Entries by szamor@effectivemediationconsultants.com

“Mediate, Like Water My Friend – Reflecting on Bruce Lee”

By Stanley Zamor The Defense and the Plaintiff’s attorneys exchanged smiles and pleasantries while the agreement was being signed, then someone stated, “How did we get here. I never settle these cases so early…”. I immediately interjected, “Well, it’s because we mediated like water. And from the orientation (opening statement) forward, you allowed the process […]

Quotes from “The Importance of Diversity in Alternative Dispute Resolution” June 2021

Baros, Eunice, Palm Beach County Bar Bulletin on Diversity.Mediation Notable article quotes: (Click here for article) “Diversity pervades our entire existence …Diversity goes beyond cultural characteristics. If affects our socio-economic, gender, geographical, and financial status.” “The Covid-19 pandemic has forced us all to be aware of others and not just ourselves. We need to emphasize […]

MEDIATION-PTSD. IS THAT A THING?

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder can develop after a person is exposed to a traumatic event… “… You’re a what!?! Did you say a Mediator?!” As I tried to understand his repulsed face he continued. “Sorry I didn’t mean to interrupt your conversation Stanley, but as I passed by and heard you say you’re heading to do […]

Mediation Observation Recap Discussion

A Positive Impasse? Insurance Property Loss. Kris and I discuss and debrief about what she observed and learned by watching Stanley Zamor mediate a First Party Home Insurance case. Debriefing and discussing the process is advantageous for both the observer and a seasoned skilled mediator. The learning process never ends and only makes you better. […]

May 2019 New Administrative Order! Fresh, New & Responsive

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