6th Annual Colorado Statewide ADR Conference
October 2012
6th Annual Colorado Statewide ADR Conference
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Program Description
Colorado's Alternative Dispute Resolution community continues to expand and mature, generating a wide base of best practices. Our 6th annual statewide ADR conference will showcase and array of these techniques. We will also continue our open conversation about professionalizing our practices, taking account of concerns over excess restrictions and potential elitism. Come ready to learn, and ready to share.
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Founding Partners
- The Mediation Association of Colorado
- Colorado Judicial Department Office of Dispute Resolution
- CBA Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
Agenda
7:30 - 8:25 am
Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:25 am
Welcome
8:30 - 9:30 am
What Next? A Frank and Open Forum on Present Challenges and the Direction Anticipated for the Major Cohorts in Colorado ADR
A Cross-section of Colorado Neutrals in a Round Table Discussion of
- Common Ground Among Us
- Competitive Pressures Between Us
- Next Steps to Expand and Professionalize Our Niche
Facilitator:
J. Gregory (Greg) Whitehair, Esq., IP Resolution Co., LLC
Panel:
Honorable James Miller, JAMS
Fonda Hamilton, Mediation Association of Colorado
Collie Norman, Esq., JAMS
Lance Tanaka, American Arbitration Association
Beverly Title, PhD, reSolutionaries, Inc.
9:30 - 10:30 am
LIGHTNING ROUNDS
9:30 - 9:40 am
ROUND 1 – The Role of the ODR Advisory Committee
- Purpose of Advisory Committee and Current Membership
- Proposed Recommendations to Supreme Court
Panel:
Holly Panetta, Esq., Office of Dispute Resolution
Benjamin Stough, District Administrator, 17th Judicial District
Honorable Todd Plewe, 22nd Judicial District
9:40 - 9:50 am
ROUND 2 – The Denver District Court Probate Project: A Successful Pilot
- The Challenges of Creating a Volunteer Court Program
- How a Court Can Identify Appropriate Timing for Mediation in a Probate Court Case
- Staffing the Probate Court Volunteer Mediation Program
Honorable Jean Stewart, Holland & Hart, LLP
9:50 - 10:00 am
ROUND 3 – How FINRA Arbitration Protocols Address the Excesses in Traditional Arbitration
- What is the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)?
- How Does its Mandatory Arbitration Protocol Work, for the Parties and for the Arbitrator?
Sheldon E. Friedman, Esq., JAMS
10:00 - 10:10 am
ROUND 4 – Colorado’s Civil Access Pilot Project: What’s in it for the Mediators?
- Is Mediation Mandatory Under CAPP and if so, When?
- Working with Pro-Se Parties Under CAPP
Honorable Charles M. Pratt, 18th Judicial District
Honorable Ann B. Frick, 2nd Judicial District
10:10 - 10:20 am
ROUND 5 – SEE THE BIG PICTURE - Graphic Recording as a Method for Visual Conflict Resolution and Collaborative Meetings
- Literally See the Value of this Visual Approach to Conflict Resolution and Collaboration
- Real Time Large Sketches (in pictures and words) of Stories, Scenarios, and Agreements
Susan Hoogwater, PeaceMapping & LegalSketchpad
10:20 - 10:30 am
ROUND 6 – The Present Status of the Proposed Uniform Collaborative Law Act in Colorado
- Task Force Co-Chair Describes Evolution of this Statutory Consideration and Review Process
- The Task Force’s Proposed “Protected Negotiation Act” Unveiled and Highlighted
Terri Harrington, Esq., Harrington Brewster & Clein, P.C.
10:30 - 10:45 am
Networking Break
10:45 am - 12:00 pm
BREAKOUT SESSION I
TOPIC 1 - The Clamor Over Qualifications: Conversations about Whether to Formalize or Regulate ADR Practices
National speakers discuss pros and cons of:
- Credentialing
- Peer Review
- State Regulation
- Court-Approved Rostering
Moderator:
Cynthia A. Savage, Esq., Conflict Resolution Specialist
Panel:
Honorable Todd Plewe, 22nd Judicial District
Jennifer Jones Taylor, Esq., Arkansas ADR Commission Coordinator
Robyn McDonald, Esq., McDonald Mediation Group
TOPIC 2 - Family Law Case Law and Legislative Update
- Overview of Pertinent Case Law and Legislation from the Past Year
Steve B. Epstein, Esq., Litvak Litvak Mehrtens & Epstein, P.C.
TOPIC 3 - Facilitating Large-Group Processes and Disputes
- How Large Group Processes Differ from 2-Party Mediation
- Common Steps in the Process
- Special Issues and Considerations with Large Groups
Joe McMahon, Esq., Joseph P. McMahon Jr. LLC
TOPIC 4 - Tips for Building a Muscular and Efficient Commercial Arbitration Process: Avoiding Litigation-Lite
- Panel Discussion About Current Arbitration Trends
- Identify ADR Organizational Time and Cost Initiatives
- Validating Costs from the In-house Perspective
Facilitator:
Lance Tanaka, American Arbitration Association
Panelists:
Carrie Rodgers, Esq., Moye | White LLP
Stephen E. Smith, Esq., Sherman & Howard LLC
TOPIC 5 The Author of Teaching Peace: a Restorative Justice Framework for Strengthening Relationships Shares Stories of a Professional Peacemaker
- RJ Principles and How They May Be Adapted to Enhance Other Peacemaking Processes
- RJ Coming of Age in Colorado and Beyond
- An RJ Process – Experience the Power of a Circle
Beverly Title, PhD, reSolutionaries, Inc.
12:00 - 1:30 pm
Networking Lunch – Ticketed Event (Please indicate on the registration form if you plan to attend the luncheon)
1:30 - 2:45 pm
BREAKOUT SESSION II
TOPIC 1 - Early Neutral Assessment (ENA) in the Family Courts
- What is ENA and How is It Being Used in Colorado Family Courts?
- Overview of Court ENA Programs in Denver and Adams Counties
- How ENA Differs From Other Forms of Family ADR Processes
Court staff and ENA Teams from Adams and Denver Counties
Michelle Gaschler, Family Court Facilitator, 17th Judicial District
Julia Lazure, Esq., Family Court Facilitator, 2nd Judicial District
TOPIC 2 - Getting to Yes: Confirming, Valuing and Dividing Assets in the Mediation Process
- The All-Important Sworn Financial Statement
- Verification of Assets During Mediation
- Develop Understanding of the Marital Estate for the Unsophisticated Party
- Getting to the Bottom Line with Creative Division of Assets
Helen C. Shreves, Esq., Attorney-Mediator, Family Law Dispute Resolution
TOPIC 3 - Ethical Conundrums Facing Neutrals in Arbitration
- The Controversy of Mediation-Arbitration and Accepted Ethical Standards
- Best Practices When Engaging in the Practice
- Other Common Ethical Traps
Richard Fullerton, Constructive Options
Anthony van Westrum, Esq., Anthony van Westrum LLC
TOPIC 4 - Conflicts in Healthcare: Why / What / When
- "Cultural" and Institutional Characteristics of Healthcare Disputes
- Challenges and Limitations in Mediation
- Alternative Approaches - Effective Roles for ADR Professionals
Edward A. Dauer, LLB, MPH, Dean Emeritus, University of Denver Sturm College of Law
TOPIC 5 - Ultimatums, Aversions and Invisible Gorillas – Confronting, Controlling, and Capitalizing on Emotion in Mediation
- Explore Recent Discoveries in Psychology, Neuroscience and Behavioral Economics
- Recognize How Stress Affects Decision-Making
- Identify Strategies to Overcome Emotional Barriers
Miles Davies, Esq., Dispute Resolution Professionals, LLC
2:45 - 3:00 pm
Networking Break
3:00 - 4:15 pm
BREAKOUT SESSION III
TOPIC 1 - Recognizing Signs of Domestic Violence, and Knowing What to Do
- Effective Screening Techniques
- Safety Planning Before, During and After Mediation
Honorable Julie Kunce Field, 8th Judicial District
Debora Wagner, Esq., Colorado Legal Services
TOPIC 2 - Collaboration between Mediators and Financial Planners in Family Matters
- Role of the Mediator-Process Manager
- Role of the Financial Planner – Analyst and Advisor
- When a Financial Planner is Needed
- Coordination with Other Professionals – CPAs, Attorneys
Lauren Sigman, CFPTM, Sigman Financial Fitness
Arnold Swartz, LCSW, Arnold L. Swartz & Associates
TOPIC 3 - Mediation Ethics: Avoiding the Pitfalls
- Ten Contemporary Vignettes Depicting Ethical Situations
- Role Play and Discussion
Honorable Steve Pelican, JAG
TOPIC 4 - The New Federal Settlement Conference Practice in Colorado: Amended Local Rule 16.6
- Learn How the Federal Trial Court Has “Outsourced” Most Settlement Conferences
- Latest News on the Roster of Available Neutrals
Honorable Kristen L. Mix, Magistrate Judge, District of Colorado
Greg Whitehair, Esq., IP Resolution Co., LLC
TOPIC 5 The Multi-faceted Mediator: Leveraging Your Skills to Create a Successful Career:
- Process Options that Create Significant Value to Consumers
- Career Options for Trained Mediators
- Importance of Building Relationships with Potential Employers and Consumers of Our Services
- Marketing Our Services
Robin Amadei, Esq., Common Ground Mediation Center
4:15 pm
Adjourn
Planning Committee
Amy Goscha, Esq.
Willoughby & Eckelberry LLC
Denver, CO
Susan Demidovich, Esq.
Office of Dispute Resolution
Denver, CO
Holly Panetta, Esq.
Office of Dispute Resolution
Denver, CO
J. Gregory Whitehair, Esq.
IP Resolution Co., LLC
Denver, CO • Washington, DC
Faculty
Robin N. Amadei, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Lafayette, CO
Edward A. Dauer, LLB, MPH
Dean Emeritus
University of Denver Sturm
College of Law
Denver, CO
Miles Davies, Esq.
Dispute Resolution
Professionals, LLC
Lakewood, CO
Steve B. Epstein, Esq.
Litvak Litvak Mehrtens &
Epstein, P.C.
Denver, Park Meadows,
Aspen, CO
Honorable Ann B. Frick
2nd Judicial District
Denver, CO
Sheldon E. Friedman, Esq.
JAMS
Denver, CO
Richard (Dick) Fullerton
Constructive Options
Denver, CO
Michelle Gaschler
Family Court Facilitator
17th Judicial District
Brighton, CO
Fonda Hamilton
Mediation Association of Colorado
Denver, CO
Terri Harrington, Esq.
Harrington Brewster & Clein PC
Denver, CO
Susan Hoogwater
PeaceMapping & LegalSketchpad
Denver, CO
Jennifer Jones Taylor
Arkansas ADR Commission
Coordinator
Little Rock, AR
Honorable Julie Kunce Field
8th Judicial District
Fort Collins, CO
Julia Lazure, Esq.
Family Court Facilitator
2nd Judicial District
Denver, CO
Robyn McDonald, Esq.
McDonald Mediation Group
Denver, CO
Joseph P. McMahon, Jr., JD, PE
Joseph P. McMahon Jr. LLC
Denver, CO
Honorable James Miller
JAMS
Denver, CO
Honorable Kristen L. Mix
Magistrate Judge
District of Colorado
Denver, CO
Collie Norman, Esq.
JAMS
Denver, CO
Holly Panetta, Esq.
Office of Dispute Resolution
Denver, CO
Honorable Steve Pelican
JAG
Denver, CO
Honorable Charles M. Pratt
18th Judicial District
Centennial, CO
Carrie Rodgers, Esq.
Moye | White LLP
Denver, CO
Cynthia A. Savage, Esq.
Conflict Resolution Specialist
Golden, CO
Stephen E. Smith, Esq.
Sherman & Howard LLC
Denver, CO
Honorable Jean Stewart
Holland & Hart, LLP
Denver, CO
Honorable Todd Plewe
22nd Judicial District
Cortez, CO
Helen C. Shreves, Esq.
Family Law Dispute Resolution
Denver, CO
Lauren Sigman, CFP™
Sigman Financial Fitness
Denver, CO
Benjamin Stough
District Administrator
17th Judicial District
Brighton, CO
Arnold Swartz, LCSW
Arnold L. Swartz & Associates
Lakewood, CO
Lance Tanaka
American Arbitration Association
Denver, CO
Beverly Title, PhD
reSolutionaries, Inc.
Longmont, CO
Debora Wagner, Esq.
Colorado Legal Services
Greeley, CO
Anthony van Westrum, Esq.
Anthony van Westrum LLC
Golden, CO
J. Gregory Whitehair, Esq.
IP Resolution Co., LLC
Denver, CO • Washington, DC
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- Ethics Credits: 3.00
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