Jeff Kichaven

Dec 1, 2023 | dailyjournal.com | Jeff Kichaven

The purpose of this article is to help lawyers do a better job of selecting mediators. There’s no one mediator who is best for every case. So, here’s a three-step system to select your next mediator. You should consider the mediator’s:• Personality• Subject-Matter Expertise• Mediation Skill Personality A mediator’s effectiveness depends on far more than the mediator’s paper credentials. Personality is important, too.

Feb 14, 2023 | mediate.com | Shane Martin |Jeff Kichaven |Holly Hayes |Timothy Germany

When you’re mediating conflict, food is often an afterthought. Most mediators and lawyers are focused on the actual mediation process, not considering the power food has in accelerating and improving their success rates. However, having a meal during mediation can shift the dynamics in your favor. Let’s explore why. Creates AffinityFood can help break down barriers between two parties who may have difficulty communicating.