8th Annual Colorado Statewide ADR Conference
November 2014
8th Annual Colorado Statewide ADR Conference
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Program Description:
Colorado's 8th Annual Statewide Conference presents a wide array of topics and techniques for the ADR practitioner. Come to challenge your thinking, expand and improve your skills and connect with colleagues.
Featuring:
- Opening remarks by Chief Justice Nancy E. Rice
- Ethics
- Sessions on a variety of topics, including: Case Law Update; Mediating Elder Disputes; Collaborative Labor-Management Relations; Mediating Across Cultures; Dealing with Difficult People; Client Competency; Arbitration Tips; Confidentiality; Mediating Insurance Claims; and much more!
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ADR Sponsors:
Silver
BBB Serving Denver/Bouilder
Founding Partners (logos only)
CBA Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
Colorado Bar Association CLE
Office of Dispute Resolution
The Mediation Association of Colorado
AGENDA:
7:45 – 8:25am
Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:25am
Housekeeping Announcements
8:30 – 9:00am
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Presented by Chief Justice Nancy E. Rice, Colorado Supreme Court
9:00 - 10:00am
ADR in Colorado – The Current State of Affairs and how it Impacts ADR Practitioners, Litigants, Lawyers, and the Courts
The panel will examine the current role of ADR, particularly, mediation in the Colorado courts and the appropriate role of the ADR practitioner in pro se litigation; discuss the concern of the Unauthorized Practice of Law by mediators; explore what’s needed to provide a clear expectation of a mediator’s duties and limitations; explore the ramifications of expanding or limiting the scope of the mediator’s role, from the perspective of the Bench, the Bar, the Mediation Community and the Litigants.
Presented by Honorable Julie Field, James Coyle, William King, Helen Shreves, Esq., and Kyle Timmons
10:00 - 10:15am
Networking Break
10:15 - 11:05am
Issues and Concerns Regarding Establishing Credentialing Standards
The panel will examine the practicalities of creating a credentialing and monitoring system; examine whether the goal of credentialing could be accomplished by any proposal including the current one; explore the ramifications of credentialing for the mediation community; and examine the need and method of providing mediation services to the low income and indigent.
Presented by Joe Cannon; Samuel Gordon; Cynthia Savage, and Anthony van Westrum
11:05am - 12:15pm
BREAKOUT SESSIONS 1-5. PLEASE CHOOSE A SESSION TO ATTEND:
Session 1: (1 Ethics Credit)
Ethics in Mediation: What Would You Do?
Ethical dilemmas frequently arise during mediation. A skilled practitioner must be able to identify ethical issues, promptly assess the options and address the situation immediately. Four seasoned professionals will respond to several ethical scenarios. Audience participation is encouraged.
Presented bySusan Demidovich, Richard Fullerton and Joel Bogen
Panelists: Joseph P. McMahon, JD, Michelle McKenna, Mark S. Loye, and Robin Amadei, JD
Session 2:
The Trauma-Informed and Trauma-Resilient Mediator
This presentation will help you:
• realize the widespread and pervasive impact of trauma and vicarious trauma
• recognize signs and symptoms and what you can do about it
• respond to clients in ways that prevent retraumatization
• develop resilience and prevent burnout
Presented by Anjali Nandi, Center for Change
Session 3:
What a Mediator Needs to Know About Forgiveness
• What is forgiveness? Developing definitions of what is and isn't forgiveness clarifies what a 3rd party can and cannot do to assist.
• Research results: New findings re forgiveness suggest which clients are most open to forgiveness and which ones may need further assistance.
• Applications for practice: This discussion will build the link between traditional mediation tools and those specific to facilitating forgiveness.
• Mediator Tactics: We will propose present a list of tools, some applicable to the offended client, some to use with an offender client.
• Case: Hands on practice with the material
Presented by:
Myra Isenhart, Principal, Organizational Communication, Inc.,
Dr. Michael Spangle, Professor and Chair of the Department of Behavioral Social Sciences, Regis University
Devin Rau, Research Assistant
Session 4:
Winning the War and the Battles: Mediating the Legal and Psychological Battles in Elder Disputes
In this interactive presentation, participants will identify and discuss common legal and psychological issues in elder disputes. You will:
• Gain an overview of the dynamics in elder disputes
• Identify hidden agendas within these disputes
• Learn strategies to address legal and psychological issues
Presented by:
John A. Rymers, M.A., LPC – Partner, ELDEResolutions, LLC
Debbie Reinberg, NCG – ELDEResources and Partner, ELDEResolutions, LLC
Beth Ornstein, JD, Manager - Colorado Mediation Center, LLC
Ronnie Rosenbaum, MS – Rosenbaum Associates and Divorce Resource Centre of Colorado
Session 5:
Being Heard: The Art of Using Storytelling to Help Your Listener Really Hear What You Have to Say
ADR practitioners instinctively and scientifically understand the importance of story in conflict. The question is how to use story to safely access the emotions in the room. The approach to story presented here opens the possibility of changing the atmosphere in many decision-making processes, including conflict. And it's fun. At the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:
• Understand a role of story in group dynamics
• Recognize times when a story would be effective
• Choose an appropriate type of story
• Craft a befitting story
• Honor other participants' stories
Presented by Elizabeth Twomey
12:15 – 1:30 pm
Networking Lunch – Ticketed Event (Please indicate on the registration form if you plan to attend the luncheon)
1:30 - 2:20pm
BREAKOUT SESSIONS 6-10. PLEASE CHOOSE A SESSION TO ATTEND:
Session 6:
The (Mal)Practice of Mediation: Cases, Scenarios and Circumstances that can get the Professional into Trouble
A review of recently published cases that affect, directly or indirectly, the ADR profession and its' practice.
Presented by Miles Davies, President, Dispute Resolution Professionals, LLC
Session 7:
Collaborative Labor-Management Relations in the Federal Service: Pre-Decisional Involvement under Executive Order 13522
This workshop will review the core provisions of President Obama's Executive Order 13522, "Creating Labor-Management Forums to Improve Delivery of Government Services," with a focus on "pre-decisional involvement" (PDI). The presentation will describe the PDI process in general terms and describe the potential benefits of PDI. Finally, the workshop will identify obstacles to successful PDI, some strategies to overcome those obstacles, and will answer some common questions about PDI.
Presented by Matthew Jarvinen, Regional Director, Federal Labor Relations Authority, Denver Region
Session 8:
Mediating Across Cultures
A successful mediator will adapt and account for these cultural differences in order to respect the parties, and empower them to reach resolution. This presentation will offer techniques for attuning mediators to cultural differences to allow them to move beyond the "inventory of stereotypes" approach, develop a more flexible, strengths-based way of honoring cultural differences, help participants feel "seen" rather than objectified, and help mediators avoid conscious and unconscious bias.
Presented by John Tweedy, Contract Mediator, Robinson-Tweedy PC
Session 9:
Coaching Difficult Clients with Advanced Narrative Mediation Strategies
This interactive workshop will explore the following:
• The theoretical foundations of narrative mediation
• Neuroscience, the hippocampus and how problem saturated narratives are embedded in implicit memory.
• Changing the direction of conflict dialogue through deep listening and inquiry to redirect a conflict narrative
• Specific strategies in the narrative approach that provide the opportunity for inquiry and turn impasse into action
• Coaching strategies that assist clients with redirection of a conflict saturated story
Presented by Robin N. Amadei, JD of Common Ground Mediation Center, and Nan Waller Burnett, MA of Dispute Resolution Professionals, LLC
Session 10: (1 Ethics Credit)
Mediation Techniques and Applicable Ethical Considerations
This is a nuts and bolts session dealing with techniques used by participants in mediations including the parties, their attorneys, and the mediators with an eye towards the rules of professional conduct.
Presented by Gary Blum
2:20 - 2:35pm
Networking Break
2:35 - 3:25pm
BREAKOUT SESSIONS 11-14. PLEASE CHOOSE A SESSION TO ATTEND:
Session 11:
Mediating Insurance Claims: It's About the Money and a Whole Lot More
A party has been involved in an accident or suffered a property loss. It wasn't a pleasant experience and it's been difficult dealing with the insurance company. The insurance adjuster is handling dozens of claims and is under pressure to control costs. Strategies will be presented on how to effectively mediate an insurance claim settlement.
Presented by David H. Head, President, H & H Mediation, Education & Consulting Services LLC
Session 12:
Complex Confidentiality Issues in Mediation
Mediation confidentiality is not merely avoiding public disclosure or divulging private caucus information, it also includes enforcement of mediated settlement agreements as well as collateral issues such as expert witnesses, non-party liability, and alleged attorney malpractice and misconduct.
Presented by Lee Gelman, Esq., Colorado Mountain Mediation Corp.
Session 13:
What Mediators Can Learn from "Simon Says!"
Mediators are always looking for ways to enhance their skills. This program will be an interactive presentation focusing on the communication skills needed to be an effective mediator. Attendees will discover simple secrets which even kindergarteners know for "active listening” and apply them through a series of short role-plays.
Presented by Robin R. Rossenfeld & Fonda Hamilton, Conflict Management Consultants, LLP
Session 14:
Micro-Expressions in Mediation and Negotiation
This interactive presentation will discuss the importance of recognizing micro-expressions during mediations/negotiations. Micro-expressions occur when someone is trying to suppress an emotion. Participants will be introduced to recognizing and working with these fleeting non-verbal cues, increasing the success of client's both reaching and keeping agreements.
Presented by Tonya Dalhaus, Principal, Linking Perspectives LLC
3:25 - 3:40pm
Networking Break
3:40 - 4:30pm
BREAKOUT SESSIONS 15-18. PLEASE CHOOSE A SESSION TO ATTEND:
Session 15:
30 Arbitration Tips, From Both Sides of the Panel Bench
30 practical tips to use in your arbitration, from clause drafting through the arbitration hearing, from an arbitrator and trial lawyer with experience on both sides of the panel bench.
• Understand the advantages and disadvantages of arbitration
• Focus on practical tips to address the unique characteristics of arbitration
• Provide an opportunity for dialogue about how to address the advantages and disadvantages of arbitration
Presented by David M. Tenner, Ridley, McGreevy & Winocur, P.C.
Session 16:
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Colorado Law on Mediation
What is the statutory and case law framework for Colorado mediations? What are relevant Court Rules? When do you really have an enforceable mediation settlement? What parts of mediation are confidential? What are some ethical issues and pitfalls?
Presented by Steven C. Choquette, Attorney Mediator, Choquette & Hart LLP
Session 17:
Client Competency: Is ADR a Good Fit for the Impaired Client?
What to do when a party lacks the ability to assist with, understand and make critical decisions regarding his or her legal matter [Sorensen case]. Is ADR a valid choice? How do you protect the client lacking competency? How can ADR professionals and attorneys protect the process, parties and themselves?
Presented by Ashley G. Emerson, Esq. and David Littman, David Littman P.C.
Session 18:
Update on ODR Task Force on Credentialing
A panel of Task Force members will report and update on the proposal for credentialing and mediator standards, including discussions on survey results, feedback from stakeholder groups, and an Interim Report to The Chief Justice.
Presented by Holly Panetta, Court Programs Manager and ODR Director, Colorado Judicial Branch, Honorable Todd J. Plewe, 22nd Judicial District, and Magistrate Randall Lococo, 19th Judicial District
Location Information
Westin Westminster Hotel
10600 Westminster Blvd
Westminster, CO 80020
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10600 Westminster Blvd
Westminster, CO 80020
Registration Fees
| Other | $229.00 |
| Member (CBA, SHRM, Government Employee) | $199.00 |
| Founder (ODR, MAC Members) | $179.00 |
| Judicial Employee | $179.00 |
| Founder -CBA DR Section | $179.00 |
| Nonprofit (Mediation program volunteer or staff) | $179.00 |
| Student | $139.00 |
| CLEACCESSPASS---ELITE Pass Holder | $99.00 |
- General Credits: 7.00
- Ethics Credits: 2.00
- EDI Credits:
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