Alternative Dispute Resolution

NO CLE: WORKSHOP: Making the Mediation: What to Consider When Selecting the Neutral

Focusing on mediation in noteworthy cases, the panelists will discuss their thought processes when deciding whether to mediate, and how they go about selecting a neutral in cases both large and small. The panelists will explain how they select mediators, how they work with them, and the useful qualities they look for in mediators.

Free Session

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Supreme Court Review: Recent Decisions and Their Potential Implications for Bankruptcy Lawyers

Do you ever wonder what a particular Supreme Court decision means for you and your practice? This panel will discuss the Supreme Court’s general approach to deciding cases, including bankruptcy cases, and what those decisions mean for the bankruptcy and larger legal community. The panelists will use decisions from last term (as well as those to be argued this term) to help attendees better understand the decisions, how they might influence lower court decisions, and what it all means for those subjected to their decisions.

$125.00
$125.00

The Intersection of Arbitration and Bankruptcy

This panel reviews recent cases and assesses whether arbitration is enforceable in bankruptcy, and to what extent.

$125.00
$125.00

Bankruptcy Alternatives and High Times

Panelists from around the Central States region will discuss the current status of receiverships in their states, with a specific focus on cannabis cases.

$125.00
$125.00

Mediation and Risk Analysis

The panelists and the audience will discuss the fundamentals of mediation and risk assessment, focusing on key skills that can increase the effectiveness of their mediations. This session will cover best practices for mediators to maximize their chances for successful mediations, common pitfalls in assessing your client’s risk and how to overcome them, and the importance of confidentiality in mediation.

$125.00
$125.00

The Many Roles of a Neutral in Bankruptcy

This panel will explore the various roles of neutrals in bankruptcy, including applicable provisions of the Bankruptcy Code and Rules, as well as the limitations on the use of neutrals in bankruptcy. Examples of neutral roles in bankruptcy include mediators, fee examiners, subchapter V trustees, and mass tort personal-injury plan administrators. Limitations on the use of neutrals in bankruptcy can be found in Bankruptcy Rule 9031, and there is growing support to modify the rule to eliminate this limitation.

$125.00
$125.00

NO CLE - Current Events with Bill Rochelle (and Guests!)

Bankruptcy judges will discuss the most talked-about current events and controversial opinions in the insolvency world with ABI Editor-at-Large Bill Rochelle.

Free Session

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NO CLE - Mediating Mass-Tort Multiparty Matters: The Four Ms

This panel will discuss mediation in mass-tort/multiparty cases such as Puerto Rico, Purdue, Boy Scouts andthe various religious institutions that have filed for bankruptcy. The panelists will highlight mediating tortclaims that have emotional and non-monetary components, such as sexual abuse; issues regardingnondebtor-related entity property and contributions; and liquidation concerns in a religious institutionbankruptcy.

Free Session

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NO CLE - Loose Lips Sink Ships: Mediation Confidentiality, Privilege and Ethics

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NO CLE - So You Think You Can Mediate: A Guide to Upping Your Game

This panel will cover assessing and negotiating a fee structure, how to prepare for the mediation, guiding participants toward making mediation statements useful, and tips for breaking the impasse.

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