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ADR and Collaborative Law with Prof Kevin Scudder-#Inlovingmemory #tribute

Published by Dr Chinwe Egbunike-Umegbolu

#Tribute to an ADR Legend- Professor Kevin Scudder 

It was an honour having Professor Kevin Scudder as a guest on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) vid/podcast Show; he was a good listener, down-to-earth, empathetic, intelligent, kind and an incredible teacher with a keen eye for detail-“Chinwe, I noticed you don’t have Collaborative law on your slide as one of the dispute resolution processes.”

I have added Collaborative Law as one of the Appropriate methods of settling disputes to my slide and my podcast channel, and I use appropriate instead of alternative. Of course, Kevin is passionate about peacebuilding and was willing to share everything he knew about Collaborative law within thirty (30) mins. I was privileged to attend your training/ seminar American Bar Association Dispute Resolution conference in May in #lasvegas. I learned much about the two things you love -collaborative law and your family. You connected the two perfectly well.

Your passion for collaborative law practice was truly inspiring. Your dedication to promoting peace and cooperation through collaborative law practice will not be forgotten.

Thank you for contributing to making the world a better place through peacemaking. Thank you for being so passionate about ADR, for your kindness and for coming on the show in a short amount of time and making it so easy for me to be myself and ask relevant follow-up questions.

Indeed, you lived what you preached; “Peacemaking, let it begin with me.”

If Kindness was someone’s name, it could be your name. Rest in peace, legend!

 

Kevin is the founder of the Seattle Collaborative Law Center, PLLC:

https://www.seattleclc.com/

 

***Listen to this episode on all podcast platforms– #spotify #audible #apple #amazon #overcast #google

Watch the #youtube video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKtTJr5N-co

***Watch the moment when Kevin noticed  Collaborative law was not included in my  #presentationslides #youtubeshorts:

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IJ_6isjnkuk

 

#Quote by Kevin Scudder:

‘Chinwe and Caroline, You are both powerful presences in the Podcast universe. Chinwe, Caroline is leading the creation of the ABA podcast; Caroline, Chinwe is leading her own charge on bringing peacemaking to the masses. I will definitely listen! And I think the two of you would enjoy each other’s company.’

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#series 4: Let’s Make ADR Go #viral #lebanon with Mohamad Radwan Al Omar

Published by Dr Chinwe Egbunike-Umegbolu

 

I welcomed Mohamad Radwan Al Omar on Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Vid /Podcast Show. He is the #president of the #Lebanese Assembly for #Inclusive Development, Policy Vice Chair of the #middleeast Committee International Law Section and a #Fellow of the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Dispute Resolution, International Committee. Mohamad is an International #mediator representing the #arabic region at Just & Fair #mediation centre in #turkey. An Arbitrator at Equilibrium Dispute Resolution #italy; Co-Author of the MG’s book “A pathway to the Future of ADR: Comparative Perspectives from Around the World” and LicitElite’s Book on Changing Dimensions of #criminal #law.

He wears many hats, so I have left the links to his profile below:

https://lb.linkedin.com/in/mohamad-ra…

In this series, we analysed the following Questions:

1) What is Appropriate Dispute Resolution (ADR)?

2) Has ADR enhanced #access to #justice in Lebanese?

3) Is there any measurable difference or impact on the #cost and #time Frame for settling disputes under ADR Compared to #litigation ?

4) Are #employees or workers aware of ADR options regarding #disputes or #conflicts that might arise at the workplace?

5) To what extent are employees encouraged to use #adr to settle #discrimination , #bullying and #harassment in the #workplace?

6) What are the #benefits associated with ADR?

7) What is the future of #international #legal #research in #lebanon , particularly in ADR?

8) What is the way forward for mass advocacy or #awareness of utilising ADR in settling #conflicts or #disputes ?

9) What do you think about its use in the #future ? Should it be the first option rather than a Second ( #alternative ) #option ?

10) Can you tell me more about the #lebanese #assembly for #Inclusive Development?

Listen in on all podcast platforms-  #apple #spotify #audible #google #amazon #overcast

#YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/JVehTX-3zHI

 

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What are the factors that could influence the selection of an ADR Option? With IK Onuoma, SAN

Published by Chinwe Egbunike-Umegbolu
Abstract
In episode 5 of Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Podcast, two questions were raised, the first one was ‘what prompted the birth of the ESMDC’ and the second question was, ‘what could influence the selection of an ADR option’? 
I had the opportunity to discuss these questions with Mr Ikechukwu Onuoma Esq (Notary Public), the Managing Partner of Obra Legal, a lawyer with over 14 years of experience in Litigation, Domestic and International Arbitration and Negotiation. He is also a Chartered Mediator who has mediated over 15 cases at the Enugu State Multi-Door courthouse (ESMDC) since the inception of ESMDC in 2018 and an Editorial member board of the Enugu State Multi-Door Court House Journal.
We concluded that they are factors that would influence selecting an ADR option for both the parties and lawyers. However, there are motivational factors, especially for the lawyers, that would encourage them to embrace ADR.
Introduction
What prompted the birth of ESMDC?
We provided an overview that was centred on four (4) key points. They are as follows:
1) To enhance access to justice by providing an Alternative Mechanism to supplement litigation in resolving a dispute.
2) To minimise the frustration faced by citizens in the justice delivery process.
3) To provide a legal framework for a fair and efficient way of settling matters through ADR.
4)  To become the hub of ADR in the entire eastern region.
What are the factors that could influence the selection of an ADR Option?
In Nigeria, generally, three factors were highlighted that could influence an ADR option’s choice or selection. These factors are as follows:
1)  The mindset of legal practitioners, collaborative agencies, community and friends.
2)  Efficiency and speed in the justice delivery system.
3)  Finance for lawyers.
Given this discussion, another prominent question emanated on ‘what could motivate lawyers to tow the ADR path to ease the court’s burden?
Motivational factors for lawyers to tow the ADR Path:
Culture, Awareness and Career (CAC) were revealed as the three motivational factors.
Culture: Reveals itself in the sense that customary Arbitration already forms an intrinsic part of our culture in Africa. Validating the above view, Ikechukwu Onuoma elucidated that in the African continent, the ADR already forms a part of their culture; thus, a constant reminder of these would help remind the lawyers and potential users to opt for ADR.

For example, he revealed that ‘in the African culture they have the Obi’s, Baale’s, and the Emirs who otherwise act as arbitrators over the disputes between the parties.[1] Also, he exemplified the above submission by citing the famous book written by Chinua Achebe. He states, “We will find iconic scenes in his book Things Fall Apart, references have been made to families who have been brought to the Igwe, and he settled their matters.”He emphasised that ‘as a consequence, it shows firstly that the elements of Traditional African Method of Settling Disputes (TAMSD) –the parties submit voluntarily, which is the same element overlapping with ADR, the second is that the parties would accept the terms which overlap the ADR, – acceptance of the terms.

Finally, the parties be it the kinsmen or the communities, will also agree that they will be bound by the terms of that customary arbitration or settlements and sometimes, in order to be bound- involves some sort of oath-taking in their customary rudimental arbitration and exactly this binding nature of TAM flows into the same ADR now institutionalised, hence culture is key.’

Awareness: This is where the Enugu State Multi-door Courthouse comes into play. The director, Mrs Caroline Etuk, has taken advantage of the new terrain to create the new Mediterranean through campaigns and training.
Career: Most of the ADR matters done by lawyers will count or form part of the requirement for those who want to be appointed as a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) or a judge. That would encourage lawyers to refer more cases and advocate or enlighten their clients to opt for ADR.
Some of the Feedback/ comments received for this episode:
Insightful session-Little wings
Very insightful session on ADR. I agree that awareness should be thrumped up. Culture is another element that should be progressively embedded in formal ADR processes for greater buy-ins, especially in Nigeria’s eastern part.-Justina Dillion
I just started listening to your podcast, and I can tell you that I have learnt so much about ADR.
Keep up with the good work.- Jude Oke
Conclusion
Hence we hope that all the points raised in this discourse should not discourage potential parties or the lawyers who are yet to embrace this scheme rather it should serve as a motivational factor or an incentive to embrace ADR / opt for ADR.
To hear the full version of this episode, click here.
Reference:
Chinwe Umegbolu, Dispensation of Justice: Lagos Multi-Door Courthouse (LMDC) as a Case study (Ongoing research University of Brighton 2018-2021).