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May 27, 2026 The article “Effective Strategies for Preparing Clients for Mediation,” by Chad J. Tamaroff of Greenspoon Marder LLP, serves as a practical guide for legal counsel to ensure their clients are prepared for mediation. Rather than treating i …
May 5, 2026 As AI tools become increasingly common in legal practice, their use is now extending into alternative dispute resolution (ADR), including mediation and arbitration. This raises important questions about transparency, confidentiality, and p …
April 30, 2026 The use of AI chatbots by clients in connection with legal matters carries significant risks. Communications with AI platforms such as ChatGPT or Claude may not be protected by attorney-client privilege. Recent federal court rulings hav …
April 23, 2026 A recent federal court ruling serves as an important warning for anyone using AI chatbots like ChatGPT or Claude when dealing with legal matters. In February 2026, a Manhattan federal judge ruled that a former CEO facing securities and w …
April 20, 2026 When businesses face litigation, the initial focus is often on whether they will win the case. While that is an important consideration, as explained by Stephanie Adamo and Tamera Dietrich Westerberg in “When to Litigate and When to Wal …
April 20, 2026 In “Civility Signals Strength in ADR,” Gina Mills emphasizes that while ADR is designed to be less adversarial than traditional court proceedings, its effectiveness depends heavily on how parties and counsel conduct themselves. Civility …
April 20, 2026 AI-powered notetaking tools are becoming increasingly common in business meetings, offering convenience through real-time transcription and automated summaries. In a recent article, “The AI Notetaker: An Uninvited Party Guest Who May Ne …
April 20th, 2026 A colleague of mine, Theo Cheng, now a distinguished arbitrator and mediator, recently published an excellent piece titled “Preliminary Hearings in Arbitration: The Arbitrator’s Perspective (U.S.)” in Dispute Resolution Magazine. Thes …
A recent ruling out of the Northern District of Georgia serves as a reminder that a denial of immediate injunctive relief doesn’t necessarily mean the end of a trade secrets case. In Stimlabs LLC v. Griffiths, decided on March 27, 2025, the court allow …
Enforcing arbitration clauses and compelling reluctant parties to participate presents legal challenges. Understanding how to navigate arbitration enforcement is crucial for protecting contractual rights. The Enforceability of Arbitration Agreements A …
Arbitration agreements have become an essential component of contracts across various industries, from consumer agreements to international contracts involving foreign investors and sovereign nations. But how do arbitration clauses work, and what shoul …
March 21, 2025 The Fashion Workers Act, which aims to enhance protections for models and other fashion industry professionals, became effective on June 19, 2025. The Act increases regulations for model management companies and their clients, which incl …
