Sentences with phrase «during a mediation session in»

Ernest Guiste had argued that his use of profanity during a mediation session in a sexual harassment case should have been protected by a confidentiality agreement signed by both parties ahead of the meeting.

These divorce professionals share the goal of helping their clients be better advocates for themselves during the mediation sessions in addition to the specialized knowledge they offer.

Not exact matches

Of course, mediation isn't suitable in all scenarios — there may be domestic violence, a serious imbalance of power or during the course of mediation the mediator may identify that one or both of the parties isn't really engaging with the process and just be using the sessions as an opportunity to air grievances.

If an e-mail to one party during the course of a mediation process is considered a «private session» then arguably this provision emphasizes the duty of the mediator to ensure that these kinds of issues are discussed and resolved well in advance.

So, virtually nothing discussed during the mediation session had any bearing on the issues in dispute in the arbitration.

(f) Neither the mediator nor any party or other person involved in mediation sessions under this section shall be competent to testify to communications made during or in furtherance of such mediation sessions; provided, there is no privilege as to communications made in furtherance of a crime or fraud.

On the other hand, issues occasionally come up in a mediation that benefit from direct involvement of counsel, and therefore their participation at an occasional mediation session or their availability by phone during such sessions may be advantageous.

A successful mediation outcome is as much about staying future focussed and engaged in progressing matters between mediation sessions with whomever you are working with or whatever you are working on, as during the mediation sessions.

During mediation sessions the parties negotiate directly with one another in the presence of the mediator who facilitates the discussions and negotiations, without imposing his / her opinions on the parties or advocating for either.

The more you know the answers to these questions before you walk in the door, the more effective you will be during the mediation sessions.

During a series of «mediation» type sessions where all parties are present, as well as in certain circumstances, accountants, financial managers, therapists, and mediators, the parties negotiate through the various issues presenting the couple.

In fact, during your mediation sessions, you may encounter one or more different types of caucusing.

In contrast, newer Facilitative Mediators used Facilitative Mediation interventions during the entire session — the same with Transformative mediators, Evaluative mediators, etc..

I believe it has primed the parties to be more prepared for managing themselves and making decisions during the mediation sessions, often resulting in the need for fewer sessions.

Consistent with this commitment, in 2006, we became the first family and divorce mediators in the country to acquire and use large (37») flat panel television monitors with our clients during all mediation sessions — to consider and develop divorce planning options.

During the mediation session the mediator will assist the parties to explore the issues in dispute; develop options and negotiate possible outcomes; work out priorities; find common ground.

The outcome of this case was that the California Supreme Court ruled in favor of strictly interpreting broad confidentiality regarding statements and behavior before, during and after mediation sessions, stating:

Court Field Trip: At different points during the mediation session, you each indicated that you might feel like court would be a good option for resolving some of your impasse issues. Before you make a final decision as to whether court would be a good option for you, we'd suggest that you make a trip down to the Superior Court at 111 N. Hill Street, 2nd floor, Los Angeles, CA 90012 and see what happens in the family courtrooms. We think it makes sense for you to have all of the information before you make final choices about going to court or not going to court. Without seeing how the court operates, you won't know if it's the best choice for you.

Your divorce lawyer will be there to guide the decision making process during any alternate dispute resolution or mediation sessions, advise you as to your legal rights, and the court's typical reasoning in a given situation, and most importantly to advocate for you and your children.

A skilled mediator will take the time to prepare you in advance of your mediation so you can focus on making important decisions during the sessions.

Any terms that the parties agree to during the course of the mediation session that aren't put into writing in the mediation agreement can not be judicially enforced.