2022 Mentoring Academy for Certified Mediators

CLE Events

POSTPONED:

2022 MENTORING ACADEMY

FOR ATTORNEY-MEDIATORS

Originally scheduled for Sept. 30–Oct. 1, 2022,
this event is postponed due to the potential
effects of Hurrican Ian.

CARLTON FIELDS
4221 W. Boy Scout Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33607

Advanced mediation techniques to move your practice to the next level.
Certified mediators will share their expertise and practical insights.

REVIEWS FROM 2019

“Loved the round-robin demo. I really appreciated the real-time critique of techniques and styles.”

“This was an exceptional seminar. It provided a wealth of practical and effective tips and knowledge.”

“The mediation exercise was definitely more helpful than any lecture or presentation—excellent job.”

LEARN FROM THE PROS

Ready to advance your mediation practice?

Join us at the Mentoring Academy and expand your competency and experience.

Practice techniques and receive live, immediate feedback that will make you a better mediator.
Gain appropriate, ethical mediation techniques to address a complex litigation.
Advance your experience in handling hurdles that can appear in complex cases.
Improve how you handle openings in circumstances ranging from hostile to congenial—what to do and when.
Get pro tips on how to test party-imposed limitations without overstepping ethical boundaries.
Learn technology tips that can enhance your practice and improve your clients’ experiences.
Increase your statewide network of mentors and co-mediators.

Hosted by The Alternative
Dispute Resolution Section
of The Florida Bar

Originally scheduled for
Sept. 30–Oct. 1, 2022
CARLTON FIELDS
4221 W. Boy Scout Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33607

Course Number 5699
Credits:
General 11.5 CLE/Live CME
Ethics 1 CLE/CME
Technology 1 CLE
Professionalism 7.5 CLE/CME

Reserve rooms through
“The Florida Bar” room block:
AC Hotel by Marriott Tampa Airport
4020 W. Boy Scout Blvd., Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 350-4020

Faculty for the 2022 Mentoring Academy are among the most experienced mediators in Florida. Some work in large firms and others practice solo. Each is certified as a County, Circuit Civil or Family mediator.

2022 MENTORING ACADEMY SCHEDULE

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

1 PM—On-site registration opens

2 – 2:10 PM—Welcome and introductions: ADR Section Chair Kathy McLeroy with Academy Co-Chairs Chris Magee and John Salmon

2:10 – 2:55 PM—Mindfulness in Mediation: Patrick Russell

3 – 4:40 PM—Panel Discussion on Tailoring the Opening Statement: Panel members Art Garcia, Leslie Langbein, Harold Oehler

4:50 – 6 PM—Networking reception followed by dinner on your own

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1

8 AM—Registration; continental breakfast

8:30 AM—Welcome and Introductions

8:40 AM – 12:20 PM—Mediation Exercise

12:20 – 1:10 PM—Lunch (provided) All About the Clicks—Utilizing Technology in a Mediation Practice for Agreements, Marketing, Practice Administration and More: David Salmon and Christy Foley

1:10 – 1:20 PM—Break

1:20 – 3:40 PM—Participant Roundtables

3:40 – 4:30 PM—Wit and Wisdom—ADR Section Former Chairs Respond: Bob Cole, Karen Evans-Putney, Bob Hoyle, Chris Magee, Patrick Russell, Oscar Sanchez, Jake Schickel, Kim Torres

4:30 PM—Closing remarks, adjourn, participant evaluations of program