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Where virtual ADR was once a novel concept, it has now become almost commonplace. Legal professionals are finding that the use of this medium for arbitrations and mediations is a convenient, cost-efficient and effective manner in which to conduct ADR.

Attendees will receive insights and suggestions on crafting an arbitration clause, so as to avoid litigating the clause. They will also learn how to streamline the resolution of any dispute through its terms, crafting a clause applicable to a specific business transaction, and avoiding unconscionable terms that may be intertwined with ethical issues that could render the clause null and void in whole or in part.

NAM celebrates Women's History Month and salutes the many accomplishments and achievements of women nationwide as well as the neutrals on NAM's esteemed panel.

Judge Scheinkman and Ms. Herscovici will discuss the differences between finding justice through trial, in court or at private mediation.

NAM is proud to announce that it has been voted a top alternative dispute resolution provider in the United States by the 2021 National Law Journal Best Of Survey for the eighth straight year. High honors went to Richard P. Byrne, Esq. who earned the distinction of being a Top 3 Mediator in the country for the seventh year in a row, and Hon. John P. DiBlasi (Ret.) recognized as a Top 3 Mediator in the nation for the eighth straight year.

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.

In addition to being a mediator and arbitrator with NAM, Judge Bonina has been a faculty member of St. Joseph's for 17 years where she has taught Business Law, Principles of Insurance, Sports Law and Sports and Recreation Law.

As NAM's Chief Commercial Officer, and a Hearing Officer, Jim brings more than 35 years of professional experience as an attorney, regulator, executive, strategic advisor and board member in the domestic and global insurance and reinsurance sectors.

Mr. Schiffer is well known throughout the insurance and legal communities and has successfully litigated, arbitrated and mediated insurance/reinsurance and complex commercial litigation disputes.

Mr. Byrne draws upon his many years of experience as a litigator and neutral and addresses how Mediation should be considered when resolving construction defect disputes as an "alternative route" to expensive and often time consuming litigation.