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SUMMARY:44th Annual Statewide CASCI Conference
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nFounded in 1978\, CASCI is a professional\, non-profit association of dues-paying Superior Court Investigators. The organization was formed because court investigators in each county wanted to meet and learn from others in the same profession.  Over 40 years strong\, CASCI remains the primary source of probate court investigation training in California.  Effective January 2008\, the Judicial Council of California approved CASCI as a provider for new mandatory training requirements. \nBette Epstein\, Esq. has been mediating trust and estate disputes since 2000. Following a remarkable career first as a licensed Psychotherapist and then as a trust and estate litigator for over 30 years\, she turned her focus to alternative dispute resolution and has been helping parties settle their disputes ever since. She is now available as a full-time mediator and discovery referee. Ms. Epstein is highly regarded as one of the Bay Area’s leading probate specialists. She spent the last 28 years of her litigation career handling trust and estate disputes\, contested conservatorships\, elder abuse claims\, and serving as an expert witness in conservatorship\, trust & estate litigation proceedings. As a neutral\, she brings her unique emotional intelligence\, sharp legal intellect\, and psychotherapy background to highly emotional probate disputes\, and is able to manage and successfully resolve even the most challenging and complex issues. \nSpeaker:  \n\nBette Epstein\, Esq.\n\nLocation:\nFlamingo Resort and Spa\n2777 4th St\, Santa Rosa\, CA 95405 \nCost:\nFull Conference Cost\n$400 Members │ $475 Non-Members
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/44th-annual-statewide-casci-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240510T170000
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SUMMARY:20th Annual Advanced Wage & Hour Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nThe California Employment Lawyers Association’s Wage & Hour Committee presents a hybrid full‐day\, advanced‐level seminar on wage and hour law. This high‐quality program will help plaintiffs’ attorneys stay abreast of this rapidly evolving practice area. In addition to an annual case law update and legislative review\, panels will feature a discussion regarding best practices for class and aggrieved employee communications; what judges and mediators think about PAGA settlement terms; how to deal with multiple cases against the same defendant; and\, best practices in crafting class and PAGA complaints and PAGA letters. \nSpeaker:  \n\nHon. Winifred Smith – ADR\n\nLocation:\nVirtual or In Person at:\nHilton Oakland Airport Hotel\nOne Hegenberger Rd.\nOakland\, CA 94621 \nCost:\n$500 Members │ $650 Non-Members\n(Early Bird before 5/1/24)
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/20th-annual-advanced-wage-hour-seminar/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240518
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
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SUMMARY:2024 West Coast Casualty Construction Defect Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nSince 1993\, the West Coast Casualty Construction Defect Seminar has become an institution\, a staple and must go to event for all the members of the construction defect community. In no other single place can one learn so much about the prosecution\, defense\, insurance coverage\, science and technology regarding this specialized subject of claims and litigation . . .  and . . .  in no other place will you be able to meet your colleagues where great long lasting relationships can be established which assist you in your claims and litigation handling throughout the business year. It has been long said about our event that it helps bridge the gap between parties by giving them an opportunity\, in a neutral forum\, to resolve many disputes that they couldn’t do otherwise. \nThe West Coast Casualty Construction Defect Seminar series is the largest event of its kind worldwide and continues into its 30th year of bringing the national and international construction defect community its most informative event regarding this specialized subject. \nOur attendees\, from the legal\, insurance\, builder\, contractor\, subcontractor and numerous other communities averaging in number approximately 1200-1400 per year\, come from all across the United States and several foreign countries to hear our speakers views on this continuing and emerging area of claims and law. \nGenerally\, 67 different organizations grant West Coast Casualty the ability to provide some level of continuing education accreditation to their licensee/members. \nThe only reason we have achieved this status is because we concentrate our efforts on the most important people in this community\, the attendees of our yearly events. Over the past years\, we dedicated a lot of time to listening to those we serve at our seminars and we prepared our events with the ideas\, suggestions and goals of our attendees in mind. \n. . . we suggest you keep coming back to this website for future updates because May 2024 will be an event like one YOU will have never experienced before. \nSpeaker:  \n\nGlenn Barger\, Esq.\nBob Friedenberg\, Esq.\n\nLocation:\nDisneyland Resort Hotel\n1150 West Magic Way\nAnaheim\, California 92802 \nCost:\nFull Conference Cost:\n$649 Early Bird Registration by April 12\, 2024\n$699 after April 12\, 2024
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/2024-west-coast-casualty-construction-defect-seminar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T130000
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SUMMARY:Effective Written Advocacy: Tips\, Tricks\, and Tragedies
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nAs lawyers\, litigators\, appellate practitioners and beyond\, we use writing skills every day to craft compelling arguments. In this program you will learn how to elevate your legal writing skills. \nThree speakers give varied perspectives: Hon. Leslie Landau (Ret.) formerly of the Contra Costa Superior Court and appellate practice\, is now a mediator and arbitrator; Claudia Hagadus Long is a mediator and successful novelist; and Patrick Burns is an appellate practitioner. \nThe program will help you build on your existing writing foundation and “up your game.” The speakers will address how to understand and balance the competing interests of diverse audiences (court\, counsel\, client\, mediator)\, and tailor your writing to meet the needs of your case. They will also examine what works (and what doesn’t) in legal briefs. \nFinally\, they will provide concrete suggestions to help you take your writing to the next level. \nSpeaker:  \n\nPatrick Burns\, Hanson Bridgett\nHon. Leslie Landau (Ret.)\, ADR Services\, Inc.\nClaudia Hagadus Long – ADR Services\, Inc.\n\nLocation:\nZoom Webinar\n \nCost:\n$15 Section Member\n$30 Members\n$45 Non-Members
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/effective-written-advocacy-tips-tricks-and-tragedies/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T130000
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SUMMARY:Cannabis Crossover: How Cannabis Issues Can Crop Up Onto Civil Counsel’s Caseload
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nJoin us for an insightful webinar delving into the complex interplay between cannabis law and various realms of civil litigation. As the cannabis industry continues to evolve\, its intersection with other areas of law presents unique challenges and opportunities. Led by former Napa Superior Court Judge Victoria Wood and seasoned cannabis law practitioner Lauren Mendelsohn\, this program will provide an overview of the current legal landscape\, and examine considerations when cannabis-related issues crop up in civil litigation. \nSpeaker:  \n\nHon. Victoria Wood – ADR Services\, Inc.\nLauren Mendelsohn\, Esq. – Law Offices of Omar Figueroa\n\nLocation:\nZoom Webinar\n \nCost:\n$0 – Complimentary \nHandout Materials
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/cannabis-crossover-how-cannabis-issues-can-crop-up-onto-civil-counsels-caseload/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240523T133000
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CREATED:20240501T202120Z
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SUMMARY:What Contributes to a Successful Mediation in Trust and Estate Disputes?
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nThe SMBA’s Trusts & Estates section welcomes back Santa Monica Courthouse Probate Division celebrities\, Hon. Craig D. Karlan (Ret.) and former Probate Attorney Carmen Alberio\, Esq. – now Mediators with ADR Services\, Inc. – for a thoughtful program about hot to set up your Trust & Estate clients for better outcomes in mediations. \nSpeaker:  \n\nHon. Craig Karlan (Ret.)\nCarmen Alberio\, Esq.\n\nLocation:\nJW Marriott Santa Monica Le Merigot; 1740 Ocean Avenue\, Santa Monica\, CA 90401\n \nCost:\n$80 Members │ $90 Non-Members
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/what-contributes-to-a-successful-mediation-in-trust-and-estate-disputes/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T131500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T173311Z
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SUMMARY:Employment Arbitration and Mediation: Practical Tips and Latest Updates
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nThe purpose of the seminar is to discuss the practical tips and latest updates on employment arbitration and mediation. Participants will learn about recent trends\, case law\, and statutes on the FEHA and the Labor Code\, as well as an upcoming ballot initiative pertaining to PAGA. Participants will engage with the speakers on hypotheticals and polls. \nSpeakers:  \n\nHon. Ming Chin – ADR Services\, Inc.\nPhyllis Cheng\, Esq. – ADR Services\, Inc.\n\nLocation:\nZoom Webinar\n \nCost:\n$35 Members │ $45 Non-Members
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/employment-arbitration-and-mediation-practical-tips-and-latest-updates/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T193000
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CREATED:20240405T213409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T220535Z
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SUMMARY:Her Honor: Stories of Challenge and Triumph from Women Judges
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nSFTLA’s Women’s Caucus invites you to a special evening with California Supreme Court Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye (Ret.)\, Hon. Angela Bradstreet (Ret.)\, and Hon. Anne Costin as they share stories of bias\, inequality and other barriers that stood in the way of their path to becoming women judges and how they overcame them. \nSpeaker:  \n\nHon. Tani Cantil-Sakauye – ADR Services\, Inc.\nHon. Angela Bradstreet – ADR Services\, Inc.\nHon. Anne Costin – San Francisco Superior Court\nModerated by Angelina Austin\, Esq.\n\nLocation:\nGolden Gate University\, 6th Floor\n536 Mission Street\nSan Francisco\, CA 94105 \nCost:\n$0 Members │ $45 Non-Members
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/her-honor-stories-of-challenge-and-triumph-from-women-judges/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240620T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240620T134500
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CREATED:20240619T165039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T165039Z
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SUMMARY:Best Practices: Selling Real Property in Estates\, Trusts and Conservatorships - When\, Why and How
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nPlease join us for a live and in person SoCal NAELA Quarterly Chapter Meeting with great food and a gorgeous view of the shoreline! The program will begin at 12:30 p.m. but we are meeting at 11:45 a.m. to socialize and catch up before the program begins. The presentation will feature mediator Carmen Alberio and Berkshire Hathaway Sanborn Team members Nancy Sanborn and Brian Joy discussing the when\, why and how of selling real property in estates\, trusts and conservatorships. \nSpeakers:  \n\nCarmen Alberio\, Esq.\, Mediator\, ADR Services\, Inc.\nNancy Sanborn\, Executive Director\, The Sanborn Team\, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services\, DRE # 00771096\nBrain Joy\, Partner\, The Sanborn Team\, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services\, DRE # 01324371\n\nLocation:\nParkers Lighthouse\n435 Shoreline Village Drive\nLong Beach 90802 \nCost:\n$40 Members │ $50 Non-Members
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/best-practices-selling-real-property-in-estates-trusts-and-conservatorships-when-why-and-how/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240627T110000
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CREATED:20240625T000057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T000057Z
UID:3682-1719482400-1719486000@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:'Do the Right Thing': Ethical Dilemmas in Collaborative Practice
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nJoin us for a dynamic one-hour ethics webinar exploring the intricate landscape of collaborative practice. Delve into the ethical considerations that arise when professionals from diverse disciplines collaborate\, navigating through real-world scenarios and best practices. From communication challenges to confidentiality dilemmas\, this webinar offers valuable insights and strategies for fostering ethical collaboration in today’s complex professional environments. \nSpeaker:  \nDiane Diel\, Mark Weiss\, and David Fink \nLocation:\nWebinar\n \nCost:\nFree for IACP members/$50.00 for non-IACP members
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/do-the-right-thing-ethical-dilemmas-in-collaborative-practice/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240711T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240711T130000
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CREATED:20240612T155941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T155941Z
UID:3663-1720699200-1720702800@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Settlement Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nJoin us for an engaging and informative MCLE Program on Settlement Strategies\, led by two of Alameda County’s esteemed former settlement judges\, Hon. Paul Herbert (ret.) and Hon. Evelio Grillo (ret.) This program is designed to equip attorneys with advanced skills and knowledge to enhance their settlement techniques and successfully navigate the complexities of mediation. \nSpeaker:  \n\nHon. Evelio Grillo – ADR Services\, Inc.\nHon. Paul Herbert – ADR Services\, Inc.\n\nWebinar Highlights: \n\nPre-Mediation Considerations:\nLearn how to effectively prepare for a successful mediation session\, ensuring both you and your clients are ready.\nBreaking Impasses and Narrowing Gaps:\nDiscover strategies to overcome deadlocks and bridge differences during mediation.\nHandling Stalemates:\nGain insights into what to do when you hit a stalemate\, with practical advice from our seasoned speakers.\n\nWith over 30 combined years of experience and countless settlement conferences and mediations under their belts\, our speakers will guide you through the process and provide real strategies to successfully resolve disputes. \nLocation:\nWebinar\n \nCost:\nFREE ACBA Members\n$75 Non Members – Use Code “ADRSERVICES” for an Exclusive Discount!
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/settlement-strategies/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240801T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240613T012026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T183450Z
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SUMMARY:Legends of the Law…What To Do When Things Go Wrong
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nJoin this legendary panel of practitioners and moderator and mediator Stacie Hausner as they discuss what to do when things go wrong! \nSpeaker:  \n\nMorgan Chu – Irell & Manella LLP\nGary Dordick – Dordick Law Corporation\nDana Fox – Lewis Brisbois\nLinda Miller Savitt – Ballard Rosenberg Golper & Savitt\, LLP\n\nModerated by Stacie Feldman Hausner – ADR Services\, Inc. \nLocation:\nWebinar\n \nCost:\n$0 – Complimentary Program \nWritten Materials
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/legends-of-the-lawwhat-to-do-when-things-go-wrong/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240801T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240801T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240710T172521Z
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SUMMARY:How to be a Better Ally: The Importance of Using Women Mediators
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nA conversation on whether\, when\, and why gender matters in getting cases resolved. \nSpeaker:  \n\nHon. Winifred Smith – ADR Services\, Inc.\nHon. Jill Fannin – JAMS\nTamara Lange\, Esq. – JAMS\n\nModerated by \n\nKarman Guadagni & Valerie Rose\n\nLocation:\nJAMS\n2 Embarcadero Center\, 15th Floor \nCost:\n$0 Members │ $25 Non-Members
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/how-to-be-a-better-ally-the-importance-of-using-women-mediators/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240810T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240715T225605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T225605Z
UID:3697-1723280400-1723309200@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:2024 Employment Mediation Institute: Mediating Outside the Lines
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nTired of the same old mediation dance?  The Employment Mediation Institute 2024 will challenge you to step outside of the lines and explore unconventional alternatives. This half-day virtual program features a number of experts and trendsetters in our field.  We’ll start the day by challenging the notion of traditional methods of distributive bargaining that most of us learned in mediation training as the only way to mediate successfully.  Then\, we’ll hear from a panel of experts on fresh ways to address some of employment mediation’s most complex problems\, and we will close the day with the latest California employment law updates\, featuring perspectives from both sides of the bar. \nSpeaker:  \n\nPhyllis Cheng\, Esq. – ADR Services\, Inc.\nStacie Feldman Hausner\, Esq. – ADR Services\, Inc.\n\nLocation:\nVirtual \nCost:\nSCMA Member: $89.00 │ Non-Member: $125.00
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/2024-employment-mediation-institute-mediating-outside-the-lines/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240827T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240827T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240815T190504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T190504Z
UID:3732-1724760000-1724763600@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Dismissed with Prejudice: A Discussion on Juror Age Considerations in Jury Selection
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nSF ABOTA Dismissed with Prejudice: A Discussion on Juror Age Discriminations in Jury Selection \nSpeakers:  \n\nHon. Evelio Grillo (Ret.) – ADR Services\, Inc.\nHon. Robert McGuiness (Ret.)\nAaron Abott\nBryan Edelman\n\nCo-Chairs: Deborah Bjonerud and David Depolo \nLocation:\nZoom Webinar\n \nCost:\n$0 – Free Program Open to All but Registration Required
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/dismissed-with-prejudice-a-discussion-on-juror-age-considerations-in-jury-selection/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240829T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240829T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240702T221531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T210135Z
UID:3686-1724932800-1724936400@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Family Meeting: Strategies in Family Law Mediation and Settlement
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nJoin us for this engaging panel discussion focused on enhancing your family law practice through advanced mediation and settlement techniques. This program is designed for family law attorneys seeking to optimize their strategies and make the most effective use of their time with neutrals. Led by moderator Alice Cheng of Candelaria LLP\, our experienced panelists David Fink\, Hon. Leslie Landau\, and Hon. Anita Santos will discuss mediation\, private judging\, and how to make the most of each. From choosing the right type of session\, to effectively using experts\, our speakers will provide insight into their unique settlement styles. Make sure to stay till the end where they will also discuss trends in family law\, and give insight into some of the most challenging cases they’ve settled. \nSpeakers:  \n\nDavid Fink\, Esq. – ADR Services\, Inc.\nHon. Leslie Landau – ADR Services\, Inc.\nHon. Anita Santos – ADR Services\, Inc.\n\nModerated by Alice Cheng – Candelaria LLP \nLocation:\nWebinar\n \nCost:\n$0 – Complimentary Program \nWritten Materials
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/family-meeting-strategies-in-family-law-mediation-and-settlement/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240830T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240830T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240715T230139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T230227Z
UID:3699-1725008400-1725013800@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Implicit Bias and the Elimination of Bias
DESCRIPTION:Speaker:  \n\nGeri Green\, ADR Services\, Inc.\nHon. Kevin Brazile\, Los Angeles Superior Court\nHon. Halim Dhanidina (Ret.)\, Signature Resolution\n\nLocation:\nWynn Las Vegas \nCost:\nFull Conference Cost: $1\,030.00 for Non-Member
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/implicit-bias-and-the-elimination-of-bias/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240904T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240808T141937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T142356Z
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SUMMARY:Mediation 101: How Do I Prepare for My Mediation?
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nLearn from skilled mediators\, how to prepare for your Mediation. Tips & tricks to facilitate case resolution. Reception & refreshments following the program at ADR Services\, Inc.’s 100 First Street office\, 27th Floor in San Francisco. \nSpeakers:  \n\nGeri Green– Mediator\, ADR Services\, Inc.\nS. Lucia Kanter St Amour – Mediator\nJill Kopeikin – ADR Program Director\, USDC Northern District\n\nModerated by Kaelyn Romey \nLocation:\nADR Services\, Inc.\n100 First Street\, 27th Floor\nSan Francisco\, CA 94105 \nCost:\n$0 – suggested donation $20
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/mediation-101-how-do-i-prepare-for-my-mediation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240904T233450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T233512Z
UID:3757-1726056000-1726059600@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Free Webinar: The Third Annual Judicial Advisors Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nPlease join us for the Third Annual CLA Litigation Section Judicial Advisors Roundtable. This program will feature the following high-profile jurists who serve as judicial advisors to the CLA Litigation Section. \nSpeaker:\nHon. Elizabeth Feffer (Ret.) \nLocation:\nWebinar \nCost:\nComplimentary
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/free-webinar-the-third-annual-judicial-advisors-roundtable/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240912T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240912T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240814T173610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T175117Z
UID:3730-1726150500-1726155000@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Maximizing Membership: Harnessing the Full Power of Professional Memberships
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nThis panel will explore strategic approaches to choosing professional organization membership. We will discuss how to carefully select associations that align with your career goals and industry focus. We’ll delve into methods for fully utilizing membership benefits\, from networking opportunities to continuing education and leadership roles. Ultimately\, attendees will gain insights on how to transform memberships from passive affiliations into powerful tools for connection\, career advancement and professional growth. \nSpeakers:\nModerator: \n\nKimberly Best\, Best Conflict Solutions\n\nPanelists \n\nKaren Beutler\, Vice President\, JAMS\nTodd Drucker\, Vice President\, Business Development\, Miles Mediation and Arbitration\nChelsea Mangel\, Director of Market Development\, ADR Services\, Inc.\nJeff Zaino\, Vice President\, AAA\, ICDR\n\nLocation:\nWebinar \nCost:\nFull Conference Cost $499 for Non-Members
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/maximizing-membership-harnessing-the-full-power-of-professional-memberships/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240913T141000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240913T151000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240904T215727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T215830Z
UID:3755-1726236600-1726240200@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Inside the Capitol: Interactive Conversation with Sen. Henry Stern on California Lawmaking
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nPlease join Henry Stern\, California State Senator and environmental lawyer\, for a conversation about making statewide environmental policy. The Chair of the Joint Committee on Climate Change Policies\, Sen. Stern will lead an interactive conversation with Gideon Kracov\, Mediator at ADR Services\, Inc. and Boardmember California Air Resources Board and South Coast Air Quality Management District\, about the outlook for California environmental policymaking in 2025. Sen. Stern will discuss his previous legislative work on climate change risk disclosure\, renewable energy\, and building decarbonization and explain the critical role of law students and clinic research. Sen. Stern\, a former environmental policy staffer to Sen. Fran Pavley (ret.)\, will also provide insights on careers in the Legislature and how to work in Sacramento. \nSpeaker:  \n\nGideon Kracov\, Esq. – Boardmember California Air Resources Board and South Coast Air Quality Management District\, Mediator at ADR Services\, Inc.\nHenry Stern\, California State Senate\, Chair\, Joint Committee on Climate Change Policies\n\nLocation:\nTenaya Lodge\, Yosemite
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/inside-the-capitol-interactive-conversation-with-sen-henry-stern-on-california-lawmaking/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240918T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240918T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240612T154145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T231948Z
UID:3659-1726660800-1726664400@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Mediating Trust & Estate Disputes: Preparation
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nSet the stage for a successful mediation in trust & estate disputes. In this program our speakers\, seasoned mediators themselves\, will discuss key elements to prepare your client\, yourself\, and your mediator for a successful session that will result in a binding agreement. This program is part 1 of a 2 part series on mediation of trust & estate disputes. \nSpeaker:  \n\nBette Epstein\, Esq. – ADR Services\, Inc.\nHon. James Gray – ADR Services\, Inc.\nHon. Jamoa Moberly – ADR Services\, Inc.\n\nLocation:\nWebinar\n \nCost:\n$0 – Complimentary Program \nHandout Materials
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/mediating-trust-estate-disputes-preparation/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240906T193654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T195038Z
UID:3759-1726763400-1726768800@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:How to be Effective at Mediations: Maximizing Value and Getting Resolution
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nLearn from active mediators and practitioners\, howe to be effective at mediations. This event will be hybrid\, with both virtual and in-person attendance. Food and beverages will be provided. \nSpeaker:\nHon. Nancy Zeltzer (Ret.) – ADR Services\, Inc. \nLocation:\nHybrid Event\nUniversity La Verne School of Law\n320 E D St. Ontario\, CA 91764\n& Virtual \nCost:\n$0 – Complimentary Program
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/how-to-be-effective-at-mediations-maximizing-value-and-getting-resolution/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240825T162637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T162637Z
UID:3746-1726826400-1726830000@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Legal and Practical Issues Impacting Settlement in Employment Cases
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nMark your calendar for a full day of insightful discussions at the 2024 Labor & Employment Law Symposium\, hosted by the Orange County Bar Association’s Labor & Employment Law Section. This in-person event\, held on Friday\, September 20\, 2024\, at the Western State College of Law in Irvine\, CA\, offers 6.0 CLE credits\, including specialized sessions on civility\, ethics\, and bias elimination. Engage with distinguished judges and top legal professionals\, deepen your understanding of critical labor and employment law issues\, and network with peers over breakfast\, lunch\, and a reception. \nSpeaker:\nMike Balmages\, Eq. \nLocation:\nWestern State College of Law – Irvine\n1 Banting\nIrvine\, CA 92618 \nCost: Full Conference\nOCBA Member $100 │Non-Member $225
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/legal-and-practical-issues-impacting-settlement-in-employment-cases/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240815T195817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T212706Z
UID:3736-1727265600-1727269200@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Mediation Bootcamp Series Part 1: Nuts & Bolts
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nJoin us for this instructional Mediation Bootcamp Series designed to provide legal professionals with a comprehensive understanding of and introduction to the mediation process. Part 1 will cover the role of mediation in litigation\, key distinctions between mediation and settlement conferences\, and the critical elements of confidentiality and mediator conduct under California law. With a focus on practical information\, participants will learn how to effectively prepare for mediation\, select the right mediator\, and navigate challenges during the process. The program will also offer practical guidance on drafting settlement agreements and ensuring successful resolutions. Whether you’re new to mediation or looking to refine your skills\, this bootcamp is essential for mastering the art of dispute resolution. Also register for Part 2\, which will include a practical demonstration of mediation in action! \nSpeakers:  \n\nPeter Linn\, Esq. – ADR Services\, Inc.  \nBill Munoz\, Esq. – Freeman Mathis & Gary LLP\nCourtney O’Brien –  Oakland City Attorney’s Office\n\nLocation:\nZoom Webinar\n \nCost:\n$0 – Complimentary Program \nHandout Materials >>>
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/mediation-bootcamp-series-part-1-nuts-bolts/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240926T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240926T114500
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240815T220112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T220155Z
UID:3738-1727347500-1727351100@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Dos and Don’ts in Mediation of Individual Cases
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nSave the date for the 2024 ACBA Labor and Employment Symposium: Litigating and Mediating Employment Disputes. In this mediation focused program\, panelists will talk about the top 10 things lawyers and mediators do to undermine successful mediation – and how to avoid them! \nSpeaker:  \n\nHon. Paul Beeman (Ret.) – ADR Services\, Inc.\n\nLocation:\nWebinar\n \nCost:\nFull Conference cost ACBA Members: Free │Non Members: $300
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/dos-and-donts-in-mediation-of-individual-cases/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241002T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240612T155205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T232046Z
UID:3661-1727870400-1727874000@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Mediating Trust & Estate Disputes: Mediation Session
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nWhat does the day of mediation look like in a trust & estate dispute? How do you negotiate with challenging opposing counsel\, or bridge impasse? How do you overcome a stalemate late in the day and ensure that a resolution is reached? Tune in to this program to hear from experienced and effective mediators who navigate these exact situations regularly and learn how to resolve probate\, trust & estate disputes through mediation. This program is part 2 of a 2 part series on mediation of trust & estate disputes. \nSpeaker:  \n\nHon. Barbara Johnson – ADR Services\, Inc.\nBruce Ross\, Esq. – ADR Services\, Inc.\nHon. Marshall Whitley – ADR Services\, Inc.\n\nLocation:\nWebinar\n \nCost:\n$0 – Complimentary Program \nWritten Materials
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/mediating-trust-estate-disputes-mediation-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241009T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240904T153311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T153311Z
UID:3750-1728475200-1728478800@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:2024 Employment Law Legislative Update
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nThis panel of experienced practitioners will cover the most important new employment laws that should be on your radar. \nSpeaker:  \n\nPhyllis Cheng\, Esq. – ADR Services\, Inc.\nPascal Benyamini\, Esq. – Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP\nRamit Mizrahi\, Esq. – Mediator\n\nLocation:\nWebinar \nCost:\nNon-Member $75.00 │Member $55.00
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/2024-employment-law-legislative-update/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241009T131500
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240918T225401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T225401Z
UID:3773-1728475200-1728479700@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Environmental Dispute Resolution Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nThis webinar will cover settlement tips from top environmental lawyers and mediators on how to resolve environmental matters including CERCLA\, Clean Water Act\, CEQA and water rights. Topics will include statutory ADR rules in environmental cases\, and interactive dialogue on settlement strategies on issues such as: timing\, mediator selection\, negotiation principles\, insurance\, injunctive relief\, attorneys’ fees\, and preparation and management of the ADR session. \nSpeakers: \n\nGideon Kracov – ADR Services\, Inc.\nEleanor Barr – Barr Mediation\nChris Guillen – Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck LLP\nErin Poppler – Edlin Gallagher Huie + Blum\n\nLocation:\nWebinar \nCost:\n$68.75 Members │ $93.75 Non-Members
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/environmental-dispute-resolution-strategies/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095227
CREATED:20240716T211325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T191539Z
UID:3702-1728561600-1728565200@www.adrservices.com
SUMMARY:Surprise! How to Avoid Employment Mediation Rabbit Holes
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nListen to these panelists share their experiences in managing the unexpected while keeping the mediation on track and moving toward settlement. \nSpeakers:  \n\nLynne S. Bassis\, Esq.  – ADR Services\, Inc.\nYoung W. Ryu\, Esq. – LOYR\, APC\nJackie Harding\, Esq.  – Wilson Elser\n\nLocation:\nWebinar\n \nCost:\n$0 – Complimentary \nHandout Materials
URL:https://www.adrservices.com/cle/surprise-how-to-avoid-employment-mediation-rabbit-holes/
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