ODR TRACK 2021: How to educate about e-justice/ODR   29 November 2021 4pm CET (Prague, Czechia) –  9pm CET (Prague, Czechia)   Current best practices of e-justice/ODR trainings for judges, panelists, mediators, adjudicators, court managers and students.   Co-Chairs: Alberto Elisavetsky, Pavel Loutocky, Zbynek Loebl   Free Attendance; Link to the ODR Track sessions will […]

If you have ever wondered how your Facebook sends items to your feed you’ll some interesting data in this article:     https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/interactive/2021/how-facebook-algorithm-works/

Prix d’excellence regional Lionel J. McGowan : L’Institut d’Arbitrage et de Médiation du Canada (IAMC) annonce que deux personnes exceptionnelles recevront cette année le prix régional Lionel J. McGowan. Ce prix est remis tous les ans à une personne qui a fait une importante contribution à la promotion et au développement de la PRD au […]

The Ethics of Online Mediation May 12, 2022 2:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM CT / 12:00 PM MT / 11:00 AM PT Register here This program considers how mediator ethics applies when we mediate online. The online forum brings unique considerations to ethical basics – including competency and confidentiality. The program will also present […]

The article  » Online dispute resolution promises to increase access to justice, but challenges remain » can be found at: https://www.abajournal.com/magazine/article/online-dispute-resolution-promises-to-increase-access-to-justice-but-challenges-remain/

https://odr.info/cyberweek-2021/   October 31-November 6, 2021 All times US Eastern   Sunday October 31   Power of Mediation with Smartsettle ONE (Graham Ross, Ernest Thiessen, Carissa Boynton, and Peter Holt). Enroll for a week-long event at the International eNegotiation Exhibition and join « Smartsettle ONE at Cyberweek. » You will participate in a contest of asynchronous collaborative […]

CRITIQUE LITTÉRAIRE Comparative Dispute Resolution Maria Federica Moscati, Michael Palmer et Marian Roberts, éd., Edward Elgar Publishing, 2020. 608 pages. ISBN 978-1-78643-302-2 320,00 $ CAN.1 Une critique par : Colm Brannigan, LL.M. (PRD), Méd.A, Arb.A, IMI Cert., FCIArb Ce volume de la série Research Handbooks in Comparative Law constitue une contribution appréciable et opportune à [...]

CRITIQUE LITTÉRAIRE Arbitrage international et droit de l’Union européenne Jose Rafael Mata Dona et Nikos Lavranos, éd. Edward Elgar Publishing, 2021. 616 pages. ISBN 978-1-78897-399-1 Une critique de : Joel Richler Dans l’avant-propos de ce recueil de chapitres rédigés individuellement sur l’interconnexion de l’arbitrage international et du droit de l’Union européenne, l’éminent arbitre international Charles [...]

CRITIQUE LITTÉRAIRE Mediating High Conflict Disputes A Breakthrough Approach with Tips and Tools and the New Ways for Mediation™ Method Bill Eddy, travailleur social clinicien autorisé, Me, et Michael Lomax, J.D. Unhooked Books, 2021 ISBN (format imprimé) : 978-1950057214 ISBN (format numérique) : 978-1950057573 Numéro de contrôle de la Library of Congress : 2021937936 Une critique de : [...]

  Arbitration and Insolvency Law: Supreme Court of Canada to Consider Whether a Receiver is Bound by an Arbitration Agreement   By Jessica L. Cameron and Jack R. Maslen On June 10, 2021, the Supreme Court of Canada granted leave to appeal from the decision of the Court of Appeal for British Columbia in Petrowest […]

  Report Released by the Toronto Commercial Arbitration Society Proposes a Single new act for Arbitration in Ontario   By Bruno Savoie and Hugh Meighen The final report of the Arbitration Act Reform Committee presents a potential new framework for arbitration in Ontario. The report recommends replacing the current two arbitration statutes in Ontario with […]

  La médiation organisationnelle (sociale et collective), du règlement amiable de conflit à la régulation des relations sociales en entreprise ?   Par Céline Carrier La médiation est fondamentalement un processus de communication basé sur trois éléments essentiels : l’accord sur le(s) désaccord(s), la pratique de la communication non violente et la gestion des émotions. […]

  High-Speed Real Time Arbitration   By Richard W. Pound, Q.C., Ad.E. Disputes arising during the Olympic Games are handled by the expedited processes of the ad hoc Division of the Court of Arbitration for Sport and its experienced arbitrators. Read on for an overview of this unique arbitral body and the way it handles […]

  Nouvelles modifications au Code canadien du travail concernant le harcèlement et la violence en milieu de travail sous réglementation fédérale   Par Me Robert Néron, Arb.A, Méd.B, LL. B., LL. M. Le 1er janvier 2021, le Règlement sur le harcèlement et la prévention de la violence au travail qui se trouve dans la Partie […]

https://cyberspace.muni.cz/programme/odr-track-2021-how-to-educate-about-e-justiceodr-special-track   29 November 2021 4pm CET (Prague, Czechia) –  9pm CET (Prague, Czechia) – Preliminary programme: How to educate about e-justice/ODR ethics? (Leah Wing, Amy Schmitz) How to train judiciary about internet and online communication skills? (Alberto Elisavetsky) How to train judges and court officers of a new New York online court in e-justice/ODR? […]

  Online Dispute Resolution—Theory and Practice: A Treatise on Technology and Dispute Resolution 2nd edition   Book Launch Panel Discussion: 9/22/21 @ noon EDST Hosted by the National Center for Technology and Dispute Resolution (NCTDR) https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/97499531967       Editors Panel Discussion Ethan Katsh, Dir., NCTDR & co-author, Digital Justice: Technology and the Internet of […]

Dear ADRIC Clients, Committees, Partners and Service Providers, It is with a mix of sadness and gratitude that the Board of Directors announces Janet McKay`s departure as Executive Director of The ADR Institute of Canada, effective November 1st, 2021. Janet has played a critical role in the development and success of the organization, and while […]

LAW https://www.lawgazette.co.uk/law/jr-bill-boosts-online-courts-agenda/5109311.article?utm_source=gazette_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Solicitor+judge+crisis+%7c+HMCTS+urged+to+share+more+data+%7c+Virtual+interviews_07%2f22%2f2021 JR bill boosts online courts agenda By Michael Cross21 July 2021   Powers to require certain types of civil proceedings to commence in online courts would be created under a little-noticed Chapter 2 of the Judicial Review and Courts Bill introduced to parliament by the lord chancellor today. The measures appear to revive those lost when […]

The Second Edition of Online Dispute Resolution – Theory and Practice has been published. Graham Ross, of the UK, one of the Pioneers of ODR states in a post: For those of my colleagues in mediation and arbitration who are still labouring under the misapprehension that using Zoom is all you need to know about […]

ICC ARBITRATION AND ADR COMMISSION | View in the web browser INTERNATIONAL COURT OF ARBITRATION® LEADING DISPUTE RESOLUTION WORLDWIDE ICC COMMISSION ON ARBITRATION & ADR Take a 15-minute survey on the use of IT in international arbitration Dear colleague,   What has been your experience with technology tools in international arbitration over the past three years? Have tech tools […]

The New Zealand Citizen Advice Bureaux has compiled an interesting report on how certain members in society are excluded from mainstream digital inclusion.  This report has implications for ODR practitioners.  While Canada has high computer and smart phone penetration, access to these technologies, and broadband internet access still is problematic for some in Canadian society. […]

Many of you know that the ABA DR Tech Expo is going on July 12-16 with the primary focus on educating practitioners on how to effectively use ODR technologies ( www.ambar.org/drtechexpo ). As part of this effort, ICODR is sponsoring an ODR Platform Playoff where professionals and students from around the world can compete in 3 small negotiations using 3 different […]

And it’s official – the report is posted at https://www.ncsc.org/__data/assets/pdf_file/0022/65641/ODR-Evaluation-Performance-Measure-Framework.pdf. I drafted the following marketing blurb for the SJI newsletter. NCSC Releases Evaluation and Performance Measures Framework for Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) Programs In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, state courts accelerated efforts to implement online dispute resolution (ODR) programs that offer litigants a software […]

Dear friends and colleagues,   The Council of Europe –which has the European Court of Human Rights covering 47 member countries, including the EU, Rusia and Turkey– issued yesterday Guidelines (and an Explanatory Memorandum) for the use of ODR in civil and administrative court proceedings. Here is the link https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/online-dispute-resolution-in-civil-and-administrative-court-proceedings-new-guidelines   And their blurb:  These guidelines, […]

Le ministère de la Justice Canada continue d’élaborer des cours de formation en ligne, du matériel de formation professionnelle et des ressources de vulgarisation et d’information juridiques sur les récentes modifications apportées à la législation fédérale en matière de droit de la famille Plus…

https://www.legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/robot-mediator-settles-first-ever-court-case   Robot mediator settles first ever court case 19 February 2019 Posted by Nick Hilborne Ross: The system uses algorithms to help parties avoid the negotiation dance A ‘robot mediator’ has been used to settle a dispute in the court system, for what is believed to be the first time. The online tool, which uses […]

  Practical Suggestions From the Trenches for Trusts and Estates Mediations   By Jeffrey N. Thom, Q.C., and edited by Amanpreet Sran In this article, the author discusses the suitability of mediation as a very effective dispute resolution tool in litigation involving wills, trusts and estates. Mediation can resolve even the most emotion-filled disputes. The […]

  A Primer for Young Counsel – Do’s and Don’ts for Your First Arbitration   By Radu Pirvulescu As junior counsel, you may have several questions about your first arbitration – What should I expect from an arbitration? How does it differ from litigation? How does it feel to arbitrate? How does one conduct an […]

  I Miss ODR   By Marc Bhalla, LL.M. (DR), C.Med, Q.Arb, MCIArb A long time advocate of online mediation reflects tongue-in-cheek on how it was viewed before the COVID-19 pandemic, considers how and why mediators have had to become acquainted with using technology in their work and expresses hope that the field will hold […]

  When Results Shouldn’t Matter: The Case Against Mediator Contingency Fees   By Mitchell Rose, C.Med In this article, Mitchell Rose makes a sound case against mediators charging contingency fees, even going so far as to suggest that they could lead to the regulation of the mediation profession. Notwithstanding professional ethics, Mitchell asserts that mediator […]

In keeping with the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) strategic priorities to ensure transparency, integrity and good governance at every level, the Federation has announced the formation of its new Ethics Commission with the first three members appointed. Following on from the adoption of a comprehensive Code of Ethics and Conduct, the CGF Ethics Commission is […]

https://mediate.com/youthvoicesinadr/index.cfm   Young Minds, Global Voices HOME SCHEDULE REGISTER PANELISTS VIDEOS  CONTACT Interactive online conference with ADR students/youth (17-29) from around the world Click here to REGISTER YOUNG MINDS, GLOBAL VOICES  Interactive online conference,  with ADR students/youth (17-29) around the world, Working together to Develop guidelines in 1) Diversity, 2) Technology, 3) Funding, 4) Training, 5) […]

reposted from and please follow the link to: https://www.livelaw.in/top-stories/online-dispute-resolution-odr-justice-chandrachud-virtual-hearing-niti-ayog-172444   Pushback Against ODR, Virtual Courts Based On Fear Of Unknown; Information Can Make TheTransition Easier: Justice DY Chandrachud by Mehal Jain  11 April 20  

Dr. Richard Beifuss was a Chartered Arbitrator and an ADRIC Correspondence Course in Arbitration instructor for many years. He so enjoyed working with the students and sharing his knowledge. He passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack on April 7, 2021. https://www.barkerfh.com/obituary/richard-beifuss

From April 12 – 16, 2021, over 20 Justicemakers will assemble at ODR Week 2021 to share their work on resolving disputes, outside of courts, collaboratively, and at scale. Join us to discover their journeys! Day 1: ODR Impact Story – Taking Lok Adalats Online April 12, 2021; 7:00-8:00pm This is an incredible story of […]

Repost of an article by Professor Susskind   COMMENT Video hearings have transformed courts but are not a panacea Remote hearings have boomed during the Covid pandemic, but further technological change is required for a sustainable future court system Richard Susskind Thursday April 01 2021, 12.01am, The Times Aquestion has been in the air about […]

Michael Wheeler, of MIT, who teaches with the Harvard Program on Negotiation has started a new blog, The Jazz of Negotiation, which can be found at: https://wheeler.substack.com/

Designing Ethical Online Dispute Resolution Systems: The Rise of the Fourth Party Leah Wing Janet Martinez Ethan Katsh Colin Rule First published: 03 January 2021 https://doi.org/10.1111/nejo.12350 Abstract As the pandemic forces public and private institutions to move online, many court and business leaders are looking to the field of online dispute resolution (ODR) for best […]

https://medium.com/gearmediatech/addressing-zoom-fatigue-a-professional-assessment-6935f36709c2 Addressing “Zoom Fatigue” — A Professional Assessment Alex Lindsay Follow Mar 15 · 9 min read The now popular “Nonverbal Overload: A Theoretical Argument for the Causes of Zoom Fatigue” by Jeremy N. Bailenson [Department of Communication, Stanford University], proposed a series of theoretical assertions based on past experimental work. Many outlets reported on this article given the esteemed […]

Abstract Online mediation meeting E4C March 17, 16.30-18.30 CET Given the worldwide pandemic, the use of online tools is very much in the picture. In the last E4C session, we focused on e-negotiation. Now we build further on this online aspect by looking at the mediation setting. We invite everyone with an interest in this topic to join! Advanced knowledge of (online) mediation is not necessary. We hope to welcome […]

The Neighbourhood Group (formerly St. Stephen’s Community House) wants to hear from people involved with Community Mediation across Canada. We’d like to hold a nation-wide meeting to compare our experiences and explore how we can better support each other. The National Association for Community Mediation (NAFCM) in the United States is also interested in connecting […]

Roger had a 24 year career with Sears Canada in human resources assignments, including Director of Human Resources. As a senior member of the HR management team, he participated in establishing, communicating and maintaining the corporate Human Resources strategic plan and was responsible for developing and implementing the HR strategy in the following business functions: […]

Regina-based mediator Sara Lambert says one of the benefits of early dispute resolution in family law matters is that it puts decisions in the hands of the people involved, and not a judge. Marriage breakdowns result in incredible stress for everyone in the family. They can also cause strain on the courts. A variety of […]

More than 100 people have been participating on Zoom for Day 2.  The presentations have been interesting and the information provided has been extremely timely and helpful. There are just a few presentations left this afternoon, if you have a chance, please login to participate http://odr.info/zoom  passcode: workitout  

  Investor State Mediation and the Singapore Convention   By Wolf von Kumberg This article discusses the use of mediation in investor state arbitration. While there was in the past a reluctance to use mediation in investor State disputes, things now seem to be changing, as evidenced by the proposed ICSID mediation rules, efforts by […]

  The Courts’ Decisions Concerning Their Own Virtual Hearings: “What is Good for the Goose…”   By Julie G. Hopkins During the COVID-19 pandemic, Canadian Courts have consistently ordered virtual hearings or remote questioning over a party’s objection. While recognizing that there are challenges resulting from proceeding virtually, the Courts have largely concluded that there […]

  Sports Arbitration in Canada   By David de Vlieger While sports arbitration has historically been a relatively niche practice area in Canada, there is a well-developed ADR system in place at the federal level. Recent developments suggest that there will be an increase in demand for mediation and arbitration in the Canadian sport system, […]

  Striking the Balance – UK Supreme Court Rules on an Arbitrator’s Duty of Disclosure   By Timothy St. John Ellam and Alison Bond The UK Supreme Court’s decision Halliburton Company (Appellant) v Chubb Bermuda Insurance Ltd (Formerly known as Ace Bermuda Insurance Ltd) (Respondent) [2020] UKSC 48 provides much needed clarity about the circumstances […]

I am just delighted by two things today.  First, the presentations and discussion have been very interesting and informative.  If you are interested in participating in the later session today, or tomorrow’s session, please take a look at the previous post and checkout the agenda. The Forum is open to everyone, so no authentication is […]

Greetings, 2021 ODR Forum Registrants! Thank you for registering to attend the Virtual Forum on Online Dispute Resolution (ODR), happening this coming Monday and Tuesday, March 1-2, 2021 10am-1pm & 4pm-7pm (US) EST. The full agenda is here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bZggCBd_rN7XckE5YFQQ_hca0nOObppfN1yOhA9HlkE Day one will focus on a discussion of AI and ODR, and day two will focus […]