Perspective
Apr. 9, 2010
Real World Lessons From 'Powerless' Mediators
Steven Pearl of The Pearl Law Firm considers how a 'powerless' mediator, one who cannot entice the parties or offer special information, can add value to a negotiation.
What can an experienced, real-world mediator learn from an ivory tower political science professor? Surprisingly, the answer may be, "Plenty."
I recently met UCLA political science professor Barry O'Neill, who uses game theory to analyze international relations and who also has an interest in mediation. Professor O'Neill has written a paper - still in draft from - entitled "What Can a Powerless Me...
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