Continuing Legal Education (CLE)

Although mediation resolves most disputes, some mediations end in impasse. Such disappointments can usually be avoided and positive resolutions achieved when advocates are armed with knowledge of common mediation pitfalls and develop negotiation skills that can enhance mediation outcomes.

Contested matters in the Surrogate's Courts of New York are part of the trend of increasing litigation in our society. The weight of that trend is all the more heavier following the closure of the courthouses and the limit placed on the reopened courthouses following the Covid-19 pandemic.

The crafting of an arbitration clause with specific terms on professional responsibility is of vital importance in streamlining the resolution of any dispute under the agreement.

Hon. Peter B. Skelos (Ret.) and Gary H. Tabat, Esq. will join an expert panel that will address why attorneys and litigants must come to understand that courthouse life in the post-pandemic world will only serve to exacerbate the problems of our historically overburdened matrimonial parts.

Teleconferencing and videoconferencing are hot topics in today's environment. Join NAM's award-winning neutral, Hon. John P. DiBlasi (Ret.), and learn why legal professionals are using this form of communication now more than ever, heightening the exposure to cybersecurity threats

Teleconferencing and videoconferencing are hot topics in today’s environment. Legal professionals are using this form of communication now more than ever, which heightens the exposure to cybersecurity threats. “User hygiene” should be top-of-mind to ensure that mediations and arbitrations are not subject to attack by hackers.

The program will provide a comprehensive overview to virtual mediation and arbitration, including guidelines and protocols regarding cybersecurity for virtual hearings, and a review of available technology and choice of platforms.

Attendees will learn best practices and pitfalls that occur during mediations and how to maximize the possibility of achieving a resolution through the mediation. Issues unique to the virtual ADR process in terms of negotiations and security unique to videoconferencing technology will also be addressed.

Now that we are all faced with the reality of social distancing, it is imperative that we use technology to continue working while adhering to the government regulations. Video conferencing and tele-conferencing is fully operational enabling mediators to continue providing seamless alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services.

Judge DiBlasi will provide participants with an introduction to mediation and virtual alternative dispute resolution (ADR), its benefits, cybersecurity and enhanced security protocols and much more.