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The Future of Mediation, Dispute Resolution and the Law in a Web3 World (Mitch Jackson, Lawyer/Mediator)

Technically Legal

In this episode, trial attorney, mediator and Web3 believer Mitch Jackson talks about the future of mediation, dispute resolution and the law in a Web3 world. He also maintains a busy mediation practice and is passionate about the positive impact new technologies can have on the practice of law.

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Immediation and Mediation Inst. Form ADR Partnership

Legal Practice Intelligence

Immediation (by ADR Technology), a leading provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) technology, and the Mediation Institute, a leading provider of dispute resolution training and professional support for dispute resolution.

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Ask Attorney Jennifer B.: What’s an alternate dispute resolution? Should I recommend it to my clients?

Martindale-Avvo

Alternate dispute resolution (ADR) methods existed pre-pandemic, but their use really exploded during the last four years when people who wanted to divorce were forced to resolve their differences in some other way, as the courts were unavailable. For example, mediation, by its nature, requires parties to reach an agreement.

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Ask Attorney Jennifer B.: What’s an alternate dispute resolution? Should I recommend it to my clients?

Martindale-Avvo

Alternate dispute resolution (ADR) methods existed pre-pandemic, but their use really exploded during the last four years when people who wanted to divorce were forced to resolve their differences in some other way, as the courts were unavailable. For example, mediation, by its nature, requires parties to reach an agreement.

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VC Tim Draper Invests $1M In Blockchain-Based Dispute Resolution Platform

LawSites

Billionaire venture capitalist Tim Draper , known for early investments in companies such as Twitter, Skype and DocuSign, has invested $1 million in seed capital in Jur , a blockchain-based dispute resolution platform founded in Switzerland. Although ODR has existed for 25 years, the pandemic has driven new interest in the field.

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How Attorneys Can Hire a Mediator

Martindale-Avvo

Going to court is one option, but alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is promoted as a cheaper and less stressful alternative. Your clients might have heard of mediation but don’t know whether it’s appropriate in their case, or even how to get started. When Is Mediation Required? Mediation is confidential and private.

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Mediation vs. Arbitration vs. Litigation: What’s the Difference Between Them?

CaseFox

When any dispute arises, especially in business or professional life, it is important to have a dispute resolution process. However, there are alternative methods available for resolving disputes that are not so time-consuming and don’t involve courtroom drama. Mediation proceedings are not very formal.