Resolutions: A Podcast About Dispute Resolution and Prevention

Listen to our latest podcast, “ADR in the Aftermath of the Baltimore Bridge Collapse” featuring LeRoy Lambert, President of the Society of Maritime Arbitrators and American Arbitration Association Commercial Vice President, Aaron Gothelf, as they discuss the role ADR plays in resolving maritime accidents. Episode Highlights: Arbitration in Maritime Disputes: Understand how arbitration is used in maritime law, focusing on its process, benefits, and when it's most likely to be employed. The Role of Mediation: Discuss the effectiveness of mediation in reaching global settlements in shipping accidents, including its advantages for all parties involved. Specialized Arbitral Institutions: Highlight institutions that specialize in maritime disputes, their role, and how they facilitate the resolution of complex cases. The RMS Titanic Statute of 1851 and ADR: Explore how the RMS Titanic Statute of 1851 influences the resolution of maritime disputes and its impact on ADR processes. First Party vs. Third Party Claims in ADR: Examine how first party and third party claims are handled differently in the context of ADR and the challenges associated with each. Challenges with Business Interruption Claims: Understand the difficulties in recovering business interruption claims through ADR in maritime contexts and strategies to address these challenges. Educational Opportunities for ADR Professionals: Discuss resources and learning paths for mediators and arbitrators to deepen their understanding of maritime law and insurance issues specific to maritime accidents. Special Guest, LeRoy Lambert is President of the Society of Maritime Arbitrators, outside General Counsel to the Board of the American Steamship Owners Mutual Protection and Indemnity Association, and of counsel to the New York firm of Poles, Tublin, Stratakis & Gonzalez, LLP. He received his J.D. from Tulane and clerked for the Chief Justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court. LeRoy spent 25 years in private practice at the maritime firms of Healy & Baillie and Blank Rome and also served as General Counsel for the US representative of the Standard P&I Club. He is a Proctor Member of the Maritime Law Association and served on its Board of Directors from 2015-18, and is a member of the AAA Commercial Panel, the Houston Maritime Arbitrators Association, and the German Maritime Arbitration Association. LeRoy is a co-author of “Voyage Charters,” the leading treatise in the field of maritime law. Episode Host, Aaron Gothelf is Regional Vice President of the American Arbitration Association’s Commercial Division for California. He serves as the National Chair of AAA’s Entertainment Practice, the Western U.S. Chair for AAA’s Technology Practice, and as an Ambassador for the AAA-ICDR Foundation. Aaron is a Council Member for the ABA’s Dispute Resolution Section of which he formally served as Educational Programming Officer. He is Chair of the ABA’s Forum on the Entertainment & Sports Industries, Motion Pictures & Television Division. Is a member of the ADR Committee for the Litigation Section of the California Lawyers Association, is Co-Chair of the Executive Committee for the Bar Association of San Francisco's Barristers Litigation Section, and is on the Advisory Board for the USC Gould School of Law Institute on Entertainment Law and Business. He holds a BA and MA from the University of Southern California, a J.D. from the City University of New York School of Law, and a Mediation Certificate from the Bar Association of San Francisco.  Become Part of Our Community: Are you passionate about making a difference through dispute resolution? If you're not yet a member of the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution, we warmly invite you to join us. Our Section is a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to advancing the field of dispute resolution. As a member, you'll gain access to exclusive resources, professional development opportunities, and a network of like-minded individuals committed to fostering understanding and excellence in conflict resolution. Join us today and be part of the movement towards a more just and peaceful world. Learn more and join here. We Value Your Feedback: If you enjoyed today's episode of 'Resolutions,' please take a moment to leave us a review and a 5-star rating on your preferred podcast platform. Your feedback not only supports our mission but also helps us reach and inspire more individuals interested in the art and science of dispute resolution. Sharing your thoughts on the podcast makes a real difference and ensures we continue delivering the content you love and find valuable. Thank you for being a part of our journey towards creating positive change through effective conflict resolution. Disclaimer: The content provided in the 'Resolutions' podcast, including all text, audio, images, and other material, is for entertainment purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Nothing contained in the podcast or its show notes should be construed as legal advice from the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution or the individual hosts and guests. The opinions and views expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of the American Bar Association or the Section of Dispute Resolution. For specific legal advice, please consult with a licensed attorney specialized in the relevant area.

In this episode, Caroline Stauffer chats with Donna Douglass Williams — Head of Ombuds at Pinterest — about the benefits of investing in an ombuds in the tech industry. Ready to learn more about this dynamic profession? Ombuds Day is Oct. 12 and to celebrate, we’ll be hosting a complimentary event for all! This year’s signature event, “A Conversation with Thomas Zgambo” offers an opportunity to increase awareness and understanding of the ombuds profession, highlight the value of ombuds, and encourage greater use of ombuds programs. We are honored to host Dr. Zgambo and learn from the diversity of roles he has served as an Ombuds. Register for this free event today! Not a member of the American Bar Association: Section of Dispute Resolution? Join today!   

Rekha Rangachari interviews Mediator & Founder of Peacemaker, Brian K. Epps In this episode, Brian drills down on the benefits, and misunderstandings, surrounding risk analysis as a critical tool for attorneys and mediators. Peacemaker offers a solution to the “math is hard” axiom, mapping litigant responses to simple questions — ultimately displayed in a simple table rather than a confusing decision tree matrix. Brian demonstrates through case examples how to incorporate risk analysis into mediation, to find a pathway between gut instinct-approximations and sound approaches to valuation. Episode Resources: ABA Section of Dispute Resolution members: To qualify for the three-month trial period, email support@peacemaker.legal The Role of Risk Analysis in Dispute & Litigation Management The One Minute Manager Prepares for Mediation: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Negotiation Preparation Not a member of the American Bar Association: Section of Dispute Resolution? Join today!

In this episode, host Caroline Stauffer chats with Genesis Fisher & Jeff Kichaven, who give advice on how to start your own mediation practice.   Not a member of the American Bar Association: Section of Dispute Resolution? Become one here.

In this second episode of a multi-part series, Alex Green IV has a conversation with Catherine Connor and Katherine Miller, who are both experienced mediation trainers with the Center for Understanding in Conflict, about the mechanics and the philosophy of the Center’s different approach to and style of mediation.  We hope that our listeners can understand the uniqueness and maybe even consider the potential utility of the Center’s Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) model such that the Center’s mediation strategies and techniques may be useful to adopt and explore in other, more “traditional” mediation settings.

Two young ADR professionals, a mediator and arbitrator, both from Brazil, share their challenges and views of the profession and why/how they chose the ADR path.

American Arbitration Association (AAA) Commercial Vice President, Aaron Gothelf sits down with Bridget McCormack to discuss her transition from Chief Justice of The Michigan Supreme Court to CEO of AAA.    Topics include: Why she was interested in taking on the role? How her experience as an academic and on the bench influenced her leadership style? What sets AAA apart from other ADR providers? How can arbitration improve its’ public image as various states attempt to pass laws banning or restricting consumer and employment arbitration? Is artificial intelligence the future of ADR and could it replace arbitrators? Her overall vision for AAA’s future.

In this episode, host Juliana Rigato-Piekarski is joined by ADR professionals Miss-Ashley Kendrick and Sunnita Blount, Esq. for a thought-provoking conversation about what “belonging” means, its importance for neutrals, its impact on the ADR practice, and how to achieve it. 

In this episode, host Alex Green IV has a conversation with James Dykeman and Catherine Connor, a conflict resolution trainer and a marketer/public relations specialist, both of whom work for the Center for Understanding in Conflict.   This conversation not only offers information about the founding and the history of the organization, but also an overview of the unique model that the Center for Understanding in Conflict uses to train mediators.   Interested in learning more about dispute resolution? Join the American Bar Association and the Section of Dispute Resolution!

In this episode, Larry Schooler sits down with American Bar Association President Deborah Enix Ross and Terry Amsler, School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University.   They discuss the ABA Cornerstones of Democracy: Civics, Civility and Collaboration Commission. This initiative encourages the legal profession to lead the way in promoting civics, civility, and collaboration to restore confidence in our democratic institute and the judicial system, and to protect the rule of law. 

In this episode, Rekha Rangachari sits down with Andrew Hutchinson, Chief Revenue Officer at Immediation. They discuss Immediation’s history and end-to-end process management, the future of mediation — to include start-ups and an uptick of technology disputes, and driving better outcomes in law through technology.

In partnership with the Mitchell Hamline School of Law Project Advisory Committee, and along with interested individuals and community organizations, the School established the Truth and Action project—a project created under the umbrella of transitional justice, which relies on the foundation that reform and reconciliation are not possible without first understanding the truth.

In episode two of a two part series on collaborative law, host Caroline Stauffer sits down with Kevin Scudder of the Seattle Collaborative Law Center to discuss the practice of collaborative law.   Not a member of the American Bar Association: Section of Dispute Resolution? Become one here.

In this episode, Diana Kruze, Case Manager for the U.S. Courts of Appeals, and host Jason Harper of Miles Mediation & Arbitration, discuss the practice of discovery referees, also known as Special Masters. Diana gives listeners an overview of the practice and discusses the values and skills one should have as a practitioner. Not a member of the American Bar Association: Section of Dispute Resolution? Become one here.

In episode one of a two part series on collaborative law, host Caroline Stauffer sits down with Kevin Scudder of the Seattle Collaborative Law Center to discuss the practice. Kevin and Caroline give listeners an overview of collaborative law and discuss the values and skills one should have as a practitioner.  Not a member of the American Bar Association: Section of Dispute Resolution? Become one here.

Listen to our latest podcast, “Arbitrating Cryptocurrency Disputes,” featuring Arbitrator and Commercial Litigator, Dani Schwartz of Wachtel Missry LLP and American Arbitration Association Commercial Vice President, Aaron Gothelf, as they discuss the intricacies of arbitrating disputes involving cryptocurrency.  Topics include: What are some of the disputes related to cryptocurrency that end up in arbitration? How are cryptocurrency disputes different from other types of financial disputes? Is cryptocurrency a true currency or a speculative investment vehicle?  What happened at FTX and do other cryptocurrency exchanges face similar risks? Will more traditional financial services corporations enter the cryptocurrency exchange marketplace? How can Neutrals who are interested in mediating and arbitrating cryptocurrency cases strengthen their blockchain technical knowledge?    Not a member of the American Bar Association: Section of Dispute Resolution? Become one here.

In our mediation and arbitration sessions, we often review memories of past events.  But how might our culture influence what we remember, and even alter our memories over time, in ways that could impact outcomes in dispute resolution? Dr. Sukhsimranjit Singh of Pepperdine University explores this topic in conversation with host Larry Schooler.   Not a member of the American Bar Association: Section of Dispute Resolution? Become one here!

This episode features Harold Coleman, Jr., Senior Vice President / Mediator, AAA-ICDR-AAA Mediation.org & Dr. Debra Dupree, Founder and CEO, Relationships-at-Work. Join them as they share the essence of mediation, as well as why a lifelong learning mindset is critical to professional success. They’ll also give a preview of the 19th Annual Advanced Mediation and Advocacy Skills Institute. This 3-day virtual Institute features the opportunity to learn from the leading social, behavioral and legal authorities in the field. Register at: ambar.org/med2022   Not a member of the American Bar Association: Section of Dispute Resolution? Become one here: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/dispute_resolution/membership/ 

This episode features Ryan Smith, assistant university ombudsperson at Michigan State University, and Josef Leidenfrost, European Network of Ombuds in Higher Education. Join them as they discuss the role of an ombuds in an organization and dive into the different structures of American and European ombud structures.

It is no secret that working in corporate America can be as much of an exercise in managing people and personalities as an opportunity for career or professional development. While being overworked and feeling undervalued at work seems to be the norm and, accordingly, society is somewhat desensitized to this reality, some workplace environments become even more toxic.   Workplace bullying is a phenomenon as old as time, but a topic that has received little attention particularly before workers started to reassess how their work informs a relationship with self in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Alex Green IV has a candid and insightful conversation with Herschenia Brown about her experience with workplace bullying in pursuit of a career in business and corporate finance as well as the challenges she faced in confronting and resolving these issues without access to conflict and dispute resolution resources.