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The Adoption of Resolution 703 By the American Bar Association (ABA) House of Delegates

Published by Dr Chinwe Egbunike-Umegbolu

 

On the 5th of February 2024, the American Bar Association (ABA) House of Delegates adopted Resolution 703. The Resolution reads:

RESOLVED, that the American Bar Association approves the Uniform Collaborative Law Rules and Uniform Collaborative Law Act (UCLA), promulgated by the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws in 2010, as appropriate Rules or an appropriate Act for those states desiring to adopt the specific substantive law suggested therein.
Currently, nearly half of the US states have adopted the Act formalising the collaborative process. #Missouri and #Kentucky are currently considering adopting the UCLA this year.
Thanks to Professor Kristen Blankley (President of Global Collaborative Law Council Inc (GCLC), the late Kevin Scudder (founder of the Seattle Collaborative Law Center), Ana Sambold, Esq. (Chair, American Bar Association (ABA)-Dispute Resolution (DR), Susan Guthrie (Chair-elect, ABA-DR), Dean James Alfini, the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution, Harry L Tindall, Robert Merlin, Cole Jeffries, and all the other leaders who have pushed for the adoption of the UCLA, not only in the US but also globally through efforts of members of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP) and the Global Collaborative Law Council Inc (GCLC).
For a statewide chart of the progress of UCLA in the US, read more here: https://lnkd.in/eGjq7kv.
#adr #collaborativelaw #americanbarassociation #disputeresolution #GCLC #UCLA #us #Law #vousparlezadr #letsmakeadrgoviral #viral #world
Reference:
Michael P. Sampson
Ana Sambold, Esq
Susan Guthrie, Esq
Marc Sheridan

Series 3 ADR and Ombuds: A US Perspective with Megan P. Willoughby

Published by Dr Chinwe Egbunike-Umegbolu

Looking forward to the #interview with Megan Willoughby on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid/ Podcast Show.

She is serving as the first faculty Ombudsperson for Villanova University. She is their confidential consultant for work-related conflicts.

In 2021, the American Bar Association (ABA) awarded her a Dispute Resolution Fellowship to hone her expertise in collaborative resolution. Meg is currently the Co-Chair of the Ombuds Committee in the  Dispute Resolution Section of the American Bar Association. She is an Attorney and served as Subject Matter Expert in the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, where she enforced federal civil rights statutes in schools that received federal funding, from Pre-K through PhD programs.

#adr #ombuds #ombudsperson #ombudsday #americanbarassociation #disputeresolution #podcast #research #education #blogger #researcher #awareness #massadvocacyadr #highereducation #schools #vousparlezadr #letsmakeadrgoviral #viral #usa #pennsylvania #uk #nigeria #europe #africa #northamerica #asia #latinamerica #inclusivity #diversity #innovation #technology #researchmethods

ADR and Collaborative Law- A Canadian Perspective with Dr Anita Dorczak (Video/ Podcast)

Published by Dr Chinwe Egbunike-Umegbolu

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I had the honour and privilege of interviewing Dr Anita Dorczak on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid /podcast Show. She is a Canadian lawyer, mediator and trainer with over thirty (30) years of experience in conflict resolution. Dr Anita is a past president (and lifetime member) of the International Listening Association, a Certified Listening Professional, the current co-chair of Collaborative Law, American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Dispute Resolution and a member of the Canadian Bar Association (CBA). She is also a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP) and the Global Collaborative Law Council (GCLC).

Dr Anita wears many hats, so I have left the link to her profile below: https://collaborativepractice.ca/memb…

We analysed the following questions:

1. What is Collaborative Law (CL) and its impact in Canada?

2. Is there any history associated with CL in Canada?

3. Is there any measurable difference or impact on the Cost and Time Frame for settling disputes under Collaborative Law Compared to litigation and mediation?

4. What are the advantages and challenges associated with CL?

5. Is there any difference between Collaborative Law and Collaborative Law Practice?

6. What models can be used in Collaborative law?

7. Can it be used to settle all kinds of disputes or Conflicts?

8. Can CL be utilised in all Cities / States in Canada?

9. What is your advice for potential users and people pursuing a career in Collaborative Law?

10. What is the future of International legal research via Podcasts, particularly in ADR or, in this case, Collaborative Law?

#adr #collaborativelaw #awareness #podcast #law #founding #education #street #divorce #interview #research #appropriatedisputeresolution #alternativedisputeresolution #mediation #americanbarassociation #disputeresolution #careers #website #letsmakeadrgoviral  #vousparlezadr #canadian #canada #spanish #polish #alberta #usa #us #nigeria #uk #asia #europe #latinamerica #africa #africanamerican #world #highereducation #uniofbrighton #podcasting #amazon #audible #apple #spotify #overcast #inclusive #diversity  #enterprenuership #entrepreneur #marketing #workplaceconflict #linkedin #achievements #selling #viral #conflict #talkshow #tv #viralvideo  #technology

Marketing ADR with Natalie Armstrong Motin

Published by Dr Chinwe Egbunike-Umegbolu

Looking forward to the interview with Natalie Armstrong Motin on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid/Podcast Show.

She is the Founder and Managing Director of marketing resolution, the vice chair of Website development of the American Bar Association Dispute Resolution (DR) Section and chair of the sub-committee on Membership/Marketing for the DR Section International Committee.

Nat was previously the vice president of the Southern California Mediation Association, Chair of the Membership Committee, and a member of the Board of the London Club.

Pic 2: I and Nat at the American Bar Association (ABA) Spring Conference 2023.

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Judicial portrait of Hon. Douglas C. Mintz Unveiled- A Guest on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid /Podcast Show

Published by Dr Chinwe Egbunike-Umegbolu
🚨The judicial portrait of Hon. Douglas C. Mintz was recently unveiled; it is hanging in Courtroom 6B at the Superior Court in Stamford, Connecticut. Hon. Doug Mintz was a guest on the Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid/Podcast Show, where we delved into the achievements of the American Bar Association (ABA) Dispute Resolution.
Do not miss out on the opportunity to learn more about the ABA’s accomplishments in dispute resolution; click on the links below!
#youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNPat…
#podcast Link https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast…
Bio Hon. Doug is a former #connecticut House of Representative and a retired #judge. He is currently the Co-Chair of the Mediation Committee, American Bar Association, Section of Dispute Resolution, an executive committee of the Section and a Partner at Carmody Law Firm. Hon. Douglas has acted as a mediator in numerous disputes ranging from complex business disputes to product liability. He is a member of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals and a Panellist as an Arbitrator and Mediator for the American Arbitration Association.
For most of his Judicial career, Hon.Douglas served as the Presiding Judge for #civilmatters in #Stamford and #Danbury, CT.
#adr #podcast #youtube #guest #research #americanbarassociation #judge #dougmintz #hon #mediator #expertviewsonadrvidpodcast #court #connecticut #carmodylawfirm #usa
Reference: Susan Guthrie

ADR and Ombuds- A US Perspective with Elizabeth Hill, J.D, CO-OP (Video / Podcast)

Published by Dr Chinwe Egbunike-Umegbolu

 

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I had the honour and privilege of interviewing Elizabeth Hill, J.D, CO-OP, on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid / Podcast Show. She is the Vice Chair of the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Dispute Resolution and the Associate Director at the University of Colorado Boulder Ombuds Office.

Before joining CU Boulder, Liz served as Arizona Assistant Attorney General, Assistant Ombudsman for the State of Arizona and Ombudsman for Apollo Education Group.

She is a trained mediator and Certified Organizational Ombudsman Practitioner (CO-OP). Liz served as the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution Budget Officer and Spring Conference Planning Co-chair, as well as Chair of the International Ombudsman Association (IOA) CO-OP Recertification Committee.

She wears many hats, so I have left the link to her profile below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-hill-b5b7408

Liz’s email address: Elizabeth.Hill@Colorado.EDU

You can learn more about three of the US ombuds/ombudsman models at the following websites: Classical/public sector ombudsman: ⁠https://lnkd.in/gGuWxuRU⁠ Long-term care ombudsman (advocate ombudsman): ⁠https://www.nasop.org⁠ Organizational ombuds: ⁠https://lnkd.in/gyKeSC6m

*****Ombuds Day is celebrated on Thursday, October 12th. The theme for 2023 is Ombuds: Diverse in Role.

Happy Ombuds Day in Advance!!!

In this series, we analysed the following questions:

1. What is an Ombuds or Ombudsman?

2. Is there a history behind or associated with it in the US?

3. Is there a difference between an Organisational Ombudsman and a Traditional or Classical Ombudsman?

4. Is there any measurable difference between the Cost and Time Frame for settling disputes or conflicts with Ombuds when compared to litigation?

5. What is the role of the ombuds in resolving conflicts within an organisation? How independent are they?

6. How does the role of an ombudsman differ from a mediator or arbitrator in conflict resolution?

7. What are the pros and cons associated with ombuds?

8. What issues can ombuds help resolve in a workplace setting?

9. How can ombuds maintain confidentiality while still addressing concerns brought to their attention?

10. What qualifications and training are required to become an ombuds?

11. What is the way forward for the Mass Advocacy of ADR?

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ADR and Collaborative Law – A Canadian Perspective with Dr Anita Dorczak

Published by Dr Chinwe Egbunike-Umegbolu

 

Looking forward to the interview with Dr Anita Dorczak on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid/ Podcast Show. She is a Canadian lawyer, mediator and trainer with over thirty (30) years of experience in conflict resolution.

Dr Anita is a past president (and lifetime member) of the International Listening Association (ILA). She is a Certified Listening Professional (CLP) and a member of the American Bar Association (ABA) and the Canadian Bar (CBA) Associations, the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP) and the Global Collaborative Law Council (GCLC).

Stay Tuned!

 

 

#adr #collaborativelaw #disputeresolution #peacemaking #appropriatedisputeresolution #podcast #interview #research #education #awareness #youtube #letsmakeadrgoviral #viral #vousparlezadr #canada #alberta #highereducation #esrc #uniofbrighton #amazon #spotify #apple #audible #google #overcast #youtube #instagram #tiktok #socialmedia #massadvocacyadr #alternativedisputeresolution #globalcollaborativelawcouncil #americanbarassociation #canadianbarassociation

ADR and Collaborative Law – A US Perspective with Professor Kristen M. Blankley

Published by Dr Chinwe Egbunike-Umegbolu

 

Looking forward to the interview with Professor Kristen M. Blankley on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid / Podcast Show. She is the President of the Global Collaborative Law Council, Inc. (GCLC). She is a Professor of Law at the University of Nebraska and an adjunct/Affiliated Professor at Mitchell Hamline School of Law.

Professor Blankley researches in the areas of alternative dispute resolution, legal ethics, and the intersection of ethics and dispute resolution. She teaches Alternative Dispute Resolution, Advocacy in Mediation, Mediation, Family Mediation, Arbitration, Facilitation, and Legal Professions. She also coaches students in mediation competitions.

Professor Blankley is involved in ADR policy within Nebraska and as well as nationwide initiatives.  She was appointed a member of the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Dispute Resolution Council in 2016 and chairs the Section on Ethics. She has been involved in developing ethics policies and standards in the areas of mediation & restorative justice.

 

Stay Tuned!

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ADR and Ombuds: A US Perspective With Elizabeth Hill, J.D, CO-OP

Published by Dr Chinwe Egbunike-Umegbolu

Looking forward to the interview with Elizabeth Hill, J.D, CO-OP, on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid / Podcast Show.  She is the Vice Chair of the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Dispute Resolution and the Associate Director at the University of Colorado Boulder Ombuds Office.                        

Before joining CU Boulder, Liz served as Arizona Assistant Attorney General, Assistant Ombudsman for the State of Arizona and Ombudsman for Apollo Education Group. She is a trained mediator and Certified Organizational Ombudsman Practitioner (CO-OP).            

Liz served as the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution Budget Officer and Spring Conference Planning Co-chair, as well as Chair of the International Ombudsman Association (IOA) CO-OP Recertification Committee.

Stay Tuned!                                                                          

 #adr #ombuds #podcast #interview #adrproviders #appriopriatedisputeresolution #disputeresolution #ombuds #ombudsman #letsmakeadrgoviral #viral #vousparlezadr #peacebuilding #education #highereducation, #inclusivity #diversity #amazon, #audible, #apple #spotify, #amazon, #google, #overcast, #scdtp, #youtube #universityofcolorado #americanbarassociation #arizona #usa  #nigeria #uk #uniofbrighton #esrc #research 

Series 1: ADR Providers / Practitioners with Melissa Brogdon #podcast #data #education #adr

Published by Dr Chinwe Egbunike-Umegbolu

I welcomed Melissa Brogdon on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid /Podcast Show. She is the Co-Founder and CEO of Fourth Party. Melissa was selected for Collab Capital’s 2020 Prep School for Founders and Google for Startups 2021 Founder’s Academy. It is imperative to state that Gino Brogdon, Jr, the co-founder of the Fourth Party, was voted #1 Mediator in Georgia.

* Watch the video to the end; Melissa left her email address so that mediators can get in touch. 

She wears many hats, so I have left the link to her profile below:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/four…

In this series, we analysed the following questions:

1) What is the concept behind Fourth Party App and its impact so far?

2) Do you think there is a buy-in for ADR hence why the app was created? If yes, to what extent has ADR enhanced Access to Justice in the #usa ?

3) How can potential users or users of ADR find ADR practitioners through the fourth-party app?

4) How safe and confidential are practitioners’ data with the #app ? Or what precautionary measures are in place for the #data #protection of #practitioners registered or that would register via fourth-party app?

5) How can practitioners register?

6) What is the way forward for the mass awareness advocacy of ADR?

7) What is the future of international legal research through podcasting, particularly in ADR? 8) Can you tell me more about the aims and objectives of the Fourth Party company?

Listen on all #podcasts platforms: #audible #spotify #amazon #apple #googlepodcast #overcast

Watch the full video on #youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8qnLW0Hw_c

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