Mediation

A mediation is a business meeting with the goal of resolving a dispute. Parties meet together, often with attorneys, and work with a neutral mediator. The exact process and length of time will depend on the negotiating situation and the preferences of the parties.

I recognize that the parties will focus on achieving what they decide is in their own best interest. I do not judge negotiation strategies or tactics. I will talk about the legal dispute with the attorneys, and the practical concerns and personal interests with the clients. I offer my views only where I see that one party's approach may diminish the chance of reaching a settlement that might otherwise be possible.

As a mediator, I see my role as helping to bring disputes to an efficient and reasonable conclusion for all concerned. To do that I bring:

• knowledge of the law and the negotiating process
• detachment from the dispute
• understanding of each clients' concerns and interests
• persistence, patience and perseverance

Rosters and Contractor Positions

• American Arbitration Association (Mediation)
  
• Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
  
• Center for Conflict Resolution
  
• Federal Executive Board
• Resolute Systems, LLC (Chicago)
• Mortgage Foreclosure Program, Circuit Court of Cook County           
• Major Case  Mediation Program,Circuit Court of Cook County
• Federal Agencies & Departments