The Future of Resolution

Innovative alternative dispute resolution (ADR) leader Miles Mediation & Arbitration explores legal trends, news, and the evolving practice of dispute management.

Charles Ali Everage - A Deep Dive into Wrongful Death

In this episode of The Future of Resolution Podcast, Miles mediator & arbitrator Steve Dunn sits down with civil litigator Charles Ali Everage to discuss the complexities of wrongful death cases, why he finds this work so rewarding, his thoughts on the future of the industry, and his advice to young attorneys entering the field.

06-16
44:30

Bartina Edwards - Lawyer, Entrepreneur, and Community Leader

In this episode of The Future of Resolution Podcast, Miles mediator & arbitrator Steve Dunn sits down with employment and collaborative law-trained attorney Bartina Edwards, to discuss her fascinating career journey, her philosophy on being "busy," CP3 Paradigm (and what the name stands for), collaborative law, and more.

05-20
53:14

Case Deep Dive with Mathew Flatow - When a Case Takes on a Life of its Own

In this episode of “The Future of Resolution” podcast, Miles mediator & arbitrator Steve Dunn sits down with Mathew Flatow, managing partner of SeiferFlatow, PLLC to discuss an interesting case that was resolved, and then turned into an all-out personal war. This case is an interesting commercial defamation case between business owners who, in addition to their legal dispute, also are neighbors and torment each other in ways that are unfathomable.  

03-23
55:04

Marty White - Naval Officer, NASCAR Attorney, Managing Partner, and Mediator

In this episode of The Future of Resolution Podcast, Miles mediator Steve Dunn interviews prodigious attorney Martin “Marty” White about his time as a JAG Corps officer, representing NASCAR drivers, keeping things in perspective in the legal industry, and the future of mediation. A managing partner at Johnston, Allison & Hord in Charlotte, Marty is one of the most interesting business litigators in North Carolina.

02-18
36:28

Programs Addressing Landlord-Tenant Disputes & Evictions

In this episode of The Future of Resolution Podcast, Miles mediator Danae Woodward speaks with Amy Cox Gruendel and Salim Uqdah about their efforts to address COVID-related stressors on the court system and the rise of landlord-tenant cases through programs they’ve implemented.

02-10
40:12

Katie Dolan - from the Mecklenburg County Courthouse to Miles Mediation & Arbitration

In this episode of The Future of Resolution Podcast, Miles mediator & arbitrator Steve Dunn sits down with Katie Dolan, former ADR coordinator of the Mecklenburg County Courthouse and new Senior Customer Service Specialist at Miles, to discuss her journey and how it will contribute to her new role.

02-03
30:51

The Power of Being Underestimated with Sara Lincoln

Never underestimate the power of being underestimated. ​In this episode of The Future of Resolution Podcast , Miles mediator & arbitrator Steve Dunn sits down with Sara Lincoln of Lincoln Derr, well-known in Charlotte for their performance as civil litigators. Dunn and Lincoln discuss how she overcame initial challenges in the field, her journey along the way, and how she sees the legal industry moving forward. 

01-05
35:48

Two Mayors and Two Attorneys - A Discussion About Local Government - During Covid-19 and Beyond​

With all the focus on national government these days, it’s easy to forget the importance of local government, especially as it is the first line of defense against COVID-19 in our communities. College Park Mayor Bianca Motley Broom sits down with East Point Mayor Deana Holiday Ingram, Attorney Robbie Ashe, and Attorney Rusi Patel to discuss the importance of local government, especially during the pandemic.

12-30
01:19:02

Why Civil Collaboration Law? A Conversation with Colleen Byers and John Sarratt

In these high-stress times, the last thing most people want is to deal with a knock-down-drag-out legal battle. Mediator and Collaborative Attorney Danae Woodward discusses the growing practice of Civil Collaboration Law with some of its foremost advocates, Colleen Byers and John Sarratt, and how it can take the antagonism out of a legal case.  

12-17
34:42

Josh Durham of Bell Davis Pitt - Business Litigator, Podcaster, and Writer

In this episode, Miles mediator and arbitrator Steve Dunn talks with Josh Durham, Partner at Bell Davis Pitt. Durham discusses his own podcast, his career as a business litigator, and his personal writings.

12-10
49:03

A Conversation with Greg Parent on His Mediation Success and Joining the Charlotte Panel

In this inaugural Charlotte podcast episode, Miles mediator & arbitrator Steve Dunn talks with Greg Parent, also a mediator & arbitrator at Miles. Parent shares why he became a mediator, how his past roles have shaped his success in mediation, and what his vision is for Charlotte as it relates to his career and the business community there. ​

12-09
43:40

Rebecca Bratter of Greenspoon Marder on Life, Career, and Impacting the Community

With all the changes surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, mediator Jennifer Grippa and Rebecca Bratter discuss the current challenges of doing business and how it could change the climate of the law industry moving forward. They also talk life, parenting, giving back, and practical strategies for success in business.

12-07
29:50

A Conversation with Ken Jarrard and James Westbury on Local Government Law and ADR

Miles mediator & arbitrator Jason Harper joins James Westbury, a long-time local government attorney and currently an Attorney and Property & Liability Claims Manager of the Georgia Municipal Association and Ken Jarrard, a well-known government attorney and Partner with Jarrard and Davis. They discuss several topics pertaining to local government law and ADR.

11-10
53:13

From General Counsel to President: A Conversation with Joseph Blanco of Crawford & Co.

In this episode, Joseph Blanco discusses his previous role as General Counsel of Crawford & Co., where he now serves as President of the company. Crawford is the largest publicly listed independent claims management firm in the world. 

10-18
34:24

Ana Maria Martinez on Intentionally Supporting and Promoting Latinx Law Students

As we conclude Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15), mediator Michael Eshman sits down with Ana Maria Martinez, President and Co-Founder of the Georgia Latino Law Foundation, to discuss efforts to help support and promote Latinx law students in Georgia and ways to increase diversity in the legal community. 

10-15
46:49

A Conversation with CK Hoffler: Building a Legacy of Service to the Community

Miles mediator & arbitrator Winter Wheeler interviews the legendary CK Hoffler, President of the National Bar Association and Chair of Rainbow PUSH Coalition. President Hoffler's contributions to the legal profession and commitment to social justice inspires, motivates, and energizes everyone around her! 

09-30
43:54

A Conversation with Rett Peaden About Proper Planning for Business Divorce

In this episode of “The Future of Resolution” Podcast, Miles mediator & arbitrator Matt Thiry talks with Rett Peaden of Smith, Gambrell & Russell about the concept of business divorce, why businesses split up, and how it can be a contentious process.

09-15
40:54

A Conversation with Georgia Court of Appeals Judge Verda Colvin

In this episode, Miles mediator and arbitrator Winter Wheeler speaks with Georgia Court of Appeals Judge Verda Colvin. Judge Colvin opens up about growing up in Atlanta and her inspiring legal career. Colvin was sworn into the Court of Appeals by Governor Kemp on April 10, 2020, making her the first African American​ woman appointed by a Republican Governor.  

08-11
57:30

Angus Haig, General Counsel Cox Automotive

Angus Haig, Senior Vice President, and General Counsel of Cox Automotive discusses his journey with Coca-Cola to his role as Senior Vice President and General Counsel of Cox Automotive, and shares the ongoing expansion of Cox in emerging industries.

08-07
43:20

Building Resilience, Compassion & Resolution: Hon. Susan Forsling

Judge Susan Forsling discusses the value of in-person mediation and arbitration and how and she has maintained her alternative dispute resolution (ADR) practice throughout the pandemic. She also provides valuable advice for new lawyers and working parents, and tips on ways to resolve conflict in an effective manner.

07-31
36:25

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