Description:

On this episode of I'll Allow It, Nevada!, we are joined by Nevada Settlement Judge Ishi Kunin to explore the Nevada Supreme Court's Settlement Program, an alternative dispute resolution program designed to help parties resolve appellate cases through mediation.

Settlement Judge Kunin explains how the program works, what parties and attorneys can expect when a case is assigned, and why mediation can be an effective and efficient path to resolution. Since its creation in 1997, the program has successfully settled over half of the cases referred to it, saving time, costs, and stress for those involved in appellate litigation.

Whether you're an attorney, judge, or simply interested in how Nevada's courts promote collaboration and resolution, this episode offers a thoughtful look inside one of the judiciary's most impactful programs.

State Bar of Nevada CLE Course ID: P_20251018_50632_1

Certificate of Attendance: https://ow.ly/ooSi50UnWjZ

Learning Objectives:

1. Explain the purpose and structure of the Nevada Supreme Court Settlememnt Program.

2. Describe the role of a settlemement judge and how mediation differs from traditional appellate adjudication.

3. Identify the steps and procedures invloved when a case is referred to the Settlemement Program.

4. Recognize the advantages of mediation in the appellate process, including cost savings, risk reduction, and party-driven resolution.

5. Understand best practices for attorneys when preparing for participation in the Settlemement Program.

Faculty: Ishi Kunin, Nevada Settlement Judge

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Audience:

• Judges and court staff
• Legal professionals
• Educators
• Anyone interested in mediation

CLE/CJE: 0.5 CLE/CJE credit hours are available until December 31, 2028.