Mediation (E)

Catalog description

Effective advocacy in mediation has some elements in common with effective advocacy in litigation, but also many different elements. This course focuses on the perspective of the legal advocate in the mediation process and common issues faced in mediation settings. Course materials and exercises will discuss different mediation models and mediator styles, mediator selection, attorney preparation, client preparation, as well as advocacy during the mediation session itself. Students are trained in basic mediation skills through readings, demonstrations, simulations, and the keeping of a mediation journal.