Product Description

Alternative Dispute Resolution is a tool available to every attorney. Used thoughtfully, ADR—including mediation, case conciliation, special masters, arbitration, and other forms—can lead to positive client outcomes. Clients can gain greater control of the form, cost, and timing of a resolution of their case through ADR. Client satisfaction in turn can build referral sources and future business

The Preamble to the Supreme Judicial Court’s Rules of Professional Conduct identifies the functions of an attorney as advisor, advocate, negotiator, and evaluator. At times, the legal process can distort the attorney’s role, from the attorney’s and the client’s perspectives, simply to the function of zealous advocate. ADR can assist attorneys in performing all the functions of the profession and re-focus the case on resolving the problem that led a client to an attorney. This focus is particularly important when that underlying problem is not a legal problem.

Join this panel of attorneys and ADR professionals who discuss when and how to utilize ADR and how to make the most of an ADR process to serve clients. 

Agenda & Materials

• 2:00pm - 2:05pm

  Welcome and Introduction

  Ellen R. Waldorf, Esq., eWaldorf Mediation , Newton Upper Falls
  
• 2:05pm - 2:20pm

  At What Points in a Case Should ADR Come Under Consideration?

  Ellen R. Waldorf, Esq., eWaldorf Mediation , Newton Upper Falls
  J. Nathan Cole, Esq., Cole Law Partners , Boston
  Hon. Bonnie H. MacLeod, Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Ret.); JAMS , Boston
  Patricia Natale, Esq., Rockland Trust , Rockland
  
• 2:20pm - 2:35pm

  Choice of an Appropriate ADR Process

  Panel
  
• 2:35pm - 2:45pm

  Choice of an Appropriate ADR Professional

  Panel
  
• 2:45pm - 3:05pm

  Preparation for an ADR Process—Attorneys and Clients

  Panel
  
• 3:05pm - 3:30pm

  Participation in an ADR Process

  Panel
  
• 3:30pm - 3:40pm

  Definition of Success of an ADR Process

  Panel
  
• 3:40pm - 3:50pm

  Building on the Outcome of an ADR Process Regardless of the Results

  Panel
  
• 3:50pm - 4:00pm

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways

  Panel
  

Special Program Materials:

• Mediation: A Practice Guide for Mediators, Lawyers, and Other Professionals

Please Note

MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal. There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only. They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.

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