Join us for a future-focused, cross- border conference organized by The Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia (CLEBC), Mediate BC, CoRe Conflict Resolution Society, and the ADR Section of the Washington State Bar Association (WSBA).

The conference will offer a mix of practical skill building workshops and examinations of conflict resolution theory across disciplines. It will explore the wide range of ways in which individuals, organizations, and nations create artificial borders that lead to, intensify, and prolong conflict. Presenters will be drawn from both sides of the Canada/US border as we seek commonalities and opportunities for greater knowledge exchange across practice areas and lived experiences.

This intense one-day class focuses on the ethics and principles of basic arbitration. Emphasis is placed on the importance of communicating for arbitrator success. Explored are the core tenets of arbitration, to include the arbitrator’s opening statement, the oath of all participants, arbitration formats and procedures, the Federal Arbitration and Texas Arbitration Acts, and the enforceability of the provisions. This training program is interactive and participatory.

The focus of this one-day class is practical but will review in-depth procedures and advance participants’ ability to conduct complex civil and international arbitrations. We will take a close look at the overall proceedings, and the finer points of complex arbitrations, including a section on the laws of evidence from the perspective of the arbitrator. Examples of Reasoned Awards will be studied and provided to participants

10:30-12, Pacific Time
Do you have to be an attorney? How much should you charge? Do you bring kids to the mediation? What if there is a history of violence?

Join APFM Townhall expert divorce mediators and ask your burning questions.

This is a joint APFM and Mediate.com Townhall designed to provide an easy Q&A time for new mediators to ask questions of experienced mediators.

--But, of course, also for experienced mediators that still have burning questions!--

RISE to the Challenge:
Resolve, Innovate, Support, Engage, will take place October 28-29, 2021 Virtually.

Symposium participants will have the opportunity to:

• Examine collaborative dispute prevention and conflict management strategies within the expanding continuum of dispute resolution practices in special education and early intervention in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Learn about innovations, initiatives, and current research in the field of dispute resolution.
• Receive information, resources, and guidance related to the design, implementation, and improvement of dispute resolution processes and systems with a focus on virtual environments.
• Enhance communities of practice, and connect dispute resolution coordinators, practitioners, educators, and parent leaders with each other and nationally renowned experts in the field.
• Acquire advanced conflict management skills and knowledge critical to the effective resolution of disputes.

Nov 4, 5, 11, 12 - 16 hours
Cost: $500 or €429
Radically sharpen and focus your mediation questioning skills to create a paradigm shift in the thinking and approach of parties.

Content: Psychological theory, films of roleplayed mediations to demonstrate the questions, exercises to apply learning to practice and ongoing discussion with the author, Gerry.
Maximum places: 12

This workshop is designed to provide both hands-on training and a clear framework to help you work with families dealing with divorce. Our past participants tell us that this is some of the best professional training they have ever received.
*Meets Maryland Rule 17 Requirements

Dec 1, 2, 8 and 9 - 16 hours
Cost: $500 or €429
Radically sharpen and focus your mediation questioning skills to create a paradigm shift in the thinking and approach of parties.

Content: Psychological theory, films of roleplayed mediations to demonstrate the questions, exercises to apply learning to practice and ongoing discussion with the author, Gerry.
Maximum places: 12

This course is offered to the public, attorneys, counselors/social workers, educators, and HR staff. This course is designed to give individuals the skills and credentials they need to serve as mediators in the State of Texas. This course meets the Texas Mediation Trainers Roundtable standards as required by the Texas Mediator Credentialing Association. All Course materials will be provided including THE WORKBOOK-a practical and up to date reference which includes forms and the materials you need to start a practice.

This is a 3-day intensive training course fulfilling the Texas Alternative Dispute Resolution Act requirements for mediators doing court-ordered family mediation and following the standards set by the Texas Mediation Trainers Roundtable. The sessions include family law, family dynamics, domestic violence (meeting the new Civil Practice and Remedies Code requirement), child development, ethical and practical considerations and finances in family cases. Working lunches all three days. There is a $50.00 Discount for participants who took our basic class.
PREREQUISITE: BASIC MEDIATION COURSE

Jan 29-30, Sat & Sun, 9:30am – 6:00pm PDT
Feb 5-6, Sat & Sun, 9:30am – 6:00pm PDT
Feb 12-13, Sat & Sun, 9:30am – 1:30pm PDT

The Basics of Mediation has set the “gold standard” for Northern California’s mediation trainings: comprehensive, practical, topical, and affordable. It introduces core conflict resolution skills over two consecutive weekends: communication, problem-solving, mediation, and negotiation. Participants attend lectures and presentations, work in large/small groups, and practice in multiple, coached role-plays.

June 4-5, Sat & Sun, 9:30am – 6:00pm PDT
June 11-12, Sat & Sun, 9:30am – 6:00pm PDT
June 18, Sat, 9:30am – 6:30pm PDT

The Basics of Mediation has set the “gold standard” for Northern California’s mediation trainings: comprehensive, practical, topical, and affordable. It introduces core conflict resolution skills over two consecutive weekends: communication, problem-solving, mediation, and negotiation. Participants attend lectures and presentations, work in large/small groups, and practice in multiple, coached role-plays.

Oct 1-2, Sat & Sun, 9:30am – 6:00pm PDT
Oct 8-9, Sat & Sun, 9:30am – 6:00pm PDT
Oct 15-16, Sat & Sun, 9:30am – 1:30pm PDT

The Basics of Mediation has set the “gold standard” for Northern California’s mediation trainings: comprehensive, practical, topical, and affordable. It introduces core conflict resolution skills over two consecutive weekends: communication, problem-solving, mediation, and negotiation. Participants attend lectures and presentations, work in large/small groups, and practice in multiple, coached role-plays.