PRACTICAL TIPS ON PRACTICE DEVELOPMENT
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Rainmakers and the rolodex
February 16, 2004
Carpe diem
December 29, 2003
While the focus of your preparations may be different, your client deserves your best effort.
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On speaking for ADR
December 28, 2003
The 30-second message is the cornerstone for your presentation.
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On writing for ADR
December 27, 2003
Your pre-hearing statement may vary depending on the nature of the proceeding
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Home or away?
December 26, 2003
better to share the cost of renting conference space if necessary than conduct the proceedings at opposing counsel’s office
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Finding the right person
December 24, 2003
Always select your mediator or arbitrator. If you cannot trust the person, you cannot trust the process.
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Being perfectly clear
December 23, 2003
If you are relying on something happening or not happening as part of the ADR process, you should put it in writing.
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Telling advice
December 22, 2003
Tell the client about cost, control and certainty. Tell opposing counsel about accommodating interests, the importance of preserving relationships or a likely “hot button” concern of the other client. Tell the court you want to resolve the case without trial.
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Custom made solutions
December 21, 2003
the best fit for the particular case and personalities
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An alternative to having your day in court
December 20, 2003
You should always be open to ADR. You should not always submit to it.
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Seeking justice, finding fairness
December 19, 2003
ADR offers your client advantages over trial, primarily cost, control and certainty
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Crisis intervention strategies
December 11, 2003
crisis intervention strategies
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Client Communication Tip
November 15, 2003
Always advise the client of the next step. It impresses the client and keeps you focused.
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How to beat Wal-Mart
November 14, 2003
because the gallon jar of mayonnaise is too big or the brand isn’t their favorite
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