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2021-2022
ADR Section Chair Patrick Russell
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The Alternative Dispute Resolution Section of The Florida Bar is comprised of a superb group of dedicated and talented individuals. The wonderful thing about our Section is that all of these fine people are dedicated to bringing peace to our world in their own way through collaboration, enhanced communication, and creative problem-solving. |
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Since dispute resolution touches nearly every facet of the law, I firmly believe that The Florida Bar as a whole is elevated through the combined experience, skill, and contributions of the members of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Section.
My goal this year, COVID notwithstanding, is to build a greater connection with all sections of The Florida Bar, the Florida Dispute Resolution Center, and you, the members of this great Section. Through these combined efforts, we may have the best chance to realize real impact and change as to how we resolve disputes and ultimately interact with each other. This first starts with you, the member.
There are different reasons why you have joined our Section. We want to hear from each of you as to why you have joined the Section and what you would like to see this Section do. There are enormous opportunities to make a difference and impact the future policies and procedures for dispute resolution in Florida. For that, we encourage everyone to become active and intimately involved in the Section's work. There are exciting changes on the horizon and wonderful opportunities to truly lead through our Committees and project work.
Don't be shy. Be heard. Lead. Make a difference. Bring peace.
Salmon & Dulberg Dispute Resolution
Meaningful Mediation
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October 5—Mediation Perspectives: From Business Litigation to Bankruptcy (joint CLE with The Florida Bar Business Law Section)
- October 17–23—Mediation Week 2021
- October 21—How Smart Lawyers Use Mediation Advocacy to Improve the Bottom Line (registration opens soon) by David Henry and J. Jeffery Deery
- November 29—Lessons Learned During the Pandemic (registration opens soon) by Christy Foley and Patricia Savitz
- December 3—MEAC: Year in Review by Christy Foley
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March 4–5, 2022—Mentoring Academy for Certified Mediators (Tampa)
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Mediators Encouraged to Get Training to be Qualified Under New State Statute |
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Florida is the first state in the nation to statutorily recognize eldercaring coordination, a court-ordered dispute resolution process for aging persons and their families that promotes respect for the voices, autonomy and safety of older adults.
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Sen. Dennis Baxley (R-Ocala) and Rep. Brett Hage (R-The Villages) sponsored the legislation, which won the unanimous approval of all committees and subcommittees of reference and on the floors of both houses during the 2021 Legislative Session. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed CS/CS/HB 441 on June 4 and Section 44.407, Florida Statutes, became law on July 1.
Eldercaring coordination can protect older adults and help families avoid the costs, time and heartache involved in court battles over the care and safety of older adults. A trained eldercaring coordinator may be appointed by the court for up to two years to assist with transitions that families experience in caring for their aging loved ones. Eldercaring coordination can help to resolve non-legal issues more quickly, with less conflict and in a private forum rather than in court.
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ELDERCARING COORDINATOR TRAINING (VIRTUAL ON ZOOM)
Course Date and Time
December 6-8, 2021, 8 AM–5 PM
TRAINERS: Sue Bronson and Linda Fieldstone
REGISTRATION: To obtain an EC Application and EC Training Registration Form, or if you have any questions, contact: LindaFieldstone@outlook.com.
This training meets the ACR/FLAFCC Guidelines for Eldercaring Coordination and 28 hours of eldercaring coordinator training specified in the Florida Statute (s. 44.407, F.S.). The training program emphasizes experiential learning using demonstrations, simulations, practice, and roleplays, with debrief and feedback to reinforce the application of skills. Interactive experiences will make ethics and the aging process come alive as it pertains to eldercaring coordination.
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October 5: Mediation Perspectives From Business Litigation to Bankruptcy |
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Approved for 1.0 General CLE/CME; 1.0 Business Litigation credit.
An all-new CLE presented by members of the Business Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution sections of The Florida Bar. Learn more about the important concepts that arise in business dispute and bankruptcy mediations.
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Join us on October 5 to hear insights from:
The seminar will cover the entire spectrum of the mediation process, from when to mediate to documenting and enforcing a mediated settlement.
Course number 5224. Business Law and ADR Section members register for only $60. |
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October 21: How Smart Lawyers Use Mediation Advocacy to Improve the Bottom Line
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Approved for 1.5 General CLE/CME credit.
How do litigators and other attorneys improve client relationships and maintain profitability during the pandemic?
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Surveys reveal that institutional purchasers of litigation services do not use trial results as the barometer for selecting law firms. Most in-house counsel or litigation managers cite counsel’s responsiveness, the timeliness of reporting, and the efficiency of resolution as their key factors for choosing law firms.
Against this backdrop, it makes little sense for law firms to market legal services by stressing only their trial skills, which are rarely used, and which are not the articulated benchmark for clients. Efficient resolution through early mediation or other means is now and will continue to be, the way lawyers and law firms are comparatively evaluated.
Learn what is required of law firms to retain clients and increase profitability in a resolution-based culture. Hear how law firms can become superlative mediation advocates and how that core competency translates into attracting, retaining, and strengthening institutional client relationships. Understand how sharing your own vulnerability leads to a more trusting client relationship. This seminar explains how non-monetary benefits can tilt the scales in favor of a mediated resolution. Learn how to graduate from advocate to problem solver.
Speakers are David Henry, a Florida Supreme Court Certified Civil mediator and a former mediation trainer for one of the largest insurance defense firms in the U.S., and J. Jeffery Deery, a distinguished litigator, community leader, and business development officer of a full-service law firm that dates back to the early 1930s.
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November 29: Lessons Learned During the Pandemic |
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Live GoToWebinar, 4–5 PM. Registration opens soon. Presenters will discuss the differences seen due to lawyers and mediators attempting to practice remotely—and the problems that they have encountered. What issues have come up as more prevalent? What do practitioners need to do to prepare themselves or to avoid likely issues? What Rules and Ethics should they be aware of? Join us to find out the answers to these questions and learn about some “unique” cautionary tales!
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December 3: MEAC Year in Review |
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Approved for 1.0 General; 1.0 Ethics CLE/CME. |
This presentation will analyze some of the newest MEAC opinions, explain why MEAC reached the conclusions it did for each question it was presented, and consider the potential implications of each MEAC opinion. Throughout the presentation, program attendees will be asked for their thoughts, concerns, and interpretations of each MEAC opinion.
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The course reviews MEAC Opinions 2020-001, -002, -003, and 2021-001.
Course number 5466. Section members register for only $50.
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The ABA Dispute Resolution Section's Mediation Week 2021 is the third week of October and The Florida Bar ADR Section will be highlighting section members and their thoughtful reflections on what mediation means to them. If you have a one- to two-sentence comment you'd like to share, please email Chair Patrick Russell no later than Oct. 1.
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2022 Mentoring Academy for Certified Mediators |
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Back by popular demand, the Mentoring Academy for Certified Mediators is tentatively (pending COVID assessment) scheduled for March 4–5, 2022. Stay tuned for updates from Academy Co-Chairs Chris Magee and John Salmon.
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Training the Next Generation of ADR Practitioners |
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ADR Section Treasurer Christy Foley is a visiting lecturer at UCF, teaching mediation and coaching the undergraduate Mediation Team.
Christy said, "The students are so engaged in learning about the mediation process and how to effectively resolve conflict that our classroom discussions constantly inspire me to improve my own mediation skills as well as question why I take certain actions during my mediations.
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"I love how much my students have inspired me, so I encourage you all to find people who will inspire you to consistently grow as a mediator too. And, if you want inspiration from the UCF Mediation Team, then follow the group on Instagram or contact me so that I can add you to the Team’s listserv!" |
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Online Career Counseling Available |
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The next online session is Wednesday, October 13, at noon |
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The next session is on Wednesday, October 13 at 12 PM. The meetings will be held on the second Wednesday of each month.
Among those who may benefit from participating are:
• Lawyers who are or should be exploring a career or employment change
• Recent law graduates unsure of the next opportunity
• Lawyers returning to the practice after an absence of time
• Older partners or judges searching for their “encore” career
• Lawyers unable to practice at this time
• Disenchanted lawyers unsure of alternative career options
If you or someone you know could benefit from career counseling, please share The Florida Bar News story.
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How to Crush Your Inner Critic and Gain Control Over Your Anxiety |
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Your inner critic is that little voice inside you that loves to point out all the places you messed up (or could mess up), and that creates anxiety. This article shares a formula that can help you crush your inner critic to create a life that you love—without anxiety.
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