This article stresses the importance of well-crafted mediation statements. It recommends a brief, three-page shared submission to guide the mediator toward settlement, and a confidential ex parte ...

Taking a matter to mediation on behalf of a client often requires substantial planning and preparation. In many jurisdictions, courts may order parties to go to mediation in an effort to reduce ...

Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and ...