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Through a combination of award-winning mediators and arbitrators, exceptional case management and industry leadership, NAM has proudly served as the ADR administrator of choice for the legal community for almost 30 years.

For decades, mediation had been partially virtual with phone and video participation by some parties and claims personnel. Is that process now up to the challenges of almost no in person participation? Can the technology adapt fast enough and satisfy the consumers of dispute resolution services? Is ADR, for better or worse, now the only game in town?

If you have any cases “ready for mediation” and would like to scheduled them. Please contact your NAM Account Executive today or email customerservice@namadr.com to submit a case.

Join NAM award-winning neutral, Richard Byrne to learn about the unique issues attendant to confronting and addressing insurance coverage disputes - with particular attention paid to the practical benefits of resolving these disputes via Mediation.

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.

Ms. Silvey is involved in various management operations of the company including panel development, oversight and implementation of commercial and employment dispute resolution initiatives, the creation and implementation of various rules of procedure, and the general business affairs of the company. She also oversees neutral recruitment throughout the United States and internationally.

The survey measures loyalty, satisfaction and support for companies and firms that have faithfully served the New England region with high-caliber legal services and expertise and showcases those businesses that stand out among their competitors in providing essentials that are required to compete in today’s legal market.

"The maritime bar is very small, and people know each other and speak the same language. So in maritime disputes, it is extremely helpful to have an arbitrator or mediator with a maritime background."

Judge Skelos draws upon his many years of experience on the bench and as a neutral and addresses how Alternative Dispute Resolution, and in particular, mediation, should be considered when resolving trust and estate disputes.

During these unusual times, Virtual ADR is now the norm when presenting Continuing Legal Education programs and NAM neutrals are consistently being invited to share their knowledge and expertise on a wide array of topics.