Podcasts by Resolutions: A Podcast About Dispute Resolution and Prevention
Resolutions is a podcast about all things Dispute Resolution. Hosted by a rotating cast of Section of Dispute Resolution members, the podcast consists of a series of conversations with professionals in the dispute resolution community about various topics of interest.
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Mental Health and Conflicts: A Handbook for Empowerment from 2022-02-22T09:00:23
Dan Berstein, a mediator with a Master’s of Science in Public Health from Johns Hopkins University, discusses and analyzes the intersection between mental health and conflict or dispute resolution....
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Exploring the Organizational Ombuds with Chuck Howard (International Ombuds Association) from 2022-02-18T16:35:11
In this podcast, current Executive Director of the International Ombuds Association (IOA), Chuck Howard charts a brief history of the Ombuds movement to focus the lens on the role of organizational...
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Exploring the Organizational Ombuds with Chuck Howard from 2022-02-15T09:00:17
In this podcast, current Executive Director of the International Ombuds Association (IOA), Chuck Howard charts a brief history of the Ombuds movement to focus the lens on the role of organizationa...
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Helping Communities Heal: Grande Lum from 2021-12-07T14:58:43
We have borne witness in the last several years to a troubling trend—high-profile, deadly shootings that often involve law enforcement or get captured in real-time on video and spread via social me...
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Re-Post: A Moment In History: Dispute Resolution and Public Safety from 2021-11-23T15:41:34
As we take the week off to celebrate Thanksgiving, please enjoy this episode from June 2020. Larry Schooler speaks with Lynn Rubinett on arbitrating the disciplinary actions of first responders.
Becoming a Special Master: A Conversation with Merril Hirsh from 2021-11-09T15:45:18
In this episode host, Caroline Stauffer, speaks with Merril Hirsh to discuss how to become a special master and the advancements to diversify the field.
Merril Hirsh of Hirsh ADR PLLC in W...
A Conversation on Psychosocial Peer Mediation with Helen and Sebastian Winter of R3SOLUTE from 2021-10-26T15:03:23
On this episode, host Caroline Stauffer sits down with lawyer and mediator Helen Winter and neuroscientist and physician Sebastian F. Winter. They share important lessons from their interdisciplina...
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Professional Branding & Your LinkedIn Makeover from 2021-10-12T13:33:54
In this episode, Rekha Rangachari sits down with Donna Serdula, an expert in sales, operations and training who has pioneered LinkedIn profile optimization and branding with diverse, global stakeho...
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A Conversation With NAM Hearing Officer Judge DiBlasi from 2021-09-29T13:32:29
Join the ABA and NAM(National Arbitration and Mediation)for an engaging conversation with Hon. John P. DiBlasi (Ret.), former presiding Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York and now...
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A Conversation About The Roles of Ombuds from 2021-09-14T00:00
Welcome to a new bar year! In 2021-2022, we will be bringing you relevant, timely, and thought provoking content on a monthly basis. Don’t forget to follow and rate us to receive notifications when...
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A Conversation With Dr. Neal Lester of Project Humanities from 2021-07-27T13:33:06
In this episode, our co-host, Kimberly sits down with Dr. Neal Lester of Project Humanities. Project Humanities is an Initiative with Arizona State University to bring individuals and communities t...
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Take 5: A Conversation About Mediation Strategies from 2021-07-13T18:09:11
Resolution’s newest host, Caroline Stauffer, speaks with Anne Goyette, Arbitrator, Mediator, and principal of Griffiths Goyette about strategic approaches to mediation.
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A Career in ADR: Things To Know When Starting An Arbitration and Mediation Practice from 2021-06-22T09:00:29
In this episode, co-host Kimberly A. Cook sits down with Tom Hanrahan (arbitrator and mediator with TP Hanrahan Dispute Solutions in Manhattan Beach, CA), Elizabeth “Betty” Morgan (arbitrator and m...
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A Conversation on Data Security with Gary Doernhoefer from 2021-06-08T13:43:50
Our guest today, Gary Doernhoefer, has thought about this issue from a number of angles. Gary is the founder of ADR Notable, a software platform designed for dispute resolution professionals. You c...
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Being Bold: Broadening the ADR Diversity and Inclusion Landscape from 2021-05-26T13:47:32
In this episode, we introduce you to one of our new hosts! Kimberly A Cook is a divorce and family mediator at Dovetail Conflict Resolution in Chicago, IL. Kimberly sits down with Mark Smalls of JA...
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Deep Diving into Diversity with the AAA-ICDR: A Look Back to Understand the Path Forward from 2021-05-11T09:00:06
In this podcast celebrating the AAA-ICDR as sponsor of the Section’s Spring Conference, Ingeuneal Gray and Jeffrey Zaino anchor to the Conference’s theme, ADR in a New World.
In candid di...
Barking Up The Right Tree: Pets in Mediation from 2021-04-27T21:14:14
Anyone in the dispute resolution world knows the value of empowering parties and giving them a voice. But what if their voices are hard to understand—if, for example, they bark rather than speak? K...
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A Conference To Remember: The ABA Section Meets Virtually April 14-17 from 2021-04-12T16:33:16
Our Section's annual conference is nearly upon us, and for the second time, the team has planned a blockbuster event that you can enjoy from anywhere. Jaya Sharma of the conference planning commi...
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Building the Pipeline: Introducing the Section’s Student & Early Career Services Outreach from 2021-03-17T13:52:10
In this episode, Rekha Rangachari sits down with Elliot Herland (Vice Chair of the Section's Membership Committee) and Kanika (Niki) Singh (the Section’s Student Liaison) to discuss a new avenue fo...
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A Conversation About the 2021 DR Tech Pitch Series from 2021-03-02T14:18:33
Chris Draper of Trokt (https://www.trokt.org/) discusses the Dispute Resolution Section's Technology Committee's Tech Pitch Series where innovators can present new technology directed to advancing ...
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Handling Conflict Constructively: The Week of Constructive Conflict from 2021-02-16T15:48:55
With all the conflict we face and try to resolve, what if we stopped and reconsidered how we approach conflict in the first place? That's a question that's been on the mind of Rabbi/Dr. Daniel Roth...
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Re-release: A New Approach to Law Enforcement Training in Dispute Resolution and Diversity from 2021-02-02T16:05:58
In honor of Black History Month, enjoy this re-release of the March 10th episode with community activist, John Thompson.
Community activist and candidate for the Minnesota House of Repres...
Pathways to Mindfulness with Phyllis Morgan, Founder and Principal Consultant at Resilient at Work from 2021-01-19T16:04:36
In this episode, Phyllis Morgan discusses her journey in mindfulness with Rekha Rangachari and how delegates can apply these tools in their own lives. Focused on building resilience at work, from m...
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Embracing Change in ADR: A Conversation with ABA Past President Linda Klein from 2021-01-12T17:08:56
In this episode, guest host Marcie Dickson speaks with Linda Klein, past president of ABA and senior managing shareholder at Baker Donelson. Klein, also a mediator and arbitrator, discusses a range...
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Selecting Arbitrators in the Age of COVID and Beyond from 2020-12-08T11:00:15
Prof. Catherine Rogers, Professor of Law and Paul and Marjorie Price Faculty Scholar at Penn State Law and Professor of Ethics, Regulation & The Rule of Law, at Queen Mary, University of London dis...
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A Conversation About Access to Justice and the Efficacy of ODR Processes from 2020-11-03T14:38:04
Amy J. Schmitz, Elwood L. Thomas Missouri Endowed Professor of Law at the University of Missouri School of Law discusses her research into the efficacy of online dispute resolution processes and ho...
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Be Inclusive: Opportunities to Take Action for Gender Diversity from 2020-10-20T16:10:18
The ABA Section of Dispute Resolution in collaboration with the New York International Arbitration Center (NYIAC) hosts this innovative podcast convening global thought leaders to discuss the state...
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Meet the Education Committee Co-Chairs Linda Gerstel and Aaron Gothelf from 2020-10-06T16:39
New Leadership at the Section: Meet the Education Committee Co-Chairs Linda Gerstel and Aaron Gothelf
In this podcast, Linda Gerstel (Independent Arbitrator and Mediator and Adjunct Profes...
A Conversation on Ombuds Day 2020 from 2020-09-15T15:01:35
Jon Lee and Ken Skodacek discuss Ombuds Day 2020, what it means to be an Ombudsperson, and how ombuds programs have adapted to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
For more information on how to virtua...
The Inaugural 2020 Dispute Resolution Tech Expo: Meet the Organizers from 2020-09-10T16:10:53
In this episode, Susan Andrews, Chris Draper, and David Larson sit down to discuss the newly fashioned Tech Expo, tailored to meet the demands of ADR professionals in the new age of virtual connect...
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A Conversation on Screening Guidelines for Abuse and Neglect in Elder Law Mediation from 2020-08-04T13:59:41
A panel of members of the Task Force on Elder Abuse Screening for Mediators discusses the newly created Elder Abuse and Neglect Screening Guidelines that provide information about possible signs of...
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Adventures in Environmental and Public Policy Mediation from 2020-07-28T14:07
We’ve covered lots of practice areas for dispute resolution, but one you may not know as much about has to do with environmental issues: from the air we breathe to the water we use.
Miche...
Re-Release: Nuts & Bolts of Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) with Colin Rule from 2020-07-07T15:18:16
In this second installment, Colin Rule shares his insights on online dispute resolution’s (ODR’s) growth in the last decade, during the COVID19 pandemic, and future applications in collaboration wi...
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The Imperative on Prevention: How Does This Change Your Practice from 2020-06-23T17:27:17
On Tuesday, June 30th, the ABA Dispute Resolution Section will host a special virtual “town hall” starting at 12pm Eastern time with both full group and breakout sessions to discuss a fascinating t...
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A Conversation with JAMS’ Kimberly Taylor, Senior Vice President, Chief Legal & Operating Officer from 2020-06-16T14:01:28
Rekha Rangachari sits down with Kim Taylor to discuss JAMS’ involvement with the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution, new developments, and resilience in the time of COVID-19.
The Section ...
A Moment In History: Dispute Resolution and Public Safety from 2020-06-10T00:00
Our profession and work in mediation and arbitration spans virtually all professions and walks of life, including personnel decisions involving first responders. In this episode, we hear from vete...
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A Conversation with AAA-ICDR’s Jeffrey T. Zaino, Vice President of the New York Commercial Division from 2020-06-02T14:24:17
Rekha Rangachari sits down with Jeff Zaino to discuss AAA-ICDR’s involvement with the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution, new developments, and resilience in the time of COVID-19.
The Sect...
Improvise, Innovate, and Inspire: A Conversation on the Upcoming DR Virtual Spring Conference from 2020-05-10T00:00
On this episode of Resolutions, host Rekha Rangachari speaks with Chair-elect Myra Selby and Conference Planning Co-chair Jaya Sharma about the first-ever Virtual Dispute Resolution Spring Conferen...
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#MeToo and Conflicts in Workplaces, Schools, and Beyond: A Conversation with Angela Reddock-Wright from 2020-04-21T08:00:23
In this episode, mediator and investigator Angela Reddock-Wright examines the role of dispute resolution in dealing with workplace and organizational conflict, bullying in schools, sexual assault, ...
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Teaching Dispute Resolution In-Person and Online: A Conversation with Professor Sharon Press from 2020-04-07T14:45:19
Hear how Sharon Press, a veteran dispute resolution professional and educator, looks at both our current circumstances and the broader world of educating the next generation of dispute resolution p...
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Nuts & Bolts of Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) with Colin Rule from 2020-03-31T00:00
In this second installment, Colin Rule shares his insights on online dispute resolution’s (ODR’s) growth in the last decade, during the COVID19 pandemic, and future applications in collaboration wi...
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A New Approach to Law Enforcement Training in Dispute Resolution and Diversity: The Blueprint from 2020-03-10T08:30
Community activist and candidate for the Minnesota House of Representatives, John Thompson, gives us a preview of his plenary presentation at the Dispute Resolution Spring Conference. Thompson will...
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Laura Wasser: Navigating through Innovation and Disruption/ Side Gigs for Presence and Profitability from 2020-03-03T10:00:20
Attorney, entrepreneur, author, podcast host, and Resolutions’ first repeat guest, Laura A. Wasser gives us a preview of her two presentations at the Dispute Resolution Spring Conference.
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Overcoming Mediation Cultural and Language Barriers: Easier Said Than Done? from 2020-02-11T09:30
Doug Witten speaks with Larry Schooler about how his fluency in Spanish has affected the way his practice has evolved and how others in the field can position themselves to work in an increasingly ...
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Third Party Funding: What Do Arbitrators Need to Know? from 2020-02-04T14:46:31
Prof. Victoria Sahani speaks with Adam Martin about third party funding and the problems they create for the unwary arbitrator. How can an arbitrator identify and address issues that may arise?
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Arbitration Institute Preview: How Arbitrators Get In Trouble…And What to Do About It from 2020-01-28T16:02:11
Bruce Meyerson, co-chair of the Arbitration Institute, interviews Tracey Frisch, AAA Senior Counsel, about her presentation at the upcoming Arbitration Institute in Phoenix, AZ. Tracey talks about ...
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A Conversation about the 2020 Arbitration Training Institute from 2020-01-14T08:30:02
Dana Welch, co-chair of the Arbitration Training Institute, talks about who should attend the event and what types of programs will be offered.
More information and registration can be fo...
Danny McFadden: A Conversation about the Singapore Convention and International Mediated Settlements from 2019-12-17T14:50:06
Danny McFadden talks about the United Nations Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation, or Singapore Convention, a watershed moment in the enforcement of internat...
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Anna Rappaport: A Conversation about Finding Your Niche as a Solo Practitioner from 2019-12-10T14:52:35
Anna Rappaport talks with Adam Martin about how career coaching can help a solo practitioner thrive by finding a specialty and becoming the "go-to" neutral in that area.
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When Disputes Go Public: Adventures in Public Policy Dispute Resolution from 2019-11-26T09:30:03
In this episode, lawyer-turned-planner-turned mediator Jessie Lawrence shares her work in public policy dispute resolution. Jessie Lawrence is an attorney and mediator with a practice focusing on d...
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Laura Wasser: A Conversation About Divorce Dispute Resolution, Online and Offline from 2019-11-19T19:15:32
Laura Wasser and Adam Martin discuss how parties can use online dispute resolution processes to facilitate the dissolution of interpersonal relationships.
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Forrest S. “Woody” Mosten: Building a Collaborative Lawyering Practice with a Spotlight on Mediation from 2019-11-12T21:06:17
Woody Mosten is a mediator, collaborative attorney, and certified family law specialist who offers his wisdom from his 40-year practice.
He discusses the collaborative discourse and therew...
Gabrielle Hartley: Conscious Uncoupling and the Better Apart Method in Divorce Mediation from 2019-11-05T19:41:31
Gabrielle Hartley, a divorce lawyer, coach, and mediator, discusses her practice and book, both entitled “Better Apart,” focusing on active validation techniques in mediation. She highlights how mi...
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Susan Guthrie: The Mechanics of Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) & Building Your Legal Brand from 2019-10-22T00:00
Susan Guthrie, an online divorce mediation specialist, discusses her family law practice, “Divorce in a Better Way”.
Innovation emboldens this dialogue, with topics including the new wave...
A Conversation About the 17th Annual Advanced Mediation and Advocacy Skills Institute from 2019-10-17T15:45:08
Host Adam Martin speaks with Suffolk University Professor Dwight Golann about the upcoming Annual Advanced Mediation and Advocacy Skills Institute in Houston, TX on November 15th & 16th. Registrati...
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Ombuds: Unusual Name, Important Service from 2019-09-13T12:28:24
A conversation with Elizabeth Hill about the roles of an Ombuds and the upcoming ABA Ombuds Day events.
Register for an event in the city nearest you at https://www.americanbar.org/groups...
Deborah Hylton: A Conversation About Resolution 105 and Diversity in ADR from 2019-08-23T19:16:43
Deborah Hylton talks with Adam Martin about the ABA’s Resolution 105 and other efforts to increase diversity in ADR.
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Political Peacemaking? Yes, It Happens! Part 2 from 2019-08-09T13:52:32
It might sound hard to believe, but those involved in political disputes at the local, state, and federal level occasionally find win-win solutions.
In today’s episode, we meet two organi...
Political Peacemaking? Yes, It Happens! from 2019-07-26T17:25:05
It might sound hard to believe, but those involved in political disputes at the local, state, and federal level occasionally find win-win solutions.
In today’s episode, we meet two organi...
The Supreme Court and Arbitration: An Insider's View from 2019-07-12T18:35:43
Andrew J. Pincus and Deepak Gupta are two leading Supreme Court practitioners who have appeared in eight precedent-setting arbitral law cases. They will share their insights from those arguments an...
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A Conflict Resolved: Managing Complex Land-Use Disputes from 2019-06-28T00:00
Many of our episodes have included practitioners discussing their practice; our latest episode is a bit different. On this episode, attorney Michael Whellan and neighborhood leader Dr. Joyce Statz ...
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Lamps Plus v. Varela from 2019-06-13T00:00
Professor Thomas Carbonneau of Penn State Law discusses the impact of a recent Supreme Court case on class arbitration, Lamps Plus v. Varela.
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A Conversation About Assessing ADR Programs from 2019-06-03T14:43:14
Adam Martin speaks with Nick Diehl and Rachel Viscomi about their upcoming webinar: Reducing Barriers and Raising Effectiveness: Assessing ADR Programs on June 5th, 1 PM EDT, which will show how th...
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Donna Erez and Brian Farkas: What should be included in a pre-mediation statement? from 2019-04-26T16:00:49
Donna Erez and Brian Farkas discuss their research on pre-mediation statements and mediator preferences.
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Rekha Rangachari: A Conversation About Diversity in ADR from 2019-04-22T16:18:23
Rekha Rangachari, Executive Director of the New York International Arbitration Center, discusses the hot topic of diversity in ADR and looks at measures that have been put in place to address diver...
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Bonus: Stephanie Cohen: A Conversation about Cybersecurity in Arbitration from 2019-04-04T00:00
Stephanie is currently a solo arbitrator in domestic and international cases and the founder of Cohen Arbitration. In the course of establishing her own solo arbitration practice, Stephanie learne...
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Antone Melton-Meaux: A conversation about mediations in sexual harassment cases from 2019-04-03T00:00
Antone Melton-Meaux is a lawyer with a theology degree. He uses his experience as an employment lawyer and chaplain to navigate both the legal and emotional aspects of sexual harassment cases.
Ava Borrasso: A Conversation About Interim and Emergency Relief in Arbitration from 2019-03-29T17:34:03
Ava Borrasso, an international arbitration practitioner based in Miami, Florida, has been active in the field of international arbitration for over twenty-five years.
In this podcast, Av...
Robert Margulies: A Conversation About the Enforcement of Mediation Agreements Across Borders from 2019-03-22T15:32:21
Robert Margulies, a mediator with extensive experience in cross-border disputes, discusses the difficulties and strategies of enforcing mediated settlement agreements in international disputes.
Colin Rule: A Conversation about Online Dispute Resolution from 2019-03-15T16:10:29
In this episode, we talk with Colin Rule, VP of Online Dispute Resolution at Tyler Technologies. Colin discusses how ODR has grown over the years and is now used by courts with matters ranging from...
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Harout Samra: A Conversation on International Arbitration from 2019-03-04T19:28:14
In this first episode Section member Adam Martin talks with Harout Samra, an international arbitration practitioner with DLA Piper in Miami.
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