Author name: RN Attorne

“What if They Don’t Pay?” Understanding CCP 664.6: Enforcing Settlement Agreements in California

A great deal of history lies behind the moment where a settlement agreement is reached in the mediation of a civil case. There is the initial harm, whether it be an accident, medical malpractice, elder abuse, a business agreement gone wrong or the breakdown of a landlord tenant relationship. Following this initial incident, came the […]

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THE JOINT SESSION IN MEDIATION: A CRUCIAL COMPONENT FOR SUCCESSFUL DISPUTE RESOLUTION OR A RELIC OF THE PAST ?

As an attorney mediator, I’ve witnessed firsthand the evolution of mediation practices, particularly the role of the joint session. In this article, I’ll explore the importance of the joint session in mediation, its evolution through the pandemic, and thoughts on why the legal profession should re-think abandoning the joint session. What is a Joint Session?

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