Howard Gadlin discusses the difference between a mediator’s role and an ombudsman’s role. Ombudsman uses mediation as a tool, but their role is to assist a group of people within an organization to identify the organization’s policies and regulations that are causing internal conflict, then make recommendations.
Arbitration BlogOne of the most important elements to consider when participating in arbitration proceedings is the available mechanisms to challenge the award of the arbitral tribunal. This element acquires an...
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By Victoria PynchonWell, maybe Owen 'settlement is the civil analogue of plea bargaining' Fiss had a better crystal ball than I gave him credit for in my recent post. With news this...
By Geoff Sharp