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FREE MEDIATION INFORMATION
Life has been good so it is time to give something back.
Between September 2015 and September 2016, KDR will provide 12 free mediations.
The offer is open to all types and sizes of disputes. All you have to do is send an email to sherman@knightdisputeresolution.com with the reasons supporting your request for a free mediation. Please use the words “Free Mediation” in the information line.
Emphasis will be given to the following considerations when selecting a case:
- Early, rather than a late mediation.
- Complex cases where the parties recognize and need help establishing a shortened discovery plan necessary for an early mediation.
- An effort to save an established relationship. (neighbors, employee / employer, family, Contractor / Subcontractor, partnerships
- Medical or emotional issues with one or both parties.
- Financial issues with one or both parties.
Don’t be afraid to call (425-576-8777 direct) if you have any questions.
Sherman Knight
Posted Monday, July 14, 2014
Articles by Sherman Knight
The Angry Introvert, Setting the Pace of Mediation
The Angry Introvert, Setting the Pace of Mediation.By: Sherman KnightWe have all heard it before. Nothing really happens in mediation until after 4PM. …
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Early Mediation Checklist
Early mediation requires a “jump start” over the typical mediation process if you are seeking resolution within 3 to 6 months. If you don’t pursue early…
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Issues that Cry Out for Early Mediation
There are many types of legal issues that cry out for Early Mediation. Some of these may be obvious, others you may need to think about. Where the claim…
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Early Mediation was Better than my Day in Court
Most people imagine their day in court will be like the Hollywood movie that you saw last month. Justice is served in just 90 minutes and the good guys…
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How to Select an Early Mediator
When choosing a mediator, you should look for three things. Experience as a Mediator. Experience in the Field of the Dispute. Experience in the Legal…
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There is No Down Side to Early Mediation
Early mediation is really any mediation that is done earlier than right before trial. Nearly all mediators agree, the sooner the better and if possible…
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Emotional Attachment and its Impact on Mediation
All mediations come with some level of emotion. The level of emotion may be quite high and apparent to everyone. The emotion may be hidden; purposely by…
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Articles Recommended by Sherman Knight
12 Ways to Make Your Mediator Work Harder for You
By Lee Jay Berman. This is an excellent article published in THE ADVOCATE, 2009. To see the full text of this article click HERE
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Relationships During Litigation
By Sara Charles, MD, and Paul R. Frisch, JD. Although this article concerns the misery of a madical malpractice lawsuit, the concepts apply to any lawsuit. For the full article in pdf format ckick…
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Mediating Construction Disputes - What Counsel Should Know About Mediation Advocacy
By Richard Flake and Susan Perin. This article is one of the best I have read concerning attorneys advocacy in a construction mediation. If you are new to construction mediation, this is…
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