Law Practice,
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Apr. 4, 2019
Increased civility can lead to enhanced success during mediation
Sometimes lawyers get sanctioned for outrageous and improper behavior in court. But what about civility in more casual settings?
Joan B. Kessler
Mediator and Arbitrator
JAMS
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Email: jkessler@jamsadr.com
Loyola Law School
When I read various legal blogs, I am struck by the prevalence of lawyers and litigants failing to exhibit proper decorum, civility and collegiality in the courtroom. Sometimes lawyers get sanctioned for outrageous and improper behavior in court. But what about civility in more casual settings?
Being aggressive and being a fierce advocate for a client may cause lapses in collegiality, especially when no court sanctions are threatened...
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