This instructional Mediation Bootcamp Series is 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. Part 2 will include a practical demonstration of mediation in action!
Part 2 of our Mediation Bootcamp Series will consist of a practical demonstration of mediation in action. Our panelists, plaintiff’s counsel Bill Munoz, defense counsel Courtney O’Brien, and mediator Peter Linn will mediate this employment dispute and you the audience can decide: should they take the settlement or not?
Kari Jones, a 38-year-old divorced mother of two, worked as an account manager for MerchCo for four years, receiving pay raises and merit bonuses for three of those years. During her fourth year, her male supervisor, Mike, disciplined her for excessive absences, placed her on a performance plan, and denied her a raise or bonus. Kari alleges that Mike, who has been with the company for ten years, made unwelcome sexual advances, which she ignored. She claims that after rejecting his advances, Mike retaliated by using her absences as grounds for discipline. Although an independent investigation uncovered a suggestive email from Mike, no further evidence supported her claims, and the case was closed without action. Kari subsequently resigned and is now suing MerchCo and Mike for constructive termination, hostile work environment, sexual harassment, and retaliation.
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