CLE Program

ADR Services, Inc., is a California State Bar certified MCLE provider that offers legal education programs to our clients throughout California at no charge.

1.5 Hours Credit

Demystifying Private Mediation: The Do’s and Don’ts
Presented at the Beverly Hills Bar Association

Virtual

Join BHBA's Family Law section for four exciting panels: "How to Prepare for Good Negotiations" with Dr. Sukhsimranjit Singh; "Practitioner’s Approach to Effective Mediation" with Matthew Skarin and Jackie Adams-Ings; "Demystifying Private Mediation: The Dos and Don'ts" with Hon. Susan Lopez-Giss among others; and "Maximizing the Use of MSCs and VSCs" with Judges Shelley Kaufman and Firdaus Dordi. More Bench Officers will be announced soon.

2 Hours Legal Ethics

Navigating Mediation’s Ethical Horizon: Integrity, Fairness, and Professionalism
Presented at the ACBA Virtual MCLE Compliance Countdown

Virtual

As the art of mediation continues to shape the legal landscape, professionals must remain committed to the highest standards of conduct. This webinar will offer valuable insights into the ethical considerations that attorneys and mediators alike encounter, ensuring that every mediation process remains grounded in integrity and fairness. Our three experienced mediator-speakers will cover such topics as standards of behavior, confidentiality, mandatory reporting, making the most of court-ordered mediation attendance, and what to do when your client isn’t playing fair with the process.

Whether you're a seasoned attorney or new to mediation, this webinar will empower you to navigate mediation with confidence and professionalism while maintaining attention to ethical complexities. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your practice and contribute to the ethical foundation of the mediation process.

USC Gould School of Law – LACBA Business Law Section
2023 Institute for Corporate Counsel

FEATURED SPEAKERS: ASSOCIATE JUSTICE MING W. CHIN (RET.) Formerly of the California Supreme Court Neutral ADR Services, Inc. RONALD KLAIN Former White House Chief of Staff Partner O’Melveny & Myers LLP DAVID BARRETT Senior Vice President & General Counsel Southern California Gas Company ADEL HAGEKHALIL General Manager & CEO Metropolitan Water District of Southern California LEO E. STRINE, JR. Former Chief Justice and Chancellor of the Delaware Supreme Court Of Counsel Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz   Cost: In-Person Registration - $295 Government Employee - $75 Full-Time Law Students - $75   Address: California Club 538 Flower St. Los Angeles,...

1.25 Participatory MCLE Credits - 1.25 Legal Specialization in Estate Planning; Trust & Probate Law

Top Five Critical Lessons from Mediators of Trust and Estate Disputes
Presented by the California Lawyers Association Trusts and Estates Section

Virtual

Join a panel of five esteemed mediators of trust and estate disputes including Honorable James P. Gray (Ret.), Honorable Jamoa A. Moberly (Ret.), Honorable Glen M. Reiser (Ret.), and Bette Epstein, Esq., together with moderator Kristin Yokomoto, Esq. as we explore the intricacies of successful mediations. Trust and estate litigation is on the rise and so are the number of disputes being successfully resolved outside of the courtroom through mediation. Unlike other types of disputes, trust and estate fights often involve the break-down of family relationships over inheritances. These experienced mediators will discuss the top five critical lessons on dealing with challenges of mediating trust and estate disputes including the (1) importance of advanced preparation by the lawyers and mediator and well prepared pre-mediation briefs, (2) role of the disputants’ understanding of mediation and how mediators can help establish realistic expectations during the mediation, (3) standards of conduct for mediators and mediation confidentiality, (4) differences between evaluative and facilitative mediation styles and the time and place for a mediator’s proposal to progress through an impasse, and (5) hidden forces that shape a disputant’s decisions and dealing with high conflict personalities. They will also share touching stories about apology and the opportunities to help families build bridges to be able to potentially reconnect with each other.

Interact with the Mediators: The presentation will allow time for attendees to interact with these top trust and estate mediators who contribute to helping resolve these complex family disputes.

Negotiating and Settling Tort Cases: Evaluating the Case, Making the Demand, Bargaining Directly or in Mediation
Creating Strategies, Making Opponents More Receptive to Proposals, and Preparing Antidotes for Hard Bargaining Tactics

The reality is that most lawsuits settle. Thus, just as every case should have trial themes and discovery strategies, each one should have a settlement plan and strategy. But most lawyers mistakenly assume that what persuades a jury will persuade opposing counsel or meet the needs of the defendant’s insurers, who may or may not be present, and whose checkbooks will fund the settlement.

An overall settlement strategy needs to be developed based on numerous obvious and not-so-obvious factors. Although the parties may frequently be attempting to divide a fixed sum, such as the defendant’s insurance proceeds, some options may exist to expand the pie or the people adding to it.

Listen as this premier panel of experienced negotiators and litigators offers guidance on practical actions that personal injury attorneys can take to make their opponents more receptive to their proposals.

8 hours of Participatory MCLE Credit

ADREvolution: ADR Services, Inc. 4th Annual MCLE Day Event 2024
ADR Services, Inc. Complimentary In-House MCLE Programs

Virtual

Catch up on credits, while looking to the future. Join ADR Services, Inc. for our 4th Annual Complimentary MCLE Day event! This event will feature a full day of MCLE programming covering all of the hard to get "special" credits - four (4) hours of Legal Ethics, one (1) hour of Competence, one (1) hour of general Elimination of Bias, and one (1) hour of Elimination of Bias with Emphasis on Implicit Bias. As a bonus, we will also feature a one (1) hour general credit session. Attend one session, or all!

1 hour General MCLE Credit

Briefing Excellence – Hosted by the SCMA Attorney Outreach Committee
Avoiding Common Pitfalls & Putting Your Client's Best Foot Forward

Virtual

Proper briefing is a critical element in the success of any mediation.  It helps ensure that things go smoothly for your client,  puts your arguments in the best possible light, and makes you look good, driving repeat business and referrals.  We'll discuss best practices in briefing, with a particular eye toward how briefing has changed since mediations went online.    Proper briefing saves time, saves money, and helps drive the highest-possible settlement rate.  Join us and learn from two prominent SoCal mediators how you can make your briefs the best they can be.  We'll reserve time at the end for your questions.

8 hours of Participatory MCLE Credit

ADREvolution: ADR Services, Inc. 4th Annual MCLE Day Event 2024
ADR Services, Inc. Complimentary In-House MCLE Programs

Virtual

Catch up on credits, while looking to the future. Join ADR Services, Inc. for Part II of our 4th Annual Complimentary MCLE Day event! This event will feature a full day of MCLE programming covering all of the hard to get "special" credits - four (4) hours of Legal Ethics, one (1) hour of Competence, one (1) hour of general Elimination of Bias, and one (1) hour of Elimination of Bias with Emphasis on Implicit Bias. As a bonus, we will also feature a one (1) hour general credit session featuring a conversation between Former California Supreme Court Chief Justice Hon. Tani Cantil-Sakauye (Ret.), and California Supreme Court Justice Hon. Ming Chin (Ret.). Attend one session, or all!

1 hr. Ethics CLE Credit

A Deep Dive into Effective Use of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Real Property Disputes
Presented by the Los Angeles County Bar Association Residential Real Property Subsection of the Real Property Section

Virtual

This program will examine the nuances of alternative dispute resolution with respect to residential real property disputes. Panelists will examine how astute advocates approach mediation and arbitration, versus litigation. Together, we will explore best practices before and during the ADR process, including:

  • How to approach mediation and arbitration
  • How to propose mediation and arbitration to clients seeking advocacy
  • How to best draft ADR clauses in real property agreements
  • How counsel can best transition from advocacy to proposing settlement
  • Choosing the right mediator or arbitrator
  • Ethical obligations to ensure a mediated settlement agreement is admissible and enforceable
  • Client confidences and permitted communications
  • What to do or say when a mediator may try to elicit privileged information
  • How to handle similar issues in direct negotiations without a third party
  • Advocacy in mediation and arbitration, versus litigation
  • A look into the mind of your mediator or arbitrator
  • Applying the rules of evidence and other procedural rules in mediation or arbitration
  • Do I really have to have my client sign a form stating they cannot sue me for malpractice?

Full Seminar provides 6.25 general credits, or Legal Specialization Credit in Appellate Law

PINCUS Appellate Program Presents: Advanced Oral Argument Skills
PINCUS Appellate Program Presents: Advanced Oral Argument Skills

In this session of the Advanced Appellate Practice Seminar, a distinguished panel of speakers will discuss select topics in advanced oral argument skills, including:

  • What judges are trying to accomplish at oral argument
  • How to quickly categorize a question
  • How to identify the type of question you are getting, so you can answer it strategically.
  • How to best to answer hypothetical questions of different flavors
  • How to address policy concerns
  • How best to pivot when a judge has you on the ropes
  • How to approach Oral Argument when there is a Tentative Opinion or Focus Letter
  • How to maximize the few minutes you have without wasting time
  • Preparation and Practice Strategies:
    • Effectively using moot courts when preparing
  • Hybrid Arguments – pros, cons and policy changes

1 Hour General Credit

Appeals: Preserving the Win/ Preserving the Argument
ADR Services, Inc. Complimentary In-House MCLE Program

Join us for a comprehensive MCLE webinar program designed to sharpen your skills in civil appeals, offering invaluable insights for litigators. From the pre-trial stages of dispositive motions through the conclusion of trial and post-trial, this program will delve into critical aspects that can help you set yourself up for success in the event of an appeal.
When you are preparing for trial, the appeal may be the furthest thing from your mind. In this webinar, our seasoned appellate experts will provide insights into how to be mindful of the appeal while preparing and pursuing trial, along with perspective from the trial court. Our speakers will guide you through real-world scenarios, sharing practical tips, and providing a roadmap for effectively preserving your win, or preserving your argument.