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A Holistic Approach to Conflict Resolution Online

Nance Schick · Nov 20, 2023 ·

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Our holistic approach to conflict resolution makes us notice subtleties and wonder how we can guide people to the solutions that will best advance them toward their goals. As such, I've developed a …

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Six Things You Must Know Before Hiring an Employment Mediator

Nance Schick · Oct 30, 2023 ·

At Third Ear Conflict Resolution, we're dedicated to transforming conflicts into opportunities for growth, and mediation is at the heart of what we do. With over two decades of experience in this …

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Unlocking True Cost Savings: Why Court-Mandated Mediation Might Not Be Free

Nance Schick · Oct 23, 2023 ·

One of the challenges of building a private conflict resolution business is that parties often expect mediation to be free because the courts and several community organizations offer the process pro …

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Navigating Conflict: When to Consider a Mediator

admin · Sep 18, 2023 ·

DISCLAIMER: This post gives a general overview of types of conflict that might be appropriate for mediation. It is not legal advice, and I am not your attorney. If you require information or advice …

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Three Types of People Who Might Choose to Mediate a Workplace Dispute

Nance Schick · Oct 24, 2022 ·

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Mediation Works for Owners Oliver is the majority owner of a Big Four sports franchise. He is known for fairness and his commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. He ensures his scouts search …

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What to Expect During a Mediation

Nance Schick · Oct 17, 2022 ·

Mediation is different from court. The mediator is not going to tell you if someone is right or wrong. I am not going to tell you what you deserve or how you should resolve this matter. You get to …

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The Three Best Ways to Stay Out of Court

Nance Schick · Jan 28, 2019 ·

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My goal is to keep you out of court and build your conflict resolution skills, in part because court is a miserable place. Highly-educated, competitive people will often make your case about …

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Making Mediation Work for Your Clients

Nance Schick · Jan 23, 2019 ·

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Have you ever considered how the legal process impacts clients on a personal level? Regardless of your answer, this mediation continuing legal education (CLE) course is for you. Most law firm …

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Can an Attorney Practice Law and Mediate?

Nance Schick · Oct 16, 2017 ·

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Yes. Attorneys can indeed practice law and mediate. They can also arbitrate while practicing law. It does take some extra work to maintain neutrality and avoid conflicts of interest, but we are …

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What Does It Mean to Be a “Neutral”?

admin · Oct 2, 2017 ·

"Neutrals" are third-parties. They aren’t part of the dispute to be arbitrated or mediated, and they aren’t likely to be significantly impacted by any resolution the primary parties create. Unlike …

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