NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation)

Legal and insurance professionals gathered for a complimentary CLE program on the settlement of medical malpractice cases, presented by NAM Hearing Officers, the Hon. Paul J. Baisley, Jr. (Ret.) and the Hon. Peter J. O'Donoghue (Ret.). The event was a great success, offering both valuable insights and networking opportunities.

This December, join us for a CLE webinar with NACLE as NAM Hearing Officer, the Hon. Alan D. Scheinkman (Ret.), discusses the importance of ethical considerations in settlement negotiations. The use of Alternative Dispute Resolution, particularly in the area of mediation, has grown dramatically in the past ten years. However, it is a process with which many counsel are unfamiliar. Judge Scheinkman will discuss the importance of ethical considerations that relate to settlement negotiations. Given the nature of mediation, it is important that the parties negotiate in an ethical fashion which translates into good faith. While trust of an adversary is a relative concept, there is an ethical obligation of fair dealing when negotiating a settlement. The absence of same will breed mistrust which will detrimentally affect the mediation process. Judge Scheinkman will also address the importance of ethical considerations when negotiating with opposing counsel on issues relating to representation of the client, as well as problems that may arise with parties in attendance at the mediation. He will also explore the importance of ethics as it relates to confidentiality, conveyance of demands and offers, disclosure of new information, insurance issues, pre-mediation submissions, and settlement terms. The presentation will emphasize the ethical obligation to negotiate in good faith and strategies of a proactive approach by counsel to head off bad faith behavior. Register now: https://bit.ly/3AIqb9M

Don’t forget to place your vote for NAM in the annual National Law Journal “Best Of” survey. Voting is open through December 13! ? NAM and our Hearing Officers are nominated in categories 47 - 51, which include: Best ADR Provider, Best Mediator, Best Online ADR Resource, Best CLE Provider, and Best Online CLE Provider. Voting shouldn't take more than a few minutes and partial survey responses are accepted. Vote now: https://bit.ly/4fnRiGg

Today is your last chance to register for the CNYC 44th Annual Housing Conference. NAM Hearing Officer Rhonda Epstein, Esq. will present "Mediation to Resolve Disputes" with Bruce Cholst via Zoom. They will discuss how mediation presents an excellent forum for disputing neighbors or for shareholders/unit owners disputing with Boards to resolve their differences. Click here to register or learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02VsYr20

Thursday is your last chance to register for the CNYC 44th Annual Housing Conference, where NAM Hearing Officer Rhonda Epstein, Esq. will present "Mediation to Resolve Disputes" with Bruce Cholst. Click here to register or learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02Vt9zV0

The 2025 National Law Journal “Best Of” survey is underway once again! ??? NAM and our Hearing Officers are nominated in categories 47 - 51, which include: 47: ?? Best ADR Provider 48: ?? Best Mediator 49: ?? Best Online ADR Resource 50: ?? Best CLE Provider 51: ?? Best Online CLE Provider Thank you for your support! You can vote for specific questions without completing the entire survey. Vote now: https://bit.ly/3Oo2AyF

Honoring those who have served our country with bravery and sacrifice.

Later this month, NAM Hearing Officer Rhonda Epstein, Esq. will present "Mediation to Resolve Disputes" with Bruce Cholst as part of the CNYC 44th Annual Housing Conference via Zoom. The presentation is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. E.T. on November 17th, 2024. They will discuss how mediation presents an excellent forum for disputing neighbors or for shareholders/unit owners disputing with Boards to resolve their differences. Registration closes on November 14th, 2024; don't miss your chance to attend this insightful session. Click here to register or learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02VsY9-0

May this Diwali bring you peace, joy and prosperity!

On Sunday, November 17th, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. E.T., NAM Hearing Officer Rhonda Epstein, Esq. will present "Mediation to Resolve Disputes" with Bruce Cholst as part of the CNYC 44th Annual Housing Conference via Zoom. They will discuss how mediation presents an excellent forum for disputing neighbors or for shareholders/unit owners disputing with Boards to resolve their differences. Registration closes on November 14th, 2024; don't miss your chance to attend this insightful session. Click here to register or learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02Vt4ZS0