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Alternative Dispute Resolution

Apr. 4, 2015

How counsel can make or break a settlement

Counsel's efforts and skills in a mediation have a significant impact on the prospect for settlement. Following are tips for attorneys that can improve the likelihood of a successful mediation. By Larry Mills


By Larry Mills


Counsel's efforts and skills in a mediation have a significant impact on the prospect for settlement. Following are tips for attorneys that can improve the likelihood of a successful mediation.

Know the case and the interests of the parties. A favorable result in mediation is a direct function of the quality of your factual and legal analysis and your ability to advocate your client's position in a persuasive manner. I...

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