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What techniques or behaviours by a mediator will assist parties reach resolution or will increase the difficulties of achieving a settlement?

Posted on March 25, 2018 | Posted in Events | Tagged cflsolutions, conflict coaching, Divorce, families, family dispute resolution, family law, family lawyer, family mediation, holistic law, integrative law, mediation, melbourne, Separation, susan hamilton-green, victoria

This event was on March 28, 2018.

Join me and a panel of experienced mediators across a spectrum of fields including family, commercial, workplace and franchising to discuss techniques and behaviours of mediators that can positively or negatively affect the resolution of disputes.

Questions will be put to the panel based on an American Bar Association report and a survey conducted in Australia to test whether our experienced panellists agree or disagree with some of the conclusions reached in the literature of what assists or hinders mediators conducting a mediation.

The panellists will provide their insights on proposition including whether:

the most effective technique utilised by mediators is a pre-mediation conference;
party – party conferences are a core tool that increases resolution prospects;
applying pressure to parties to resolve a dispute decreases or has no effect on the prospects of resolution;
acting outside the role of a mediator adversely affects resolution prospects,

You will come out of this session with an understanding of what the literature reports on mediator behaviour and techniques and the insights of experienced practitioners who offer their perspective on the conclusions in the literature.

Event details

Date and time

Wednesday, 28 March
5.30pm Welcome & refreshments
6.00pm Commencement
7.00pm Close

Venue

Lecture ROBL11
Victoria University
Queen Street Campus
Melbourne

Fee

$35.00 Members
$45.00 Guests

To register contact the Resolution Institute office on (02) 9251 3366or infoaus@resolution.institute

About the panellists

Susan Hamilton-Green, 2017 Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner of the year, NMAS Mediator practising in the area of family and relationship disputes.

Rob Goldstein, Principal of Goldstein Mediation, NMAS Mediator, Accredited Specialist – Mediator practising in all areas of commercial disputes.

Mark Hebblewhite, Accredited Advanced Mediator (Victorian Bar), Chair of the Mediator Standards Board, Accredited Mediator (NMAS), FDRP.

Alicia Hill, Principal MST Lawyers, NMAS Mediator practising in dispute resolution and litigation.

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Susan’s strategy enabled me to cope extremely well at mediation…with the notes and mechanisms Susan had equipped me with, I was able to keep the meeting focused and professional. The better than hoped for outcome would not have been achieved without the excellent coaching and guidance I received from Susan, and I will forever be hugely grateful for what she helped me achieve.

— Cheryl Pyke CEO, Gell Property Pty LtdPhd(ip), BA, GDipBusAdmin. MBA, MProfEd&Trng(VET)
Sue and I recently worked together with a client to assist the client through the mediation process. Sue was invaluable in supporting and providing my client with the skills she needed to attend mediation. Whilst I provided legal advice to my client, Sue provided support through her conflict coaching and together we successfully worked as a team to assist my client to negotiate a successful outcome at mediation. My client was very happy with the skills Sue gave my client to support my client through the process and to focus of the mediation on the best interests of the children rather than the conflict between the parties. I enjoyed working with Sue, would use her again and would recommend her services to other family lawyers.

— Jane Bentley Family LawyerCarew Counsel
Susan was friendly and kind and always made me feel comfortable. I would not have been able to get through this difficult part of my life without her guidance and support. She was always ready to listen, and made me feel that I could say what I wanted to. She was great at reminding me to think of what was important and what I hoped to gain. She helped me look at what would work, and what I could live with.

— Mary Smith Field Officer
Susan has been a great option for our clients that are seeking a pragmatic and considered resolution to their family law matter. Susan is not only approachable for the clients but communicates effectively with all parties to ensure that their interests, positions and concerns are heard. All of my clients that have worked with Susan have left the mediation process feeling that the attention their matter received was personal and well prepared. I highly recommend Susan as a family dispute resolution practitioner.

— Brynne Allen Family LawyerCarew Counsel
I have known Susan Hamilton Green for many years. We have worked together in mediation and training. Susan has always been very professional in her approach with a very respectful and inclusive manner. She has the ability to make people feel at ease and they warm to her easily. Her knowledge of the issues assists parties to understand the conflict and helps to come to decisions that will benefit them. I have enjoyed working with her because we have been able to achieve a good result for the parties involved. I would heartily recommend Susan to any perspective client considering mediation.

— Ena Shaw Registered Family Dispute Resolution PractitionerRegistered Psychologist
Susan helped me with a very complex divorce settlement. She was clear, direct and understanding, ensuring that I obtained a fair deal. Her communication skills were excellent, which made it easier for everyone to agree on the outcome. I would recommend her to anyone going through a separation or negotiation process.

— Lisa Riddell Town Planner
I have greatly valued working with Susan as mediator in my family law matters. I have found her to be professional, well prepared and always impartial. She has empowered the parties to talk realistically about their situation, and consider a wide range of ideas in moving towards an acceptable solution. Her expertise has provided a painless process for my clients, and enabled them to keep working together. I would highly recommend her for any parenting or financial matter.

— Rosetta Traficante Family LawyerRT Legal Pty Ltd
I am very grateful to Susan for her expert and reassuring advice, assisting me to navigate a very stressful 12 months. I am so happy with the outcome which allows me and my family to look forward to a bright future that continues to include my son in all of our lives. This outcome would not have been possible without her thoughtful guidance and reassuring presence throughout the year. I would recommend her to anyone going through a separation.

— Sam Dodds Paramedic