro bono time to assisting refugees and organizations that assist refugees in obtaining asylum\, including the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and Human Rights First. In 2016\, she received the Legacy Award from Unlikely Heroes for her successful representation of young women escaping persecution by a regional terrorist organization.  The Legal Times has recognized her as a “Champion” for her pro bono efforts (2009). \nIn 2023\, the Hispanic National Bar Foundation presented Judge Reyes with its “Judicial Leadership Award\,” which recognizes excellence in the legal profession.  While in private practice\, Judge Reyes earned accolades from The Legal 500 as a “Leading Lawyer” (2023) and “Next Generation Lawyer” (2020-2022) in International Litigation and from Benchmark Litigation as a “Local Litigation Star” (2019-2023).  The National Law Journal recognized her multiple times\, including on its Outstanding Women Lawyers list recognizing “the 75 most accomplished female attorneys working in the legal profession today” (2015); as an “Immigration Trailblazer” (2018); a Washington D.C. “Rising Star” (2014); and as a Minority 40 Under 40 (2011).  In 2017\, the Women’s Bar Association of D.C. named her as its “Woman Lawyer of the Year.” \nJudge Reyes was born in Montevideo\, Uruguay\, and grew up in Louisville\, Kentucky.  She received her J.D.\, magna cum laude\, from Harvard Law School (2000)\, her M.I.P.P.\, with honors\, from the School of Advanced International Studies at Johns Hopkins University (2014)\, and her B.A.\, summa cum laude\, from Transylvania University (1996).  Along with her admissions to bars of the United States\, Judge Reyes was listed on the Roll of Solicitors in England and Wales.  Judge Reyes co-taught Advocacy in International Arbitration as a Clinical Visiting Co-Lecturer at Yale Law School (2018\, 2019) and co-taught Trial Practice\, Experts at Georgetown University Law School (2017). \nJudge Reyes is often joined in Chambers by her golden retriever\, Scout\, who obtained his own Juris Dogtor\, summa cum laude. \nBryan J. Branon\, J.D.\, Principal\, Branon’s ADR and Vice-Chair\, FBA D&I Committee\, Bryan J. Branon is an international arbitrator\, mediator and business development strategist whose career has focused on the intersection of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and public policy. A former law clerk on the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee\, U.S. Court of International Trade\, and intern in the Irish Parliament\, Bryan has worked for several leading ADR provider organizations where he helped establish the Afghanistan Centre for Commercial Dispute Resolution\, the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution and the International Mediation Institute. He is a founding member of the Tashkent International Arbitration Centre “45” Steering Committee and previously served as the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Ciarb) Regional Relationship Manager for the Americas where he led efforts to establish the first native Spanish-speaking branch in Ciarb history\, Peru. \nBryan serves by FBA Presidential Appointment as Vice Chair of the FBA Diversity and Inclusion Committee after being nationally elected Chair of the FBA ADR Section. Bryan frequently lectures\, publishes and consults on diversity\, equity and inclusion\, international ADR systems design\, neutral appointments\, ADR strategy\, procedure and contract clause considerations. He welcomes arbitrator and mediator appointments\, consultancy\, speaking and publishing inquiries both in the U.S.A. and abroad. Bryan can be reached at Brvan@BranonsADR.com. \n \nDr. Kabir A.N. Duggal\, Attorney\, Arbitrator\, Mediator\, Arnold & Porter. Dr. Kabir Duggal is an attorney in Arnold and Porter’s New York office focusing on international arbitration and public international law matters\, serving both as arbitrator and mediator. He is recognized as a “Chartered Arbitrator” (the highest ranking for arbitrators) by both the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and the Asian Institute of Alternative Dispute Resolution. He also frequently serves as an expert on international arbitration and public international law matters. Dr. Duggal is also a Lecturer-in-Law at Columbia Law School\, an adjunct Professor at Fordham Law School\, and a Course Director and a Faculty Member for the Columbia Law School-Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Comprehensive Course on International Arbitration. He also acts as a Consultant for the United Nations Office of the High Representative for Least Developed Countries (UN-OHRLLS) on the creation of a novel “Investment Support Program.” Dr. Duggal works closely with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP) as an expert. He has also conducted training and capacity-building sessions for several Governments on public international law and dispute resolution matters. He also serves on the Federal Republic of Somalia’s New York Convention Task Force as well as the WTO Negotiating Team (International Board). He has published over 60 articles and has spoken at over 300 arbitration events all over the world. He currently serves as the President of the Bucharest International Arbitration Center. He is also a passionate advocate for diversity\, equity\, and inclusion issues and frequently writes and speaks on these issues. He is the Co-Founder of REAL (Racial Equality for Arbitration Lawyers)\, a non-profit seeking to create greater representation in international arbitration. He is a graduate of the University of Mumbai\, University of Oxford (DHL-Times of India Scholar)\, NYU School of Law (Hauser Global Scholar)\, Leiden Law School (2019 CEPANI Academic Prize)\, and is currently pursuing an SJD Degree from Harvard Law School. Dr. Duggal is admitted to practice law in New York\, District of Columbia\, England & Wales (as a Barrister)\, and in India. His LinkedIn profile is available here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duggalkabir/ \nGenesis Fisher\, Esq.\, JAMS Mediator\, Arbitrator & Trainer. Genesis Fisher is a mediator\, facilitator\, and trainer at JAMS who is highly adept at helping companies and families deal with tough issues. Through mediation\, one-on-one coaching and conflict resolution training\, she gets people talking so they can share their frustrations\, address differences\, and repair trust. She has led or supervised over 250 mediations. Her trainings and workshops have helped over 2\,000 people in six countries communicate better and create effective solutions. \nMs. Fisher is the former director of the Mediation Clinic at New York Law School and has been an adjunct professor since 2014\, having taught more than a dozen courses at NYLS\, John Jay College\, and Rutgers Law School. She also trains attorneys\, former judges\, and other professionals to mediate for the New York State court system. \nMs. Fisher is a certified mediator\, a lead neutral for JAMS Pathways\, a member of the Eastern District of New York Mediation Panel\, and serves on the inaugural Advisory Committee for the Center for Creative Conflict Resolution\, which provides conflict resolution services for over 70 New York City agencies. She is a past president of the board of directors for the Association for Conflict Resolution in Greater New York. \nPrior to focusing on dispute resolution\, Ms. Fisher spent eight years fighting for the rights of indigent clients as a public defender with the Legal Aid Society. She started her legal career at the Southern Poverty Law Center\, where she worked on national civil rights issues and Alabama jail and women’s prison reform. She became interested in public interest law when she was the coordinator of volunteers at the Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless in D.C. \n \nAnthony J. May\, Partner\, Brown Goldstein & Levy. Anthony May has represented clients in a variety of complex litigation matters including assisting employees with disabilities in obtaining accessible technology and accommodations in the workplace\, representing individuals who have been wrongfully convicted\, commercial litigation disputes\, and fighting workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation. \nPrior to joining the firm\, Anthony was the Francis D. Murnaghan\, Jr. Appellate Advocacy Fellow at The Public Justice Center\, where he represented indigent clients\, authored amicus briefs\, and argued in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and Maryland appellate courts on various anti-poverty and civil rights cases. He clerked on the Appellate Court of Maryland (formerly known as the Maryland Court of Special Appeals) for the Honorable Deborah Sweet Eyler (Ret.). \nWhile attending law school\, Anthony worked as a law clerk at Brown Goldstein & Levy\, was the Executive Symposium Editor of the Journal of Race\, Religion\, Gender & Class\, a semi-finalist in the ABA Labor & Employment Law Trial Competition\, and a Legal Writing Fellow. \n \nPatrick W. Pearsall\, Partner\, A & O Shearman. Patrick Pearsall has decades of experience representing Fortune 500 companies and sovereign states in complex commercial contract and investment disputes. In addition to his commercial work\, Patrick is often also called upon to assist companies and executives struggling with exposure from a geopolitical crisis. Patrick is widely recognized as one of the foremost experts in the world on investment protection and dispute avoidance. He has successfully resolved claims involving billions of dollars for clients in dozens of industries. \nFor nearly a decade\, Patrick served in the U.S. State Department working on economic diplomacy. He departed in 2017 as the Chief of Investment Arbitration. In addition to his representations\, Patrick was on a drafting committee for revision of the ICC Rules\, was advisor on the revision of the AAA Rules\, and led the negotiations of several bilateral and multilateral treaties on behalf of the United States. \nPatrick has received several awards and serves on multiple boards. He is band ranked in Chambers\, recommended in the Legal 500\, listed in Latinvex as a “Top 100 Lawyer” in 2024\, and the youngest person ever listed as a “Global Thought Leader” the highest designation in the peer ranked Who’ s Who Legal: Arbitration\, where he is recognized as “an incredible advocate\,” “whose razor-sharp mind is unmatched” and who is a “leader in public international law.” \nHe is an adjunct professor at Columbia Law School and Georgetown University Law Center where he teaches two courses on arbitration. He has also taught at Harvard Law School and Yale Law School. \nPatrick sits on the panel of arbitrators for the International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) as well as for the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC)\, the Korean Commercial Arbitration Board (KCAB). \n \nRichard Perque\, Arbitrator & Mediator\, MAPS Mediation Arbitration Professional Systems\, Inc. Richard Perque began his legal career with his grandfather Risley “Pappy” Triche\, and mother\, Jane Triche-Milazzo. Following his grandfather’s retirement and mother’s election to the District Court in the 23rd Judicial District\, and her subsequent appointment to the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana\, Richard opened his private practice to serve in the areas of family law\, wills and estates\, personal injury\, civil rights\, and general civil litigation. In 2014\, Richard was nominated by New Orleans City Council Member Jason Williams and unanimously confirmed by the New Orleans City Council to serve on the Human Relations Commission for the City of New Orleans\, where he served until 2016. \nIn 2016\, Governor John Bel Edwards nominated\, and the Louisiana State Senate confirmed Richard to serve as a Commissioner to the Louisiana Commission on Human Rights\, representing the 2nd District\, where he served until 2022. In 2022\, the Louisiana Supreme Court appointed Richard to serve as Judge Pro Tempore of the Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans\, where he served until 2023. In 2023\, Richard co-founded DivorcePlus\, a technology platform that provides individuals with on-demand direct access to a range of divorce services\, including online legal services and divorce coaching. \nEvent Hosts\n \nTiffany Delery Davis\, Arbitrator & Mediator\, American Arbitration Association & MAPS Mediation Arbitration Professional Systems\, Inc. Tiffany Davis has almost 20 years of experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants in state and federal court. She has been entrusted with complex and challenging legal matters for a variety of corporate and individual clients throughout her career. Tiffany has focused her litigation practice on matters concerning maritime and oilfield torts and contracts\, personal injury\, insurance and indemnity\, environmental cleanup\, property damage\, and coastal erosion. She also has experience handling e-discovery\, toxic tort litigation and regulatory and transactional matters. \nTiffany has always strived to promote civility and professionalism among members of the bar and to emphasize the importance of respect for the rule of law. She is also a founding member of the New Orleans Legal Diversity Collaborative and works with other organizations to advance diversity\, equity\, inclusion and belonging in legal and other institutions. Tiffany knows that diverse perspectives produce better outcomes\, and she is dedicated to promoting diversity in all aspects of the legal profession. \nTiffany is active in many professional and community organizations\, often serving in Board positions. She has spoken on issues relating to the nuances of Louisiana law\, environmental litigation\, insurance and indemnity\, electronic discovery\, the Medicare Secondary Payor Act\, offshore drilling\, and DE&I. \nTiffany graduated from Tulane Law School in 2005. Prior to beginning her legal career\, Tiffany served for 8 years as an Intelligence Analyst in the United States Marine Corps Reserve with over three years of decorated active-duty service at home and abroad. Tiffany is married to Brandon Davis\, a Partner at Phelps Dunbar\, LLP. Tiffany and Brandon are the proud parents of three children. \n \nJo Colbert Stanley\, JD\, LLM\, FCIArb\, Managing Shareholder\, Stanley Legal Services LLC and Chair\, ADR Section\, Federal Bar Association. An independent neutral and legal consultant\, Jo Colbert Stanley is a Florida Supreme Court qualified arbitrator and certified mediator and holds a Diploma in International Maritime Arbitration from the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators where she is a Fellow. Jo is an arbitrator with the AAA on their consumer panel and serves as a Chair-qualified Public Arbitrator\, hearing financial services-related matters for FINRA\, and is a Registered Mediator for Florida’s Department of Financial Services where she handles a heavy case load of property insurance disputes. During her 20-plus years as a litigator in private practice\, Jo focused on commercial litigation\, employment\, and insurance law. In that continued capacity\, Jo offers legal consultant services and is Of Counsel at Colodny Fass\, a leading insurance defense firm in Florida\, working with their litigation and employment departments. Rostered on the International Yacht Arbitration Council\, Jo was recently appointed by the Broward County Government Commissioners to serve on the county’s Marine Advisory Committee. In 2023\, Jo was also honored by being selected as an Associate of the College of Commercial Arbitrators. \nJo is active in numerous national and local volunteer Bar associations\, currently serving on the Admiralty Law Committee of The Florida Bar and as Chair of the Broward County Bar Association’s Admiralty/Maritime Law Section. Jo is also heading up the FBA’s Admiralty Law Section’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee. Jo notes she is a proud member of the Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute\, the Port Everglades Association\, the Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (where she serves as secretary on the Yachting Committee)\, and the Fort Lauderdale Mariners Club. \nIn addition to her other professional engagements\, Jo regularly presents continuing legal education seminars\, accepts invitations to present at conferences\, and submits articles on dispute resolution and maritime topics. Jo is also currently working on her Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis and Resolution at Nova Southeastern University in Florida. In her “spare” time\, Jo co-owns and operates Stanley Yacht Services (a yacht management and maintenance company based in Fort Lauderdale). She also endlessly practices her golf swing\, to no avail. \nOn-Line Correspondents\nAmy Boyle\, Partner\, MSB Employment Justice. Amy Boyle is a partner at MSB Employment Justice in Minneapolis\, Minnesota. She handles all types of employment matters\, with a particular focus on representing women who have experienced sex discrimination\, sexual harassment and assault\, and retaliation at work and whistleblower clients who have reported illegal workplace practices or companies engaged in deceitful conduct. Amy also represents clients who have found themselves in an untenable work situation\, advising and negotiating severance agreements for executive-level employees often leaving long-term employment. \nBoyle is the Chair Elect and Programming Chair of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Section and the Immediate Past Chair of the Younger Lawyers Division. A frequent speaker on the topics of employment law\, discovery\, trial\, and diversity and inclusion\, Boyle has organized and presented at many FBA events. Aside from her work with the FBA\, Boyle is active with the Minnesota Women Lawyers\, serving as a Board Member and the Co-Chair of its Judicial Initiative\, and Minnesota NELA. \nMario Choi\, Administrative Law Judge\, Oakland regional office of the Office of Administrative Hearings. Judge Mario Choi is an administrative law judge with the California Office of Administrative Hearings. Prior to serving the people of California\, Judge Choi was a Partner at Donahue Fitzgerald LLP\, where he advised and represented clients in complex commercial litigation and other matters. Judge Choi was also an attorney at a plaintiff side class action law firm\, handling securities\, consumer protection\, and antitrust class actions. He began his legal career in New York\, first as a law clerk to Justice of the New York Supreme Court\, and then as a litigation associate at a mid-size law firm located in Midtown Manhattan. \nJudge Choi is active in the community\, serving as a Judge Pro Tem for the San Francisco Superior Court\, a lecturer at Berkeley Law\, and as a leader on the boards of several non-profit and legal organizations\, including currently serving as Chair of LGBTQ+ Law Section of the Federal Bar Association. Judge Choi is a graduate of Boston University\, Columbia University\, and Northeastern University. \nJosé C. Camacho Vázquez\, Esq. – Corporate Associate – Toro Colón Mullet\, P.S.C. José C. Camacho Vázquez is an Attorney at Law admitted to the bar and practice of law in Puerto Rico. Practices as a transactional attorney and offers clients legal services in corporate and commercial law\, real estate transactions and commercial litigation. Admitted to the bar for the Federal District Court for the District of Puerto Rico\, the bar for the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit and the bar of the United States Supreme Court. In addition\, Mr. Camacho-Vazquez is Member of the Chamber of Commerce of Puerto Rico\, the Federal Bar Association and the Puerto Rico Manufacturer’s Association. \n\nEvent Partner\nPaul Thaler\, Esq.\, Co-Interim Executive Director\, National LGBTQ+ Bar Association. Paul Thaler is the co-Interim Executive Director of the National LGBTQ+ Bar Association & Foundation alongside his longtime colleague Judi O’Kelley. Paul’s permanent role with the organization is the Chief Development Officer\, in which he is responsible for all of the LGBTQ+ Bar’s fundraising initiatives. Under Paul’s leadership\, the LGBTQ+ Bar has significantly increased its conference fundraising as well as expanded its individual and institutional giving programs. Paul has substantial experience in fundraising\, LGBTQ+ non-profit leadership\, and law. \n  \nPresented by the Alternative Dispute Resolution Section and the LGBTQ+ Law Section\, in collaboration with the FBA Diversity and Inclusion Committee\, and the District of Columbia Chapter \nThank you for support from the Foundation of the Federal Bar Association\, the Federal Litigation Section\, the Federal Career Service Division\, the Law Student Division\, the Senior Lawyers Division\, the Younger Lawyers Division\, the American Arbitration Association\, Williams & Connolly LLP\, maps Mediation & Arbitration\, and the National LGBTQ+ Bar Association. Thanks also to Champion Sponsor JAMS. \n \n \n\nRegistration\n[Register Now!]\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-person registration will be available on-site the day of the event\, but advance registration is welcome and appreciated. On-line registration is open until Monday\, June 17 at Noon ET. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note CLE will not be offered for this event.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\nQ: How do I access the virtual component?\nA: The virtual programming will have a unique link to watch the live broadcast. Registered attendees will receive login instructions via a calendar invitations 24 hours prior to the event. \nQ: Who do I contact for more information?\nA: Please contact sections@fedbar.org for any other questions. \n\nEmail Communication Policy\nBy registering for this event\, you agree to receive email communication from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details\, Continuing Legal Education certification\, programming changes\, upcoming events\, surveys\, and post-event communications. \nRecording Disclaimer\nBy registering for an online FBA program\, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same\, do not register for the event. \nIf you have any questions regarding this program\, please contact sections@fedbar.org
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/pride-in-adr/
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section,District of Columbia Chapter,Diversity & Inclusion,LGBTQ+ Law Section,Younger Lawyers Division
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Distinctive Ethical Landscapes: Exploring Arbitration vs. Mediation and the Diverse Roles Within
DESCRIPTION:This webinar aims to dissect and contrast the ethical guidelines and considerations inherent in arbitration and mediation. Expert panelists will delve into the unique ethical obligations of neutrals\, advocates\, and parties in both contexts\, highlighting the differences and commonalities in their roles and responsibilities. The discussion will clarify the ethical frameworks guiding each ADR process and explore how professionals can navigate these ethical landscapes effectively. Designed for legal professionals engaged in or interested in ADR\, this webinar promises a comprehensive exploration of ethics in arbitration and mediation\, enriched by real-world insights. \nPresented by the Alternative Dispute Resolution Section. \n[Register Now!]\nFor questions regarding this program\, please contact MyLaw CLE by email: registration@mylawcle.com or phone: 877-406-8636. \n\nAbout the Presenters\nModerator: Jo Colbert Stanley\, JD\, LLM\, FCIArb\, Managing Shareholder\, Stanley Legal Services LLC and Chair\, ADR Section\, Federal Bar Association. An independent neutral and legal consultant\, Jo Colbert Stanley is a Florida Supreme Court qualified arbitrator and certified mediator and holds a Diploma in International Maritime Arbitration from the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators where she is a Fellow. Jo is an arbitrator with the AAA on their consumer panel and serves as a Chair-qualified Public Arbitrator\, hearing financial services-related matters for FINRA\, and is a Registered Mediator for Florida’s Department of Financial Services where she handles a heavy case load of property insurance disputes. During her 20-plus years as a litigator in private practice\, Jo focused on commercial litigation\, employment\, and insurance law. In that continued capacity\, Jo offers legal consultant services and is Of Counsel at Colodny Fass\, a leading insurance defense firm in Florida\, working with their litigation and employment departments. Rostered on the International Yacht Arbitration Council\, Jo was recently appointed by the Broward County Government Commissioners to serve on the county’s Marine Advisory Committee. In 2023\, Jo was also honored by being selected as an Associate of the College of Commercial Arbitrators. \nJo is active in numerous national and local volunteer Bar associations\, currently serving on the Admiralty Law Committee of The Florida Bar and as Chair of the Broward County Bar Association’s Admiralty/Maritime Law Section. Jo is also heading up the FBA’s Admiralty Law Section’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee. Jo notes she is a proud member of the Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute\, the Port Everglades Association\, the Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (where she serves as secretary on the Yachting Committee)\, and the Fort Lauderdale Mariners Club. \nIn addition to her other professional engagements\, Jo regularly presents continuing legal education seminars\, accepts invitations to present at conferences\, and submits articles on dispute resolution and maritime topics. Jo is also currently working on her Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis and Resolution at Nova Southeastern University in Florida. In her “spare” time\, Jo co-owns and operates Stanley Yacht Services (a yacht management and maintenance company based in Fort Lauderdale). She also endlessly practices her golf swing\, to no avail. \nRachel A. Gupta\, Principal\, Gupta Dispute Resolutions LLC\nMs. Gupta is a neutral who: Has twenty years of commercial and legal experience\, and has managed and resolved high-profile and high-stakes complex commercial litigation; As in-house counsel for nearly a decade\, learned firsthand the external and internal pressures that influence businesses in making decisions and that must be addressed before reaching a resolution; Has the patience and requisite interpersonal skills to manage contentious relationships and move the parties from impasse to problem-solving; As a mediator\, provides an impartial reality check for the parties to gain a better understanding of their likely litigation outcome and uncovers areas of common ground to develop potential solutions to address the parties’ unique circumstances; and As an arbitrator\, employs a judicious temperament and an innovative process to address each case’s unique facts and circumstances. Throughout her extensive career\, Ms. Gupta has worked with private and public companies across multiple industries. She has gained an in-depth understanding of\,  and helped to resolve\, a wide range of commercial and legal issues\, including securities\, insurance\, structured finance\, corporate governance\, tort\, and employment. This professional experience\, complemented by her perceptive\, trustworthy and solution-oriented disposition\, enables her to effectively resolve multifaceted disputes and challenging dynamics. \nJim Madison\, Owner\, Madison Mediation\nADR Experience: More than 40 years’ experience as an arbitrator and more than 20 years’ experience as a mediator in both domestic and transnational cases. The majority of cases have involved design and/or construction or employment disputes. Other cases have covered a broad range of subject areas from technology and biotech disputes to real property\, franchising\, intellectual property\, mortgage banking\, advertising\, international trading\, personal property leasing\, and vegetable seed breeding. Arbitrations have included cases with Croatian\, English\, Finnish\, Japanese\, Korean and Taiwanese firms. Mediations have included French and Philippine interests. \nLegal Experience: As a trial lawyer and counselor\, experienced in construction\, labor and employment\, securities\, banking\, antitrust\, unfair competition\, real property\, sports\, media and other business matters. Practice in construction involved representing general contractors\, subcontractors\, specialty contractors\, equipment suppliers\, owners\, developers\, public agencies\, lenders\, and design professionals on public and private industrial\, institutional\, commercial\, heavy engineering/highway and residential projects. Practice in labor and employment involved representing union and non-union employers in various lines of business and also employees in some cases. \nAna Cristina Maldonado\, Assistant Professor of Law and Director of Externships\, Nova Southeastern University College of Law\nAna Cristina Maldonado obtained her Bachelor’s Degree from Amherst College\, a Masters in Conflict Resolution from George Mason University\, and her J.D. from St. Thomas University.  She is Chair Elect of The Florida Bar’s ADR Section\, where she founded the Section’s Committee on Justice\, Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) to advocate for greater diversity among neutrals.  In 2023\, Cristina was appointed by the Chief Justice to the Mediator Ethics Advisory Committee.  Certified by the Florida Supreme Court in Circuit Civil\, County\, Dependency and Family mediation and qualified as an arbitrator\, Cristina has trained over 400 new mediators in Circuit Civil\, Family and Dependency mediation.  She mediated full time between 2012 and 2023\, with the 15th Judicial Circuit ADR Office\, her own mediation firm and as a panel member of Upchurch Watson White and Max.  Cristina has recently joined the faculty at Nova Southeastern University’s Shepard Broad College of Law as their Director of Externships.  She is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese. \nDavid Singer\, Principal\, SingerADR Neutral Services\nDavid Singer served as an independent neutral Arbitrator and Mediator in hundreds of cases for more than 30 years. \nArbitrations include: International dispute between telecommunications company and dealers; Technology dispute between major electronics manufacturer and computer software vendor; Employment disputes arising from agreements between former executives and financial and other businesses and institutions; Commercial disputes arising from purchase and sale agreements; Disputes arising from alleged breaches of franchise\, dealer and distributorship agreements; Disputes arising from the purchase\, sale and merger of businesses; Employment disputes between businesses and former employees regarding post-termination covenants;  Real estate dispute arising from sale of property subject to affordable housing regulation; Employment disputes involving discrimination and whistle blowing; Dispute arising from multi-billion dollar REIT transaction; International commercial dispute involving the sale and distribution of plastic pallets; Healthcare dispute between prominent physician and his medical practice and large hospital. \nMediations include: International real estate dispute between high end broker and purchaser at auction; International dispute between financial services company and former CFO; Commercial dispute between purchaser and seller of high-tech rubber products; International construction dispute between building contractor and real estate developer \nAs a busy civil trial lawyer and litigator for 37 years\, David represented Fortune 500 companies\, privately held companies\, small businesses and individuals. Cases included: International arbitration defending Brazilian manufacturer of high tech sensors against claims brought; by Chinese company; award in favor of client and counterclaims awarded for theft of patents and trade secrets; Federal court jury trial defending solarium manufacturer against fraud and breach of contract claims; jury verdict in favor of client and award of counterclaims; Bench trial defending Argentinian jet aircraft distributor against claims brought by prior Argentinian owner alleging interference with contract and related claims; after three week trial in New Jersey Superior Court\, decision in favor of client; Construction arbitration representing International Mission to the United Nations\, general and sub-contractors and architect; and Bench trial successfully defending large commercial tenant. \n\nRegistration\n[Register Now!]\n\nLive Broadcast | FBA Member: $0\nLive Broadcast | Nonmember: $95\nOn-Demand Broadcast | FBA Member: $50\nOn-Demand Broadcast | Nonmember: $95\n\nFor questions regarding this program\, please contact MyLaw CLE by email: registration@mylawcle.com or phone: 877-406-8636.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLE\nPlease note: CLE for this webinar has not been pre-approved.\nMyLaw and the FBA will seek 1.0 General CLE credit hours in 60-minute states\, and 1.2 General CLE credit hours in 50-minute states. \nPosted credit hours are estimated and subject to respective state approval and rounding rules. CLE qualifications vary by state/jurisdiction. \nFor questions regarding this program\, please contact MyLaw CLE by email: registration@mylawcle.com or phone: 877-406-8636.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmail Communication Policy\nBy registering for this event\, you agree to receive email communication from the Federal Bar Association and affiliated sponsors of the program concerning event details\, Continuing Legal Education certification\, programming changes\, upcoming events\, surveys\, and post-event communications. \nRecording Disclaimer\nBy registering for an online FBA program\, you agree to the recording of audio and visual content presented during the live event and consent to subsequent use of the recording by the FBA. You agree that the recording is the sole property of the FBA and that the recording may be used by the FBA in any manner in its sole and absolute discretion. This recording may include questions and poll responses provided by you during the live event. If you do not consent to the recording and the FBA’s use of the same\, do not register for the event.
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CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Future is Now: Exploring the Role of AI in Alternative Dispute Resolution
DESCRIPTION:**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone** \nThis panel discussion will explore the rapidly evolving role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in alternative dispute resolution (ADR). The program will address the opportunities and challenges that AI brings to the field of mediation and arbitration. The panelists will address timely topics\, including AI as a tool in ADR\, the impact of AI on the mediation process\, and ethical considerations. This program is ideal for law students\, newer attorneys\, mediators\, and seasoned ADR professionals who are interested in the intersection of technology and dispute resolution. \nPresented by the FBA’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Section \n  \nRegister Today!\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenters:\nRenee Henson\, Visiting Assistant Professor of Law\, University of Missouri School of Law \nProfessor Renee Henson is a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Missouri School of Law\, specializing in artificial intelligence and products liability law. Before joining academia in July 2023\, she practiced at Stinson LLP\, where she handled complex business and commercial litigation\, including products liability and intellectual property disputes\, earning accolades such as Missouri Lawyer’s Media’s Top Verdict and Settlement Winner in 2023 and the Lawyers of Color “Hot List” in 2022. Professor Henson’s scholarship explores the intersection of AI and tort law\, with articles forthcoming in the Georgia State University Law Review and published in the Missouri Law Review and Temple Law Review. Professor Henson teaches Lawyering: Problem-Solving and Dispute Resolution and Products Liability\, and she serves on the Missouri Supreme Court’s Committee on Jury Instructions and Charges – Civil. A sought-after speaker\, she frequently presents on AI’s legal and ethical implications and is also a mediator at Henson & Henson Dispute Resolution\, LLC. She earned her J.D. from the University of Missouri School of Law\, where she was Editor-in-Chief of the Business\, Entrepreneurship & Tax Law Review\, and graduated magna cum laude with distinction from Columbia College. \n  \nAntone Melton-Meaux\, Founder and CEO\, Work Resolve Mediation \nAntone Melton-Meaux is the Founder of Work Resolve Mediation and has over 25 years of experience in the law. Antone began his legal career as an employment attorney at Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom and later became a Partner at Jackson Lewis. He has also been the Chief Employment Counsel for St. Jude Medical and a Human Resources Leader for St. Jude Medical and Abbott Laboratories. Antone is a member of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals and the International Academy of Mediators. He also teaches ADR courses as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Minnesota Law School\, serves on the mediation panel for the American Arbitration Association\, is rated AV Preeminent® by Martindale-Hubbell for the highest level of professional excellence\, and has been recognized in Best Lawyers in America®. Antone obtained his J.D. as a Congressional Fellow from the University of Virginia School of Law. Antone also earned a Master of Theology from Union Theological Seminary in New York City as a Union Scholar. \n  \n  \nLaurel Stevenson\, Director\, Mediation and Assessment Program (MAP)\, U.S. District Court\, Western District of Missouri \nAfter more than two decades as a litigator in which she tried more than eighty jury trials to verdict\, Laurel Stevenson became the Director of the Mediation and Assessment Program (known as MAP) for the United States District Court\, Western District of Missouri in 2020. Laurel has served as a mediator or facilitator in more than 1\,000 cases\, including more than 300 Zoom mediations. She has resolved a wide variety of cases\, including class actions\, FLSA\, employment\, wrongful death\, transportation\, medical malpractice\, and commercial disputes. Several resolutions have resulted in institutional policy changes. She has also served as an arbitrator\, provided neutral evaluations\, and been involved in summary jury trials and mini trials. Laurel trains judges\, law students\, attorney-advocates\, and neutrals on ADR and has taught more than fifty CLE’s in multiple areas\, including ADR\, trial practice\, ethics\, AI\, insurance\, and trauma. She has numerous published legal articles in multiple publications\, including The Resolver\, Just Resolutions\, and the Journal of the Missouri Bar.  \nLaurel is the Co-Chair of the Dispute Resolution Section’s Court ADR Committee\, the Treasurer of the Federal Bar Association’s ADR Section\, and the Editor of The Resolver\, a publication of the  FBA’s ADR Section. For the past three years\, she has been a mentor to law students through the FBA’s mentorship program. \n  \n(Moderator) Naveen Raue\, J.D. Candidate\, University of Missouri School of Law\, Class of 2027. \nNaveen Rau is currently pursuing a legal education at the University of Missouri School of Law\, as part of the Class of 2027. He is actively involved in the law school community as a Missouri Law Ambassador and a member of the Missouri Law Veterans Society. He emphasizes building robust advocacy and research abilities\, with a keen interest in Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property. \nBefore attending law school\, Naveen served as a U.S. Army Military Intelligence officer. In this role\, he gained extensive experience in strategic analysis\, critical decision-making\, and leading diverse teams under challenging conditions. His military background instilled a disciplined approach to problem-solving\, a deep respect for teamwork\, and a strong ability to thrive under pressure—qualities that he now applies to his legal studies and professional development. \nNaveen is enthusiastic about leveraging the law to effect meaningful change and is eager to apply his analytical and interpersonal skills in future legal practice. \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\nRegister Today! \n\nLive Broadcast | FBA Member: $0\nLive Broadcast | Nonmember: $95\nOn-Demand Broadcast | FBA Member: $50\nOn-Demand Broadcast | Nonmember: $95\n\n\n\nCLE\nPlease note: CLE for this webinar has not been pre-approved.\nMyLaw and the FBA will seek 1.0 General CLE credit hours in 60-minute states\, and 1.2 General CLE credit hours in 50-minute states. \nPosted credit hours are estimated and subject to respective state approval and rounding rules. CLE qualifications vary by state/jurisdiction. \nFor questions regarding this program\, please contact MyLaw CLE by email: registration@mylawcle.com or phone: 877-406-8636.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Add to calendar
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/webinar-the-future-is-now-exploring-the-role-of-ai-in-alternative-dispute-resolution/
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Justice Seen - Arbitrator Transparency & Disclosure Ethics
DESCRIPTION:Justice Seen: Arbitrator Transparency & Disclosure Ethics:\n(What Neutrals Need to Know About Conflicts\, Obligations\, and Gray Areas) \nThis engaging and timely program explores the ethical responsibilities of arbitrators\, with a focus on disclosure obligations under prominent frameworks such as the AAA/ABA Code of Ethics\, JAMS Guidelines\, and IBA Rules. The panel will delve into the gray areas that challenge even seasoned neutrals\, including nuanced questions about social and professional relationships\, ongoing disclosure duties\, and maintaining public confidence in arbitration outcomes. Featuring accomplished neutrals and ADR leaders\, the session will offer real-world hypotheticals\, practical advice\, and interactive discussion to help arbitrators navigate conflicts of interest and uphold transparency with integrity. \nPresented by the FBA Alternative Dispute Resolution Section \nRegister Today!\n\nAbout the Presenters\n  \nHon. Suzanne H. Segal (Ret.)\nArbitrator\, Mediator\, Special Master\, Discovery Referee – Signature Resolution  \nJudge Suzanne H. Segal (Ret.) is a distinguished neutral with a robust arbitration and mediation practice\, drawing on nearly two decades of judicial experience. She served as a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Central District of California from 2002 to 2020\, including four years as Chief Magistrate Judge. At Signature Resolution\, she handles complex commercial\, insurance\, employment\, intellectual property\, and class action disputes. A longtime leader in the Federal Bar Association\, she served on the Executive Boards of both the Los Angeles Chapter and the Federal Litigation Section. Judge Segal is also a member of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals and a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation.  \n  \n \nMark J. Heley\nPartner\, Heley\, Duncan & Melander\, PLLP  \nMark Heley is a nationally recognized arbitrator\, mediator\, and construction law attorney. A founding partner of his Minneapolis-based firm\, he represents clients in complex contract and litigation matters and has worked on landmark projects like U.S. Bank Stadium and the Mall of America. He is a Fellow and Past President of the College of Commercial Arbitrators and a Fellow of the American College of Construction Lawyers. \n  \n  \n  \n \nTina Patterson\nPrincipal\, Jade Solutions\, LLC  \nTina Patterson is an accomplished arbitrator and mediator with experience in government contracting\, IP\, land use\, and public engagement. She serves on the panels of AAA\, CPR\, FINRA\, and the D.C. Bar Arbitration Board\, and is an Associate in the College of Commercial Arbitrators. An IMI Qualified Mediator\, she co-chairs the ABA Dispute Resolution Public Disputes Committee and serves on the boards of the DR Section Council and the Academy of Court Appointed Neutrals. \n  \nJo Colbert Stanley (Moderator)\nManaging Shareholder\, Stanley Legal Services; Director of Maritime Affairs\, Colodny Fass   \nJo Colbert Stanley is an arbitrator\, mediator\, and attorney with more than 25 years of legal experience and a strong emphasis on alternative dispute resolution. As Managing Shareholder of Stanley Legal Services\, she leads a dedicated ADR practice handling matters in the consumer\, insurance\, maritime\, and commercial sectors. Jo is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators\, holds a Diploma in International Maritime Arbitration\, and serves on the panels of AAA\, FINRA\, and the International Yacht Arbitration Council. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis and Resolution\, and regularly writes and presents on arbitration ethics\, disclosure obligations\, and best practices. A past Chair of the FBA ADR Section\, Jo continues to serve on its Board. \n  \n\n\nRegistration\nRegister Here!\n\n\nLive Broadcast | FBA Member: $0\nLive Broadcast | Nonmember: $95\nOn-Demand Broadcast | FBA Member: $50\nOn-Demand Broadcast | Nonmember: $95\n\n\n\nCLE\nPlease note: CLE for this webinar has not been pre-approved.\nMyLaw and the FBA will seek 1.0 General CLE credit hours in 60-minute states\, and 1.2 General CLE credit hours in 50-minute states. \nPosted credit hours are estimated and subject to respective state approval and rounding rules. CLE qualifications vary by state/jurisdiction. \nFor questions regarding this program\, please contact MyLaw CLE by email: registration@mylawcle.com or phone: 877-406-8636.
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SUMMARY:Pride in ADR (New York)
DESCRIPTION:Pride in ADR (New York)  \nHosted by:\nFBA Diversity & Inclusion Committee\nFBA ADR and LGBTQ+ Law Sections\nFBA Southern District of New York Chapter\, and\nNew York State Bar Association Dispute Resolution Section \nYou are cordially invited to join the Federal Bar Association for the Second Pride in ADR (New York) Tuesday\, June 17\, from 5:00–9:00 p.m. ET\, hosted in person at Cardozo Law in New York City and available remotely\, virtually anywhere in the world. This year’s event will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Federal Arbitration Act\, the 25th Anniversary of Baker v. Vermont and a decade since Obergefell v. Hodges. \nPride in ADR is a celebration of the LGBTQIA+ communities’ availability\, visibility\, and selection as professionals in the field of alternative dispute resolution and a conversation about some of the challenges which persist as well as those which lay ahead. The Hon. Beth Robinson\, U.S. Circuit Judge for the Second Circuit Court of Appeals\, the first lesbian appellate court judge in our Nation’s history\, a former Vermont Supreme Court Justice and co-lead counsel in Baker v. Vermont which saw Vermont become the first state to sustain civil unions will keynote this year’s Pride in ADR focused on “Public Policy and Consensus Building as a Form of ADR.” Judge Robinson’s keynote will be followed by a panel discussion on the topic of the existence of an LGBTQIA+ ADR Ecosystem as conducive to the accessibility and selection of LGBTQIA+ arbitrators and mediators. \nPresented by the FBA’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee\, ADR and LGBTQ+ Law Sections\, the Southern District of New York Chapter\, and the New York State Bar Association Dispute Resolution Section\, this event honors Pride Month by recognizing and celebrating the contributions of LGBTQIA+ professionals in the field of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). \nThe panel will be followed by cocktails and conversation. \nNo matter your practice\, no matter your location\, no matter your sexual orientation\, no matter your gender identity\, come “out” in-person or online\, Tuesday\, June 17th\, and join us. Show your Pride in ADR! \n\nVenue\nThe June 17 event will be held in-person at the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (55 Fifth Ave\, NY\, NY 10003). Virtual participation is also available. \nPlease also join the event hosts for a casual evening with a cash bar at The Stonewall Inn from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday\, June 16\, 2025\, in advance of Pride in ADR (New York)! \n\nRegistration\nRegistration has closed for this event. \nRegistration is free\, but space is limited. \nFor questions about registration\, please email the Southern District of New York Chapter at secretary@fbasdny.org or FBA Sections and Divisions at sections@fedbar.org. \n\nAbout the Presenters\nKeynote:\n \n\nHon. Beth Robinson\, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit\nBeth Robinson has served on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit since November 2021\, and served on the Vermont Supreme Court for the preceding decade. Before she was a judge\, Robinson was a partner at Langrock Sperry & Wool in Middlebury and Burlington Vermont\, with a focus on workers’ compensation\, personal injury\, family law\, employment\, and LGBTQ rights\, and then served briefly as Counsel to Governor Peter Shumlin. Robinson is best known for her role as co-counsel in Baker v. State\, representing three same-sex couples seeking marriage licenses\, and as a leader in the Vermont Freedom to Marry movement from 1994-2010. \n  \n  \n \nWelcome: Christie McGuinness\, J.D.\, Master of Ceremonies \nChristie McGuinness is a Litigation Associate in the New York Office of Saul Ewing LLP. Christie focuses her practice on complex commercial litigation with a particular focus on False Claims Act matters. Christie also serves as the President of the Southern District of New York Chapter of the Federal Bar Association\, and as the Secretary of the Younger Lawyer’s Division of the Federal Bar Association. \n  \n  \nMarty Rouse \nMarty Rouse was recently Vice President for Outreach and Engagement for the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund. He served as National Field Director for the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) from 2004-2020. He was recruited to HRC after heading MassEquality\, the group that led the political fight to protect the marriage equality decision in Massachusetts. Marty spearheaded HRC’s efforts to build and flex the political muscle of the LGBTQ community across the US\, playing pivotal roles in winning marriage equality in Hawaii\, Maryland\, New Hampshire\, New York\, Vermont\, and Washington states before marriage equality was secured nationwide by the US Supreme Court in 2015. He also led HRC’s successful effort to build grassroots support to repeal the discriminatory ‘Don’t Ask\, Don’t Tell’ military policy. \nMarty was born and raised on Long Island. He was the State LGBT Director of Bill Clinton for President\, worked on LGBTQ issues under NYC Mayor David Dinkins and Manhattan Borough President Ruth Messinger. In 1996\, the White House sent Marty to Vermont to run President Clinton’s re-election there. Over several years Marty helped elect dozens of fair-minded state legislators in the Green Mountain State. \nIn the Clinton Administration\, Marty worked for Fair Housing Assistant Secretary Roberta Achtenberg (our nation’s first openly LGBTQ+ Senate confirmed political appointee). At the US Dept. of Health and Human Services\, Marty worked under Cabinet Secretary Donna E. Shalala where he helped bring attention to the health disparities experienced by LGBT people. \nMarty graduated from the State University of New York at Stony Brook which included one year at Tübingen University\, Germany. He currently runs his own political consulting firm\, Catamount Consulting. Clients have included the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) and the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA). \nMarty resides in the DC suburb of North Bethesda\, Maryland and is always in search of the perfect frozen margarita. \nSeth Rosen\, Chief Development Officer\, The American LGBTQ+ Museum \nSeth Rosen (he/him) is an attorney and seasoned fundraiser with over 20 years of experience raising funds for progressive human and civil rights nonprofits. \nAs a senior at Brandeis University\, Seth spent a year at GLBTQ Legal Advocates and Defenders (GLAD) as an intake volunteer. Answering countless questions from members of the LGBTQ+ community\, Seth saw how a small\, dedicated staff tackled enormous problems and helped thousands of people obtain the equality they deserved. The experience was life-changing. It opened his eyes to the effectiveness of strategic advocacy and the power of perseverance. Seth’s commitment to social justice and public service led him to law school and civil rights litigation. Since then\, Seth has gained considerable expertise in nonprofit law and fundraising. He’s held leadership positions at major national and international organizations\, including Planned Parenthood Federation of America\, Amnesty International USA\, GMHC\, Lambda Legal\, and the National LGBTQ+ Bar Association. \nSeth received his JD from New York Law School and his MPA. from New York University. Seth and his husband\, Dr. Jacob Goertz\, reside in New York City with their two sons. Seth is an avid marathon and ultra-marathon runner and can often be found in Central Park\, running miles or enjoying time with his family. \nWilliam (Bill) Crosby\, Jr.\, J.D.\, Featured Panelist \nWilliam (Bill) Crosby\, Jr. is Senior Vice President\, Associate General Counsel and Managing Attorney at Interpublic Group\, a New York based advertising and marketing company with over 50\,000 employees worldwide. At Interpublic\, where he has been since 2002\, Bill oversees global litigation\, manages the Latin American legal operations\, and serves as the chief of staff for the global legal department. He was an associate at Davis Polk & Wardwell from 1993 until 1995\, and at Kay\, Collyer & Boose (now defunct) from 1995 until 2002. He started serving as a commercial arbitrator in 2009 and has since presided over hundreds of domestic and international disputes involving a variety of contractual and intellectual property issues. Bill is a Fellow of the College of Commercial Arbitrators\, a Director of the AAA-ICDR\, a Director of NYIAC\, Chair of the AAA-ICDR Council\, Incoming Chair of the NYSBA Dispute Resolution Section for the 2025-26 term\, and is a former Director of the LGBT Bar Association of Greater New York. He speaks regularly on arbitration related issues (from the in-house and the arbitrator perspectives)\, as well as on litigation and compliance issues. Bill is a 1990 graduate of Yale College and a 1993 graduate of Stanford Law School. \nDr. Kabir Duggal\, Featured Panelist \nDr. Kabir Duggal is a Senior Fellow and Advisor at the Center for International Commercial and Investment Arbitration at Columbia Law School (CICIA) and an attorney in Arnold and Porter’s New York office\, focusing on international arbitration and public international law matters\, serving both as arbitrator and mediator. He is recognized as a “Chartered Arbitrator” (the highest ranking for arbitrators) by both the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and the Asian Institute of Alternative Dispute Resolution. He also frequently serves as an expert on international arbitration and public international law matters. Dr. Duggal is also a Lecturer-in-Law at Columbia Law School\, an adjunct Professor at Fordham Law School\, and a Course Director and a Faculty Member for the Columbia Law School-Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Comprehensive Course on International Arbitration. He also acts as a Consultant for the United Nations Office of the High Representative for Least Developed Countries (UN-OHRLLS) on the creation of a novel “Investment Support Program.” Dr. Duggal works closely with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP) as an expert. He has also conducted training and capacity-building sessions for several Governments on public international law and dispute resolution matters. He has published over 60 articles and has spoken at over 400 arbitration events all over the world. He is a graduate of the University of Mumbai\, University of Oxford (DHL-Times of India Scholar)\, NYU School of Law (Hauser Global Scholar)\, Leiden Law School (2019 CEPANI Academic Prize)\, and is currently pursuing an SJD Degree from Harvard Law School. Dr. Duggal is admitted to practice law in New York\, District of Columbia\, England & Wales (as a Barrister)\, and in India. His LinkedIn profile is available here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duggalkabir/ \nYasmine Lahlou\, J.D.\, Featured Panelist \nYasmine Lahlou\, J.D.\, is a Partner at Chaffetz Lindsey in New York. Fluent in English\, French and Italian\, Yasmine Lahlou has over 25 years of experience in international arbitration and litigation and has been with Chaffetz Lindsey since 2009. Initially trained in Paris and admitted in New York\, Yasmine is experienced in civil and common law systems. Yasmine has represented clients in arbitration proceedings conducted under the ICC\, ICDR\, LCIA\, UNCITRAL and ad hoc rules. She has acted as a presiding\, sole and co‐arbitrator in ICC\, SCC\, ICDR/AAA\, CRCICA and LCIA arbitrations. \nYasmine is a member of the International Court of Arbitration of the ICC and co-chair of the ICC’s Working Group on Expedited Procedure Provisions. For the third year in a row\, Yasmine has been named one of 23 “Global Elite Thought Leaders” in North America— a title reserved for the top 2.5% of ranked practitioners considered the “very best by peers and clients\, achieving the highest number of recommendations in the research”— by Who’s Who Legal 2025 Arbitration report. \nYasmine was just ranked Band 1 in Award Enforcement by Chambers USA and has been continuously recognized in Chambers\, Legal 500 and Latinvex. Yasmine is past co-editor-in-chief of the ICC’s Dispute Resolution Bulletin Editorial Board. Member of the ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR\, member of the Advisory Council of Africa Arbitration\, and retiring member of the board of directors of ArbitralWomen\, she is also a Peer Review Board member of the American Review of International Arbitration (ARIA) at Columbia Law School. \nRobyn Weinstein\, J.D.\, Featured Panelist \nRobyn Weinstein is the Director of the Cardozo Mediation Clinic and the Associate Director of the Kukin Program for Conflict Resolution. Previously\, Robyn was the Alternative Dispute Resolution Administrator for the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York (EDNY)\, where she was a mediator and directed the court’s mediation\, arbitration and mediation advocacy programs. Robyn has mediated a wide range of civil disputes including insurance and commercial matters\, employment discrimination and labor cases\, and civil rights matters involving the police and various corrections facilities. While at the EDNY\, she developed a Pilot Mediator Incubator to recruit\, mentor and train junior attorneys from diverse backgrounds to serve as mediators on the court’s roster. She also implemented a Trial Ready Rapid Mediation Pilot for civil cases in which trials were delayed due to the pandemic. \nPrior to her role at the court\, Robyn was the director for the Los Angeles office of Arts Arbitration & Mediation Services of California Lawyers for the Arts and an adjunct clinical professor of mediation at the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at the Pepperdine Caruso School of Law. During her time in California\, Robyn was elected president of the Southern California Mediation Association in 2015. More recently\, Robyn served as the co-chair of the DEI Subcommittee of the New York City Bar Association ADR Committee\, where she worked to develop the New York DEI Neutral Directory. Robyn is now chair of the ADR Inclusion Network and is the co-chair of the ABA Dispute Resolution Section Legal Education in Dispute Resolution Committee. Robyn has also written about the hurricane response mediation program developed at the Eastern District of New York\, and on the subject of diversity\, equity\, and inclusion initiatives in the field of dispute resolution. \nRobyn received her B.A. from George Washington University\, and her J.D. from Cardozo Law School where she was a member of the mediation clinic and a fellow for the Kukin Program for Conflict Resolution. She is a member of the Bar in New York and California and is approved as a Part 146 mediation trainer by the New York State Unified Court System. \nJess Waltman\, J.D.\, Panel Moderator \nJess Waltman joined Gordon Arata in 2023 and represents clients in commercial litigation matters. Prior to joining Gordon Arata\, Jess litigated complex pharmaceutical and medical device cases across the country. Jess is admitted to practice in Alabama\, Arizona\, Louisiana\, Mississippi\, and Texas; before the United States Courts of Appeals for the Fifth and Eleventh Circuits; and before the Supreme Court of the United States.\nIn 2013\, Jess graduated from the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College and the Patterson School of Accountancy at the University of Mississippi after being inducted into Phi Kappa Phi and the University of Mississippi Hall of Fame. He graduated from the University of Mississippi School of Law in 2016 and was awarded the “Robert C. Khayat Award for Outstanding Service to the Mississippi Law Journal” by his peers and the 2016 “Outstanding Law Student Award” by the faculty.\nJess served as president of the Young Lawyers Division of the Mississippi Bar from 2022 to 2023\, and he was honored as the Mississippi Association for Justice’s 2023 “New Lawyer of the Year”. Jess is a director of the Younger Lawyers Division of the New Orleans Chapter of the Federal Bar Association\, and he is an active member of Federal Bar Association’s Diversity Committee and LGBTQ+ Law Section.\nJess is a governor on the Human Rights Campaign’s Board of Governors\, and he is active with the New Orleans Bar Association\, the American Bar Association\, the Krewe of Armeinius\, the Krewe of King Arthur\, and the Krewe of Tucks. \nAmy Boyle\, J.D.\, Lead Organizer and Event Host \nAmy Boyle is the Managing Partner at MSB Employment Justice in Minneapolis\, Minnesota. Within the Federal Bar Association\, Amy is the Chair of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Section and a member of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee. She is a Past Chair of the Younger Lawyers Division and Past Member of the Sections and Divisions Council. A frequent speaker on the topics of employment law\, discovery\, trial\, wellness and wellbeing\, and diversity and inclusion\, Boyle has organized and presented at many FBA events. Aside from her work with the FBA\, Boyle is active with the Minnesota Women Lawyers\, serving as a Board Member and the Co-Chair of its Equity Committee and Judicial Initiative\, and Minnesota NELA.\nAmy’s practice involves handling all types of employment matters\, with a particular focus on representing women who have experienced sex discrimination\, sexual harassment and assault\, and retaliation at work and whistleblower clients who have reported illegal workplace practices or companies engaged in deceitful conduct. Amy also represents clients who have found themselves in an untenable work situation\, advising and negotiating severance agreements for executive-level employees often leaving long-term employment. \nBryan Branon\, J.D.\, Lead Organizer and Event Host \nBryan J. Branon\, J.D.\, Principal\, Branon’s ADR\, is an international arbitrator\, mediator and business development strategist whose career has focused on the intersection of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and public policy. A former law clerk on the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee\, U.S. Court of International Trade\, and intern in the Irish Parliament\, Bryan has worked for several leading ADR provider organizations on four continents over 15 years where he helped establish the Afghanistan Centre for Commercial Dispute Resolution\, the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution and the International Mediation Institute. He is a founding member of the Tashkent International Arbitration Centre “45” Steering Committee and previously served as the Ciarb Regional Relationship Manager for the Americas\, the first Americas-based employee in its 107-year-history\, where he established the Ciarb Americas headquarters and helped found the first Spanish-speaking branch in Ciarb history\, Peru. \nBryan frequently lectures\, publishes and consults on diversity\, equity and inclusion\, international ADR systems design\, neutral appointments\, and ADR strategy\, procedure and contract clause considerations. He welcomes arbitrator and mediator appointments\, consultancy\, speaking\, training and publishing inquiries both in the U.S.A. and abroad. Bryan can be reached at Bryan@BranonsADR.com. \n\nSponsors\nThank you to our Champion Sponsor\, AAA-ICDR! \n \nThank you to our Advocate Sponsor\, JAMS! \n \nThank you to our Ally Sponsors\, Saul Ewing and the FBA Federal Litigation Section! \n \n  \nThank you to our national partner\, The National LGBTQ+ Bar Association! \n \nThank you to our local partner\, the New York State Bar Association Dispute Resolution Section! \n \nThank you to the following supporting organizations for their contributions and support: \n\nFBA DC Chapter\nFBA International Law Section\nFBA New Orleans Chapter\nFBA Minnesota Chapter\nFBA Younger Lawyers Division\nInternational Association of LGBTQ Judges\nNew York International Arbitration Centre\nThe International Institute for Conflict Prevention and Resolution “CPR”
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/pride-in-adr-new-york/
LOCATION:Benjamin N Cardozo School of Law\, 55 Fifth Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section,Diversity & Inclusion,Federal Litigation Section,International Law Section,LGBTQ+ Law Section,Southern District of New York Chapter,Younger Lawyers Division
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SUMMARY:Webinar: ADR 101: Preparing In-House Counsel for Success in Dispute Resolution
DESCRIPTION:**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone** \nJoin us on December 16 for practical tips to help in-house counsel better position their clients for success during the dispute resolution process. Key topics will include the strategic value of Alternative Dispute Resolution\, clause drafting\, best practices for mediation statements\, and AI in ADR.  \nRegister Now!\nPresented by FBA’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Section cosponsored by FBA’S Corporate and Association Counsel Division \n\nPresenters\n \nJoanne Colbert Stanley\, Attorney \nA dedicated advocate for the marine and maritime industry\, Jo Colbert Stanley\, is a seasoned attorney\, accomplished arbitrator/mediator\, and intrepid maritime affairs consultant. Jo holds a Diploma in International Maritime Arbitration from the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators\, where she is a Fellow. She is a Florida Supreme Court-qualified arbitrator and certified mediator and serves on multiple arbitration panels\, including the International Yacht Arbitration Council\, the American Arbitration Association\, and as a Chair-qualified Public Arbitrator with FINRA. Jo is also a Registered Mediator for Florida’s Department of Financial Services\, where she handles an extensive caseload of property insurance matters. Jo is an active voice in the legal and boating communities\, globally\, nationally\, and locally. Recognized for her insightful approach to collaborative growth\, creative problem-solving and risk management\, Jo serves on the Broward County Marine Advisory Committee and is co-chair of WISTA International’s Yachting Committee. She is a member of the Admiralty Law Committee of The Florida Bar and is currently serving her third term as Chair of Broward County Bar Association’s Admiralty/Maritime Law Section. Jo is also an enthusiastic and engaged member of the Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute\, the Port Everglades Association\, and the Fort Lauderdale Mariners Club. In addition to her professional roles\, Jo regularly presents on maritime law and dispute resolution\, contributing to continuing legal education seminars\, conferences\, and publications. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis and Resolution at Nova Southeastern University\, aligning her academic pursuits with her professional focus on conflict management within the maritime industry. Outside of her legal and academic work\, Jo co-owns and operates Stanley Yacht Services\, a yacht management and maintenance outfit in Fort Lauderdale\, Florida\, where she channels her dedication to the yachting industry into hands-on support for yacht owners and seafarers alike. \n \nLaurel Stevenson\, Director of the Mediation and Assessment Program\, U.S District Court. \nLaurel Stevenson is the Director of the Mediation and Assessment Program (MAP) for the United States District Court\, Western District of Missouri. She oversees approximately 1\,000 civil cases annually and serves as a mediator and facilitator. She also trains judges\, neutrals\, students\, staff and others on effective and ethical use of ADR. She co-chairs the ABA’s Court ADR Committee within the DR Section and is the Editor of The Resolver\, a publication of the FBA’s ADR Section. Laurel has conducted hundreds of mediations\, including more than 300 via Zoom. Her ADR work includes class actions\, insurance\, FLSA\, employment\, MDL’s\, civil rights\, inmate litigation\, wrongful death\, transportation\, medical malpractice\, and commercial disputes. Several resolutions have resulted in institutional policy changes. Prior to her current position\, Laurel tried more than eighty jury trials to verdict\, served as appellate counsel\, was lead trial counsel in numerous bench trials\, and taught trial practice in Missouri and Texas. She served more than a decade as a Facilitator for the Missouri Bar Complaint Resolution Program and the Fee Dispute Resolution Program. She also served as a mediator\, arbitrator\, and facilitator during her last twelve years in private practice. \nRonika Carter\, Senior Director of Legal Affairs\, Minnesota Vikings. \nRonika Carter serves as Senior Director of Legal Affairs for the Minnesota Vikings\, where she manages the daily operations of the legal department. In this role\, Ronika oversees a number of critical functions including complex commercial transactions\, data privacy\, business strategy\, dispute resolution strategy\, and AI governance. She also supports the public policy and community relations work of the Vikings organization. Within the FBA\, Ronika has held a number of leadership positions over the years\, and she currently serves as Chair-Elect of the Corporate and Association Counsel Division\, and a member of the Government Relations Committee. \n  \n\n\nRegister Now!\n\n\nLive Broadcast | FBA Member: $0\nLive Broadcast | Nonmember: $95\nOn-Demand Broadcast | FBA Member: $50\nOn-Demand Broadcast | Nonmember: $95\n\n\n\nCLE\nPlease note: CLE for this webinar has not been pre-approved.\nMyLaw and the FBA will seek 1.0 General CLE credit hours in 60-minute states\, and 1.2 General CLE credit hours in 50-minute states. \nPosted credit hours are estimated and subject to respective state approval and rounding rules. CLE qualifications vary by state/jurisdiction. \nFor questions regarding this program\, please contact MyLaw CLE by email: registration@mylawcle.com or phone: 877-406-8636.
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/webinar-adr-101-preparing-in-house-counsel-for-success-in-dispute-resolution/
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section,Corporate Association Counsel Division
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T140000
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DTSTAMP:20260422T185323
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Presenting your Best Case in L&E Arbitration and Mediation: The View from the Bench
DESCRIPTION:**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone** \nJoin us for an engaging webinar that takes you behind the bench to explore what truly persuades arbitrators and assists mediators to collaborate in labor and employment disputes. Learn how to present evidence clearly\, organize your case for maximum impact\, and prepare witnesses who resonate with neutrals. Our speakers will share best-practice advocacy techniques tailored specifically to arbitration and mediation\, helping you refine your tone\, argument style\, and negotiation approach for each setting. You’ll also gain practical\, experience-based guidance on the missteps practitioners commonly make—and how to avoid them—through real-world examples and insights from seasoned decision-makers. This program is designed to elevate your effectiveness and strengthen your results in any labor and employment proceeding. \nRegister Now!\nPresented by FBA’s Labor & Employment Law & Alternative Dispute Resolution Sections & Judiciary Division \n\nPresenters\n \nHon. Mimi Tsankov (Ret.) (Moderator) \nJudge Mimi Tsankov recently joined the Labor Panels of both JAMS and the American Arbitration Association following nearly 20 years of service as an administrative judge with the U.S. Department of Justice\, including a decade devoted specifically to labor and employment matters. Over the course of her career\, she has presided over thousands of administrative proceedings and consistently managed a civil administrative docket of more than 3\,000 cases. Ms. Tsankov has also held numerous leadership roles in the international legal community\, including serving as President of the IFPTE Judicial Council 2 (NAIJ)\, a national labor organization. She recently completed her terms as Chair of both the ABA Judicial Division’s National Conference of the Administrative Law Judiciary and the Federal Bar Association’s Judiciary Division. In addition\, she has served on the Board of Directors of the Federal Bar Association\, been elected Vice President for Publications of the National Association of Women Judges\, and has been an Adjunct Professor at Fordham Law School since 2018. \n \nLaurel Stevenson\, Director of Mediation and Assessment Program\, United States District Court- Western District of Missouri. \nLaurel Stevenson is the Director of the Mediation and Assessment Program (MAP) for the United States District Court\, Western District of Missouri. She oversees approximately 1\,000 civil cases annually and serves as a mediator and facilitator. She also trains judges\, neutrals\, students\, staff and others on effective and ethical use of ADR. She co-chairs the ABA’s Court ADR Committee within the DR Section and is the Editor of The Resolver\, a publication of the FBA’s ADR Section. Laurel has conducted hundreds of mediations\, including more than 300 via Zoom. Her ADR work includes class actions\, insurance\, FLSA\, employment\, MDL’s\, civil rights\, inmate litigation\, wrongful death\, transportation\, medical malpractice\, and commercial disputes. Several resolutions have resulted in institutional policy changes. Prior to her current position\, Laurel tried more than eighty jury trials to verdict\, served as appellate counsel\, was lead trial counsel in numerous bench trials\, and taught trial practice in Missouri and Texas. She served more than a decade as a Facilitator for the Missouri Bar Complaint Resolution Program and the Fee Dispute Resolution Program. She also served as a mediator\, arbitrator\, and facilitator during her last twelve years in private practice. \n \nLori Adelson\, Attorney\, Approved Dispute Resolution LLC\, an affiliate of Miles Mediation & Arbitration. \nAt Miles Mediation & Arbitration (aka Approved Dispute Resolution LLC)\, we are committed to facilitating meaningful solutions to legal disputes. Led by Lori Adelson\, Esq.\, we concentrate our practice on strategic\, creative\, and innovative approaches to conflict resolution. Our focus is on personalized interactions and effective communication to help parties find common ground. With deep experience in mediation\, employment dispute resolution\, and early neutral evaluation analysis\, Lori Adelson is respected for her unbiased and knowledgeable approach. We are dedicated to resolving complex disputes efficiently and effectively for individuals and businesses alike. \n  \n\nRegistration\nRegister Now!\n\nLive Broadcast | FBA Member: $0\nLive Broadcast | Nonmember: $95\nOn-Demand Broadcast | FBA Member: $50\nOn-Demand Broadcast | Nonmember: $95\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLE\nPlease note: CLE for this webinar has not been pre-approved.\nMyLaw and the FBA will seek 1.0 General CLE credit hours in 60-minute states\, and 1.2 General CLE credit hours in 50-minute states. \nPosted credit hours are estimated and subject to respective state approval and rounding rules. CLE qualifications vary by state/jurisdiction. \nFor questions regarding this program\, please contact MyLaw CLE by email: registration@mylawcle.com or phone: 877-406-8636. 
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/webinar-presenting-your-best-case-in-le-arbitration-and-mediation-the-view-from-the-bench/
CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section,Judiciary Division,Labor Employment Law Section
LOCATION:https://www.fedbar.org/event/webinar-presenting-your-best-case-in-le-arbitration-and-mediation-the-view-from-the-bench/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T103000
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Event: Women in Dispute Resolution and the Courts
DESCRIPTION:**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone** \nJoin us for this year’s NGO CSW 70 program entitled\, ‘Women in Alternative Dispute Resolution and the Courts.’ We’ll explore how judges\, and specifically women\, support access to justice and advance the rule of law through innovative means in courthouses worldwide. As described in the 2016 UNDP Annual Report on The Rule of Law and Human Rights\, Sustainable Development Goal 16 (SDG 16) – for peaceful\, just\, and inclusive societies – ushers in a new kind of development\, one where people can influence the decisions that affect their lives and create communities that thrive. SDG 16 explains how fair governance plays a crucial role in promoting peaceful\, just\, and inclusive societies\, as well as ensuring sustainable development. The program will bring together courthouse leaders from around the world to discuss how the use of alternatives to dispute resolution\, such as mediation and arbitration\, in the courthouse is helping to improve access to justice for vulnerable litigants in various contexts. \nAttendance is free for anyone interested\, and we encourage you to invite your networks to participate. The program is in-person for those local to New York City\, and virtual for those unable to join in-person on March 19\, 2026\, from 10:30 am –12:00 pm ET \nTo participate in-person: This event is an official Parallel Event being held at the NGO CSW Site across the street from the United Nations. In-person attendees must register directly with the NGO CSW Forum HERE.\nNote: Participation in this event will not enable you to attend events within the United Nations Building itself. Here is the address for this event: \nChurch Center For the United Nations (CCUN)\n777 United Nations Plz.\, 11th Floor\,\nNew York\, NY 10017 \nVirtual Registration Here!\nSponsored by the Federal Bar Association’s Judiciary Division\, \nCo-sponsors: \n\nFBA Alternative Dispute Resolution Section (confirmed)\nFBA International Law Section (confirmed)\nNational Association of Women Judges (NAWJ) (confirmed)\nInternational Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) (confirmed)\nABA\, Judicial Division\, National Conference of the Administrative Law Judiciary (NCALJ) (confirmed)\nAssociation of European Administrative Judges (confirmed)\nAcademy of Court Appointed Neutrals (confirmed)\nABA Dispute Resolution Section (awaiting confirmation)\nFordham Law School (confirmed)\nInternational Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers (awaiting confirmation)\nABA Labor and Employment Section\, International Committee (confirmed)\n\nOPENING REMARKS\n  \nSpeakers\n \nHon. Mimi Tsankov (Ret.) \nMs. Tsankov is a certified mediator and arbitrator based in New York City. Since retiring from the bench after nearly two decades in the federal administrative judiciary\, she now serves on a wide range of national and state mediation and arbitration panels. \nHer many years of public service included serving as Assistant District Counsel and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice as well as an Attorney Advisor with the Peace Corps. She has also worked for over a decade in private law practice. \nRecognized both at the court and throughout various legal organizations for her work as a judge and as a leader in the international legal community\, Ms. Tsankov has held multiple elected and appointed roles for decades in leading organizations\, including the American Bar Association (ABA)\, the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers (IFPTE)\, Judicial Council 2 (National Association of Immigration Judges\, a national labor organization affiliated with the AFL-CIO)\, the Federal Bar Association (FBA)\, and the National Association of Women Judges (NAWJ). \nShe’s received multiple ABA Presidential Appointments to the UN Representatives Department of Global Communications\, been elected Vice President for Publications at the NAWJ\, and been elected to the FBA’s Board of Directors for a three-year term. She has chaired both the ABA’s Judicial Division’s National Conference of the Administrative Law Judiciary\, and the FBA’s Judiciary Division. \nCurrently\, she’s an appointed Board Member of the New York City Bar Association’s Commercial Law and Uniform State Law Committee (CLUSL)\, its Arbitration Committee\, and is active in the ABA’s Dispute Resolution Section. \nIn the labor field\, Ms. Tsankov served as a prominent nationally-elected leader for four years at the IFPTE’s Judicial Council 2\, bringing significant public attention to rule of law issues of national interest. She now participates in multiple chapters of the Labor and Employment Relations Association (LERA)\, and the New York State Bar Association’s Labor and Employment Section. She holds leadership roles in the ABA’s Labor and Employment Section. \nMs. Tsankov contributed to ongoing labor-related discussions by testifying before immigration-focused Judiciary Subcommittees of both the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives\, and has met regularly with Congressional leaders\, published numerous labor-related articles in legal periodicals and in a variety of law journals\, served on national and international education panels (U.S.\, Canada\, and Europe) and been a trusted resource to members of all major media outlets (print\, TV\, and radio). \nWith a focus on keeping the community informed\, she’s also provided expert background information for theatrical and museum immigration-labor related releases explaining the nuances of labor issues in the immigration context. \nThroughout her career\, Ms. Tsankov has received many honors\, awards\, and citations from the U.S. Department of Justice\, the ABA\, the FBA\, and others. \nFor years\, she has been serving on the Adjunct Law Faculty at Fordham Law School in New York teaching International Law and Justice\, and has been on the adjunct faculty of Colorado Law School and the Sturm College of Law in Denver\, Colorado. Ms. Tsankov publishes regularly in peer-reviewed\, and general interest journals. \nShe completed her J.D. at the University of Virginia School of Law and was awarded an M.A. in International Relations at the University of Virginia Graduate School of Politics. \n \nRachel Irura\, Regional Ombudsman\, Nairobi\, United Nations Ombudsman and Mediation Services (UNOMS). \nRachel Irura joined the United Nations Ombudsman and Mediation Services (UNOMS) in December 2022 as the\nRegional Ombudsman and Head of the Regional Ombudsman branch in Nairobi\, Kenya. Rachel is an accredited civil and commercial mediator and served on the Staff Union of the Special Tribunal for Lebanon in the Hague\, the Netherlands. Her most recent role was the Head of the Witness Support and Protection Unit (WISP) in Arusha\, Tanzania\, and the Head of the Kigali Field Office of the United Nations Mechanism for International Criminal Tribunals (“Mechanism”) in Kigali\, supporting witnesses who testified before the United Nations International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (UNIRMCT). Rachel also worked for CIVICUS\, an umbrella body for civil society organizations in Johannesburg\, South Africa. She began her career with the United Nations in January\n2005 as a Legal Assistant with the UN Special Court for Sierra Leone (SCSL)\, in Freetown\, Sierra Leone. She subsequently worked as a Human Rights Officer with the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL)\, in Fishtown\,\nLiberia. Ms. Irura also worked as a Court Officer with the UN Special Court for Sierra Leone (SCSL)\, Sub-office in the\nHague\, the Netherlands. She served as a Legal Officer at the UN Special Tribunal for Lebanon (STL) from June 2011 to February 2020. She holds a Master of Laws (LLM) Degree in Human Rights and Democratization in Africa from the Centre for Human Rights\, University of Pretoria\, South Africa. \n \nJudge Elizabeth Stong\, U.S. Bankruptcy Court (EDNY) \nHon. Elizabeth Stong has been a United States bankruptcy judge in New York since 2003.  A former litigator\, she is a frequent speaker and author and an adjunct law professor at Brooklyn Law School\, and holds leadership roles in several international\, national\, and regional organizations and bar associations.  Judge Stong has trained judges in case management\, commercial and business rescue law\, and dispute resolution\, including mediation and arbitration\, in more than 25 countries on five continents\, with the World Bank\, the U.S. Commerce Department\, and several other intergovernmental and nongovernmental organizations\, most recently at World Bank’s regional judicial colloquium and Africa Roundtable in South Africa. \nJudge Stong is a life member of the Council on Foreign Relations\, an elected member of the American Law Institute and European Law Institute\, and a member of the Board of Governors of the National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges representing the Second Circuit\, among other positions.  She is also a regular NGO delegate to UNCITRAL’s Working Groups addressing dispute resolution and insolvency.  In addition\, she is an active volunteer in her community and has coordinated the interfaith homeless shelter there for many years.  She has received many awards for her work to improve access to justice. \nIn her ABA activities\, Judge Stong presently serves as Chair of the Rule of Law Initiative Middle East North Africa Council and recently completed terms as Chair of the Standing Committee on Continuing Legal Education and Chair of the Judicial Division’s National Conference of Federal Trial Judges\, among other roles. \nJudge Stong received her AB from Harvard University magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa in the history of science\, and her JD from Harvard Law School where she served as President of the global alumni association. \n \nThe Honorable Col. Linda Murnane\, Associate Justice\, University of Cincinnati College of Law\, J.D. 1981 \nLinda recently completed two years as an Associate Justice serving on the High Court of the Republic of the Marshall Islands.  Her previous judicial experience included ten consecutive years as a military judge and chief circuit military judge for the United States Air Force.  She served in a variety of United Nations positions at the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia\, including service in Trial Chamber 3 as the Senior Legal Officer\, three years as the Chief Court Management Services\, and short terms as the Acting Head of Chambers and Acting Deputy Registrar.  She also served three years as the Chief\, Court Management Services at the Special Tribunal for Lebanon. \nShe currently serves on the Board of Governors for the American Bar Association (ABA) and American Judges Association (AJA) and is the co-District Director for District 7 of the National Association of Women Judges (NAWJ).  She previously served as Chair of the ABA Judicial Division and National Conference of Specialized Court Judges\, as the Chair of the ABA Standing Committee on Armed Forces Law\, and as an ABA UN Representative and Special Observer.  She served on the ABA International Law Section’s Executive Council for six years.  She is an ABA Sustaining Life Fellow\, and a past recipient of the Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement and International Law Section’s Mayre Rasmussen Award. \nJustice Murnane is the editor of “Women’s Voices: A Global Perspective on the Right to Vote”\, and is a chapter contributor to “Her Honor” both published by ABA Publications. \nShe is a retired colonel in the United States Air Force and is married to Kevin M. Murnane\, USAF\, Ret.  They have two daughter\, Rachel Manuel and Christina Veillon\, who are both teachers\, and three grandchildren\, Abrial\, Cody and Aidan. \n \nGiuseppe De Palo\, Esq.\, Mediator at JAMS; President of the Dialogue Through Conflict Foundation \nGiuseppe De Palo is an international mediator at JAMS and president of the Dialogue Through Conflict Foundation. A former senior official of the United Nations\, he has advised the European Parliament and national parliaments worldwide on mediation policy. His publications have been translated into several languages. Mr. De Palo is at the forefront of AI integration in dispute resolution\, having conceived the first live “human-versus-AI” mediation competition\, now staged across multiple continents. This work explores whether technology can replicate the nuances of facilitated negotiation and has sparked dialogue among practitioners\, policymakers\, and technologists about responsible AI adoption in ADR. He has mediated more than 2\,500 disputes across 60 countries\, spanning commercial contracts\, trade conflicts\, and multi-stakeholder ESG matters. \n  \nLady Justice Joyce Aluoch\, Former First Vice-President of the International Criminal Court and Patron of Women in ADR Kenya (WADR) \nLady Justice Joyce Aluoch CBS\, EBS\, Trailblazer\, is a former Judge and First Vice-President of the International Criminal Court at The Hague in The Netherlands. \nCertified International Mediator(IMI)\, Accredited Mediator\, Certified Advanced Mediator\, Chartered Mediator\, Member\, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators-London\, and the Kenya branch. \nShe holds a Master of Arts Degree (GMAP) from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy\, Tufts University in Boston-USA\, Law Degree from the University of Nairobi\, and a Professional Certificate from the Kenya School of Law. \nUpon completion of her tenure at the ICC in 2018\, she successfully moved her legal profession to other forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution\, particularly  mediation and peacebuilding. She conducts International and continental mediations\, Court Annexed Mediations in Kenya\, and private mediations. \nIn July 2022\,she was appointed by Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD)\, as a member of the Judicial Reform Committee under the Revitalized(power sharing) Agreement for the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan\, a country that had been in conflict for over 20 years. Using her mediation skills whilst conducting public consultations to establish the reforms the people of South Sudan wanted\, her committee visited most parts of the country and produced a draft report which was subjected to a three-day validation workshop. The draft report was validated by over 100 people including the leaders who attended the workshop. The Committee produced a final report containing recommendations for the reform of the judiciary of South Sudan. The report was handed over to HE President Salva Kiir  Mayardit at state house Juba on December 20\, 2024. \nIn January 2024\, Lady Justice Aluoch was appointed a member of the jury of the Simplicemente Donna International Award and in March 2024\, she was appointed to the Global Advisory Council of G100 Networking. \nThe Chartered Institute of Arbitrators-London appointed her a member of Professional  Conduct Committee which investigates\, and if necessary facilitates disciplinary and or expulsion of any member through an independent and impartial system of disciplinary proceedings. \nShe serves in many international and regional organizations. She is a co-chair of the Board of Directors of Mediators Beyond Borders International (MBBI)\, Board Member of Dialogue through Conflict Foundation\, Patron\, Women in Alternative Dispute Resolution-Kenya\, and the immediate past member of International Advisory Board\, Office of the Ombudsperson of the United Nations Funds and Programs. \nShe is a recipient of both International and National Awards including International Peace Award from Premio Internazionale  Simplicente Donna\, awarded in Florence-Italy in November 2023 in recognition of the work on judicial reforms she was conducting in the Republic of South Sudan. \nIn Kenya\, she is a recipient of the national Awards of CBS\,EBS and Trailblazer( CBS) awarded by the last three Presidents of the Republic of Kenya\, for her illustrious judicial career. \n \nMerril Hirsh (CIArb)\, Executive Director\, Academy of Court-Appointed Neutrals \nMerril Hirsh of HirshADR PLLC and the Law Office of Merril Hirsh PLLC in Washington\, D.C. is an arbitrator\, hearing examiner\, mediator and the Executive Director of the Academy of Court-Appointed Neutrals as well as Chair of the ABA Judicial Division Lawyers Conference Court-Appointed Neutrals Committee and a member of its Executive Committee.  He has litigated cases on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants as well as the United States government in federal or state courts for over 40 years and in over 40 states. \nHe is also a Fellow of both the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and the Academy of Court-Appointed Neutrals\, a member of the Council of the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution\, a hearing committee chair for the DC Board of Professional Responsibility\, a hearing examiner for the Architect of the Capitol\, an arbitrator\, a private commercial mediator and a family law mediator for DC Superior Court.   He received the 2024 Nachtigal Award from the American Judges Association for service to the administration of justice\, the 2023 Lawyer as Problem Solver Award from the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution and twice received the Civil Justice Award from the Academy of Court-Appointed Neutrals.  He graduated with a BA\, with high honors in Government\, from Oberlin College in 1979 and a J.D. from Harvard Law School\, magna cum laude in 1982. \n \nHon. Pam Washington\, National Association of Women Judges \nPamela Scott Washington is a retired Alaska District Court Judge and currently serves as President of the National Association of Women Judges (NAWJ). She retired from the bench on October 31\, 2025\, concluding a distinguished judicial career in Anchorage\, Alaska\, where she most recently served as Deputy Presiding Judge of the Anchorage District Court. During her tenure\, she managed high-volume criminal and civil dockets and presided over Anchorage’s Coordinated Resource Project\, commonly known as the Mental Health Court. \nJudge Washington has held numerous national and international leadership roles advancing justice\, equity\, and judicial excellence. Her service includes the Alaska Supreme Court Fairness\, Diversity & Equality Commission; the International Association of Women Judges; the National Center for State Courts Blueprint for Racial Justice workgroup; the American Bar Association Judicial Editorial Board; and the United States Chapter of the Committee of Pan American Judges on Social Justice. She was a conference speaker at the Vatican addressing social justice concerns in 2023 and 2025. \nAs the first African American woman appointed to the judiciary in Alaska\, Judge Washington has been a catalyst for increasing diversity on the bench\, expanding implicit bias education\, and strengthening public confidence in the fair and impartial administration of justice. Her honors include the Alaska Supreme Court Community Service Award\, the North to the Future Business and Professional Woman in History Award\, NAWJ’s Justice Vaino Spencer Leadership Award\, and recognition as a Congressional Coalition Angels in Adoption Honoree for her advocacy in Alaska’s foster care system. A native of New Orleans\, Louisiana\, Judge Washington has called Alaska home since 1975. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications from Northern Arizona University and a Juris Doctor from Arizona State University. She is married to Dr. Stephen Washington\, a mental health clinician\, and they have three adult children\, five grandsons\, and one granddaughter \nStudent Speakers\nPanel Speaker Introductions\n \nMiruna Iosub is an LL.M. student in International Law and Justice at Fordham University School of Law. She is originally from Romania\, where she earned her law degree and wrote her bachelor’s thesis on international cooperation among states for the maintenance of international peace and security. Miruna currently serves as a student representative at the New York City Bar Association and is a staff member of the Fordham International Law Society Journal. \n \nJoshua Wiafe Frimpong is a Climate Justice and Policy Advisor\, Executive Director of Eco-Africa Network\, and LL.M. Candidate in International Law & Justice at Fordham University\, where his work centers on climate justice\, just transitions\, and climate governance. He leads youth-driven climate action across Africa- mobilizing thousands of young people\, convening landmark platforms such as the 2025 Climate Justice Conference and National Universities Climate Debate\, and advancing climate education through policy advocacy\, media engagement\, and innovative digital solutions. He has spoken at major regional and global platforms including the United Nations General Assembly 80th Session\, UNFCCC COP29\, Oxford Africa Conference 2025\, and leading climate and energy forums\, and currently serves on the Advisory Board of the Net-Zero Carbon Emissions Project (Ghana- NCEP)\, advancing evidence-based pathways toward a just and inclusive net-zero future. \n \nMilagros Lee is an LL.M. candidate in International Law and Justice at Fordham University School of Law and a full-tuition scholar at the Leitner Center for International Law and Justice. She has professional experience in international legal analysis and institutional work\, including with diplomatic missions and UN-affiliated bodies. Her academic and professional interests focus on public international law\, international institutions\, and the implementation of international legal frameworks in complex global contexts. \n \nGrace Frederica Lutterodt is a lawyer admitted to practice law in The Gambia and Ghana. She is currently an LL.M. candidate studying International Law and Justice at Fordham University School of Law. She has over three years of professional and internship experience with the African Centre of International Criminal Justice(ACICJ) and the African Centre on Law and Ethics(ACLE). Grace’s academic and professional interests include criminal law\, ethics\, constitutional law\, and dispute resolution. She is committed to developing her skills\, embracing professional challenges\, and contributing meaningfully to justice systems both domestically and internationally. \n\nRegistration\nRegister Now!\nAttendance is free for anyone interested\, and we encourage you to invite your networks to participate. The program is in-person for those local to New York City\, and virtual for those unable to join in-person on March 19\, 2026\, from 10:30–12:00 ET \nTo participate in-person: This event is an official Parallel Event being held at the NGO CSW Site across the street from the United Nations. In-person attendees must register directly with the NGO CSW Forum here on their website. Note: Participation in this event will not enable you to attend events within the United Nations Building itself. Here is the address for this event: \nChurch Center for the United Nations (CCUN)\n777 United Nations Plaza\nNew York\, NY 10017\n11th Floor – Assigned room is TBD  \n 
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CATEGORIES:Alternative Dispute Resolution Section,International Law Section,Judiciary Division
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SUMMARY:Trust the Process\, Trust the Neutral: Ethical Judgment and Professional Responsibility
DESCRIPTION:**Program hosted in (ET) Time Zone** \nConfidence in arbitration does not rest solely on procedural design—it rests on confidence in the neutral. In forums where discretion is significant and external oversight is limited\, ethical judgment and professional responsibility become the foundation of legitimacy. This program examines how trust in the neutral is established\, maintained\, and sometimes challenged in real-world practice. Drawing on perspectives from institutional leadership\, international and domestic arbitration\, and professional ADR governance\, the panel will explore disclosure obligations\, appearance versus actual bias\, professional demeanor\, and the exercise of ethical authority in high-discretion roles. For attorneys representing parties\, insight into how neutrals approach ethical judgment provides essential perspective when advising clients about forum selection\, disclosure issues\, and confidence in the arbitral process. The discussion moves beyond rule recitation to address the practical judgment calls that shape credibility\, fairness\, and confidence in the arbitral process. \nRegister Now!\nPresented by FBA’s Alternate Dispute Resolution Section Co-sponsored by the American Inns of Court.  \n\nPresenters\n \nLieutenant General Joseph Berger (RET.) \nLieutenant General Joe Berger (Ret.) is the Executive Director of the American Inns of Court\, an organization dedicated to professionalism\, civility\, ethics\, and excellence in the legal profession. He previously served as the 42nd Judge Advocate General of the U.S. Army\, where he led nearly 10\,000 legal professionals and served as the senior legal advisor to the Secretary and Chief of Staff of the Army. Over a distinguished three-decade military career\, he advised clients across the full spectrum of legal issues in both domestic and international contexts. \n \nPatricia Thompson\, Esq.\, FCIArb\, CollArb \nPatricia H. Thompson\, Esq.\, FCIArb\, CollArb is a full-time JAMS arbitrator and mediator with over 15 years of experience guiding efficient and fair ADR processes. She regularly presents and publishes on arbitration and mediation best practices\, including ethical conduct\, procedural improvements\, and advocacy before tribunals. Her thought leadership is reflected in her ABA and Florida Bar leadership roles\, as well as her CLE presentations and publications addressing arbitration appeals\, ethical issues\, and professional standards in ADR. \n \nBrent Clinkscale \nBrent Clinkscale is an independent arbitrator\, mediator\, facilitator\, and litigation consultant concentrating in business disputes\, including domestic and international arbitrations. He serves on the American Arbitration Association (AAA) Domestic Panel of Commercial\, Consumer\, and Complex Case Arbitrators and the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR) International Panel of Commercial and Complex Case Arbitrators. He is Chair of the United States Council for International Business (USCIB) Southeastern Arbitration Subcommittee\, a Delegate to the ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR\, and Co-Chair of the 2026 ABA Dispute Resolution Section Virtual Arbitration Institute. \n \nMarieke Witkamp\, FCIArb \nMarieke Witkamp is a full-time arbitrator based in Houston\, qualified in both Texas and the Netherlands. She previously served as a commercial and maritime judge at the Court of Rotterdam and has practiced internationally as an arbitration attorney with K&L Gates in Qatar\, as foreign counsel in Houston\, and as in-house counsel in the Dutch energy and Qatari sports sectors. She is a member of Arbitra International and is listed on arbitration rosters worldwide. \n \nJo Colbert Stanley\, Esq.\, FCIArb (Moderator) \nJo Colbert Stanley\, Esq.\, FCIArb is an independent arbitrator\, mediator\, and Special Magistrate based in Florida. A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators\, she serves on national and international arbitration panels and focuses on complex commercial and maritime disputes. She is a Past Chair of the Federal Bar Association’s ADR Section and serves as moderator for this program. \n\nRegistration\nRegister Now! \n\nLive Broadcast | FBA Member: $0\nLive Broadcast | Nonmember: $95\nOn-Demand Broadcast | FBA Member: $50\nOn-Demand Broadcast | Nonmember: $95\n\n\n\nCLE\nPlease note: CLE for this webinar has not been pre-approved.\nMyLaw and the FBA will seek 1.0 General CLE credit hours in 60-minute states\, and 1.2 General CLE credit hours in 50-minute states. \nPosted credit hours are estimated and subject to respective state approval and rounding rules. CLE qualifications vary by state/jurisdiction. \nFor questions regarding this program\, please contact MyLaw CLE by email: registration@mylawcle.com or
URL:https://www.fedbar.org/event/trust-the-process-trust-the-neutral-ethical-judgment-and-professional-responsibility/
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