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Tech Tips for Lawyers & Mediators in the Age of AI
Discover how lawyers and mediators can leverage AI tools like ChatGPT and Synthesia.io for powerful marketing and efficient practice management in this interview by Mac Pierre-Louis with the LMI Podcast (https://www.lmipodcast.com). Learn innovative strategies to transform your mediation and legal practice. @meaningfulmediation #Lawyers #Mediation #airdrop Summary: (00:00) Introduction to episode: "Tech Tips for Lawyers & Mediators in the Age of AI" featuring Patrick Russell. (01:57) Patrick Russell, a certified mediator and lawyer with over 30 years of experience, discusses his passion for mediation and conflict resolution. (02:33) Russell's nonprofit work: conducting oral history interviews with veterans (makinghistorypro.com). (03:45) Russell shares his experience using ChatGPT's DALL-E for marketing, emphasizing prompt engineering techniques. (06:42) Discussion on how AI-generated images can benefit lawyers and mediators, especially for marketing, blogs, presentations, and training. (08:39) Russell demonstrates using Synthesia.io to create realistic video avatars for converting written blogs into engaging videos. (18:24) Practical use of ChatGPT to summarize legal documents for mediation preparation, saving significant time. (26:10) Introduction to NotebookLM by Google, highlighting its use for personalized research assistance and summarizing complex legal content. (29:57) Potential future applications discussed, including AI-generated conversational summaries ("audio overviews") for educational podcasts or client communications. (31:57) Advocating embracing AI tools to enhance—not replace—the work of legal professionals, and briefly mentioning interest in exploring virtual reality environments for mediation.
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Top Ten Things for a Meaningful Mediation - on the LMI Podcast
Podcast interview with Mac Pierre-Louise on the LMI Podcast (https://lmipodcast.com/) in which the top ten things to do for a meaningful mediation are discussed. These mediation tips and strategies, including scheduling, rapport, opening offers, reasoned offers, and more, will help lawyers with negotiation outcomes and having a more meaningful mediation. @meaningfulmediation Summary: Schedule Mediation When Parties Are Ready (05:10) Ensure both sides are prepared to negotiate, with necessary documents and case assessments in place. Mediation before key legal motions (e.g., summary judgment) can be ineffective. Prepare for Mediation with Settlement in Mind (08:00) Enter mediation with the intention to resolve the case, not just to negotiate aimlessly. Share essential information to facilitate problem-solving rather than withholding it as a tactic. Manage Client Expectations Before Mediation (09:12) Lawyers should educate clients about the mediation process and potential outcomes. Avoid unrealistic expectations influenced by exaggerated settlement claims seen in advertisements. Build Rapport with the Parties (14:28) Mediation success often depends on human interaction as much as legal arguments. Establish trust and respect among all involved to foster collaboration. Have a Clear Negotiation Plan (18:57) Both attorneys and clients should define their starting point and acceptable settlement range. Reacting without a strategy leads to inefficient back-and-forth bargaining. Start with a Reasonable Offer (21:37) Unrealistic or extreme initial demands can derail discussions and alienate the other party. A practical starting point keeps negotiations productive and efficient. Provide Well-Reasoned Offers, Not Arbitrary Numbers (28:11) Justify offers with facts, damages, and case assessments rather than random figures. Giving a rationale increases the likelihood of meaningful engagement from the other side. Understand the Other Party’s Needs (29:26) Consider what motivates the opposing party to settle rather than just focusing on personal demands. Addressing their concerns can bridge negotiation gaps and facilitate compromise. Leave Room for an Honorable Retreat (30:29) Avoid cornering the other side into a defensive stance. Providing flexible exit strategies allows for smoother negotiations and settlements. Always Provide a Final Offer Before Leaving Mediation (31:45) Before declaring an impasse, parties should present their true bottom-line offer. Many settlements occur after mediation ends due to a "shopping effect," where parties reconsider offers over time.
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Mediation Tip: The Formula for a Meaningful Mediation
Tips and strategies for how to have a meaningful mediation by Florida mediator, Patrick Russell. @meaningfulmediation
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Mediation Tip: Dealing with Difficult People
A mediation tip for how to deal with difficult people, analyze their behavior, and communicate effectively to solve problems and achieve goals. Difficult people can be a roadblock to negotiation success. Solve the people and you can solve the problem. @meaningfulmediation
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Mediation Tip Mediation is Not Splitting the Difference
A mediation tip that discusses how mediation is more than just splitting the difference between offers and demands. @meaningfulmediation
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Mediation Tip: Amending Trial Orders
A mediation tip for amending trial orders so that mediation is conducted at the right time to promote a more effective and meaningful mediation.@meaningfulmediation
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Mediation Background and Style
A short interview by Natalie Armstrong-Motin where I describe my mediation practice, what motivates me for dispute resolution and my mediation style. @meaningfulmediation
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Patrick Russell's Idle Chat for the American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution
#mediate #ABA #DisputeResolution #IdleChat #MarketingMediation #NatalieArmstrongMotin Idle Chat with Natalie Armstrong-Motin This interview is one in a series of Idle Chat for the American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution. If you are a member of the ABA’s DR Section (everyone is invited to join!) and would like to connect and schedule your own appointment for an Idle Chat interview, use the online calendar link below. Online Calendar Link: https://HowToMarketMyMediationPractice.as.me/IdleChat Join the ABA’s Dispute Resolution Section at www.AmericanBar.org Find the ABA’s DR Section on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/1412997/ Learn more about Natalie Armstrong-Motin or how to market your ADR practice at https://www.HowToMarketMyMediationPractice.com 📮 LET'S CONNECT! SUBSCRIBE to my channel or find me on social media: https://www.youtube.com/c/NatalieArmstrongMotin ---------- LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/marketingresolution ---------- Twitter https://twitter.com/marketingADR 00:00 Introduction 00:52 entering the field of ADR 02:07 Card shuffled - time for an Idle Chat 12:47 Why Janie loves her work
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What is Going On In the Other Room? What You Need to Know & Plan for in a First-Party Mediation Case
November 20, 2024 An interactive discussion between three experienced mediators about what is really going on behind the scenes of typical first-party mediation. One mediator will reveal the needs and interests as seen in the insured's caucus room, while the other mediator will discuss the same issues from the viewpoint of the insurer's caucus room. The third mediator will moderate this discussion to bridge the gap between the two rooms. Speakers Ido J. Alexander, JD, MBA, Salmon & Dulberg Dispute Resolution Patrick Russell, JD, Salmon & Dulberg Dispute Resolution
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Happiness for Lawyers Guaranteed....or Your Misery Back
Presentation of the ADR Section of The Florida Bar as part of a six-part series, Stay Well Be Well, focusing on tips for mental health and well-being for lawyers.
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Business of People: Using Mindfulness to Resolve Internal and External Conflicts
A presentation for The Florida Bar on mindfulness techniques to resolve conflicts.
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Meaningful Interactions: Mindful Communication and Negotiation
Presentation for Miami Mensa on mindful communication and negotiation techniques to improve outcomes.
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