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Please join the Honorable John P. DiBlasi, J.S.C. (Ret.) and Richard P. Byrne, Esq. as they share their experiences as Virtual Neutrals mediating and arbitrating cases remotely. The broader discussion includes an explanation of the need for this technology, its many benefits and, most importantly, the simplicity of its use. Specifically, topics will include the accessibility of the technology, the ability to use it anywhere, its reliability and benefits with respect to business continuity, savings in time, reduction in costs and its favorable impact on scheduling.

New York, NY (March 30, 2020) – NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation), one of the nation’s leading providers of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) services, is pleased to announce the addition of Honorable John G. Ingram (Ret.) to its New York Metro roster of neutrals. Judge Ingram is recognized as one of the nation’s foremost authorities […]

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak and Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s announcement Friday morning, please be advised that as of Monday, March 23, NAM  will no longer have any in-person hearings or conferences at any of NAM’s New York state locations.  All NAM employees and hearing officers in New York will be working remotely from home. […]

In light of the current state of events surrounding us all, NAM would like to remind you that should the need arise, we have state of the art technology that enables video and telephonic conferencing for arbitration and mediation hearings.

Ms. Epstein, draws upon her more than 35 years of experience in civil litigation as a practicing attorney in employment law and housing discrimination matters and discusses why employment disputes are appropriate for mediation. Her legal expertise coupled with her deep experience as an arbitrator and mediator, makes her well-qualified to address why mediation will result in a "win-win" for all sides, but "before anything can happen, the parties must get in the room first."

High honors also went to two of NAM’s well-regarded neutrals: Richard P. Byrne, Esq. earned the distinction of being a Top 3 Mediator in the country for the sixth year in a row, and Hon. John P. DiBlasi was also recognized as a Top 3 Mediator in the nation for the seventh straight year (ranked #1, 4 years in a row).

Mr. Sabele has been engaged in the practice of law for more than 30 years and is well respected for his ability to resolve cases concerning personal injury and civil disputes. Throughout his career, he has handled numerous matters and has settled, litigated and tried a diverse caseload.

IN MEMORIAM PETER J. MERANI, ESQ. MARCH 17, 1936 – FEBRUARY 12, 2020 In loving memory of a dear friend and colleague. Our heartfelt condolences to the Merani Family.

The purpose of placing an arbitration clause in a contract is to streamline the resolution of any disputes under the agreement. Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) avoids the time, cost and uncertainty of litigating in court when a dispute arises. In drafting an arbitration clause, the goal is make the clause itself clear a...

NAM IN THE NEWS New York, NY (January 31, 2020) – On Friday, January 24th, NAM neutrals, James W. Borkowski, Esq., Michael W. Emerson, Esq., and Hon. Peter B. Skelos (Ret.), presented a a 90-minute Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminar entitled, Inside the Mind of a Mediator: Avoiding Impasse and Maximizing Outcomes in Mediations, to the New York City […]