All posts by Instant Mediations
The Most Common Contractual Mistakes EPISODE 7: Not Addressing Events of Force Majeure
Business attorney Federico Vasoli of Dmtvglobal.com together with Natalia of OlowskaPierre.com discuss in a YouTube video the role of the Force Majeure clauses in contracts, how it works, why you put it into your contract and what it can do for you when you have it. With more and more […]
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Bankruptcy Mediation: A Conversation With Sylvia Mayer
Sylvia Mayer at SMayerLaw.com joined Mac and Natalia to discuss bankruptcy mediations. See it on YouTube.
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The Most Common Contractual Mistakes: EPISODE 5 A Quick Look at Agency Agreements
Federico Vasoli discusses starts with the catch-word “agent”and goes into defining the legal meaning of it within the EU legal framework as well as domestic laws. In the European Union, where commercial agents are the object of a famous directive, he explains what a European Union directive and goes to […]
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ANNOUNCEMENT: October 2, 2021 LIVE EVENT “10 QUALITIES NEEDED TO RECONNECT WITH FAMILY – A CONVERSATION WITH BRETT LOVETT”
After witnessing loss and lockdowns from the pandemic, many people around the world began reexamining their relationships. In the new-normal after our global trauma, many began searching for ways to reconnect with family and rebuild their relationships, because as many have realized, life indeed is short and precious. What may […]
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The Most Common Contractual Mistakes: EPISODE 4 Smart Contracts – What is So Smart About Them?
Federico Vasoli of DMTVGlobal.com discusses smart contracts with Mac and Natalia. Don’t forget to watch the video on YouTube.
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The Mind and Body in Conflict Resolution With Julia Morelli
Mediators, especially mediators who handle emotionally heavy cases, need to take care of themselves emotionally. A mediator cannot effectively help disputing parties facing difficulty, if they do not take care of themselves first. Little focus goes into mediator well-being. In this recording, Julia Morelli of HolisticSolutionsInc.org explains the connection between […]
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The Most Common Contractual Mistakes EPISODE 2 Choosing the Wrong Jurisdiction
Listen below or watch on YouTube Federico Vasoli of dmtvglobal.com discuss with Mac and Natalia of InstantMediations why it’s important to choose the correct jurisdiction for business contracts. Choosing correct governing laws, addressing conflict of laws, and confirming ahead what arbitration organization the parties will attend in case of disputes, […]
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The Most Common Contractual Mistakes EPISODE 1: Not Having a Valid and Enforceable Contract
Business lawyer Federico Vasoli of Dmtvglobal.com launches his sub-series on contracts in business law with a discussion on the common mistake of lacking a valid or enforceable contract. Watch on YouTube. Learn: -why many businesses do not have valid and enforceable agreements in place; -how proper agreements are worth the […]
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Truancy Mediation – What’s That With Guest Danette Ross Watson
Danette Ross Watson of West Texas Community Mediation Center in Big Spring, TX, joined Fran Brochstein of Familylaw4u.com, and Mac and Natalia of OPLawyers.org and InstantMediations.com, to discuss school truancy mediation. When a child is absent from school too often, that child will suffer academically in ways that hurt their […]
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Dispute Resolution Through Grassroots Mediation
This episode (catch on YouTube) features Thomas G. Giglione (Mediation.vn & Vietnamadr.com) and Hoa Thi Kim Nguyen, the Vice Director of the Hanoi-based Microfinance and Community Development Institute (MACDI – macdivn.org) and their discussion with Mac Pierre-Louis (instantmediations.com & oplawyers.org) regarding the work they’re doing in Vietnam involving grassroots mediations. […]
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“DEFERENCE” – The Qualities Needed To Re-Connect With Family
Mediator Brett Lovett, of Familyreconcile.com, joins mediators Mac and Natalia of OPLawyers.org, to discuss “deference to others” as a quality individuals need to practice to reduce conflict and live in harmony. Relationships, whether they be in the family, workplace, or in society at large, can be challenging, especially after the […]
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Listening (Effectively) Online: More Tips for Mediators With Daniel Rainey
Daniel Rainey of Holistic Solutions, Inc., talks about effective listening for mediators and parties at mediations, including noticing the filters we all have that impact what we hear when someone speaks. Learn on how to listen effectively by listening actively, especially in the online environment.
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Mediation for Non-Lawyers (PRO SE’s)
Tye Bourdony connects with Mac and Natalia to discuss mediation as it relates to pro se individuals, that is mediation participants who are no represented by lawyers. Visit cfmediationcenter.com to connect with Tye. Connect with Tye Bourdony at cfmediationcenter.com
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A Mediator’s Post Pandemic Marketing Toolbox
Veteran mediator and mediator trainer Thomas G. Giglione of VietnamADR.com and Mediation.vn discusses mediation marketing on the Lawyers & Mediators International Show & Podcast.
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Remembering to be Human When Communicating Using Technology
Daniel Rainey of Holistic Solutions, Inc., an expert on communications theory and effective uses of technology discusses how not to overlook the human aspect when communicating on tools like Zoom, especially when engaging in online dispute resolution.
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Mediations In the Times of Pandemic
APRIL 2021 – Three prominent mediator trainers from Florida, Virginia, and Vietnam, joined Instant Mediations to discuss the changes that have occurred in the filed of mediations specifically and alternative dispute resolution in general, as well as the changes that continue to occur due to the pandemic-induced lockdowns that still […]
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THOMAS G. GIGLIONE (SOUTHEAST ASIA)
Thomas G. Giglione is a mediator trainer, speaker, and advisor the InstantMediation.com. Based in Vietnam, Thomas handles various forms of mediation and has particular focus in disputes involving blockchain technology, crypto-currencies, and NTFs. Continue reading profile on mediator map…
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DANIELLE COMEAUX (TEXAS)
Attorney Danielle Comeaux offers professional mediation services to individuals & companies. Continue reading profile on mediator map…
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Texas
General Overview of Mediations in Texas Texas mediations involve mediators helping parties resolve disputed claims in many various areas of areas. Whether the issues deal with family, probate, insurance, or personal injury, or it’s related to basic civils cases involving contracts or real property, Texas mediators help resolve an infinite […]
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DANIEL RAINEY (VIRGINIA & DC)
Daniel is currently serving as the editor-in-chief of the International Journal of Online Dispute Resolution, and he is working with Ethan Katsh and Mohamed Abdel-Wahab on the second edition of ODR Theory and Practice. Continue reading profile on mediator map…
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DANETTE ROSS WATSON (TEXAS)
Founder and president of Solomon’s Way ADR Services, Danette has practiced in the field of ADR for nearly 25 years. Most recently she founded and serves as the Executive Director of the West Texas Community Mediation Center in Big Spring, Howard County, Texas. Continue reading profile on mediator map…
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Kimberly Barahona
BARAHONA CONSULTING & MEDIATIONSTART MEDIATIONAbout Me: Kimberly Barahona believes in the process of mediation as a powerful tool to assist families, individuals and organizations resolve disputes through facilitated communications. Ms. Barahona approaches each mediation with an open mind. As a neutral third party, she helps clients find solutions that fit [...] Read more
FRAN BROCHSTEIN (TEXAS)
A family law litigation attorney since 1991, Fran Brochstein has helped thousands of parties over the years, both in the courtroom in her days as a staff lawyer with the Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program, and outside the courtroom as a mediation expert. Continue reading profile on mediator map…
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MARIANNA TARZIA (ARGENTINA)
The founder of Grupo Negociar, Marianna handles virtual mediations assisting mediation parties in English and Spanish. Continue reading profile on mediator map…
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TYE BOURDONY (TEXAS)
Tye Bourdony is now the Director and Primary Mediation Trainer for The Mediation Center of Central Florida Inc., and upon graduating law school in 2010, was hired as the staff mediator in the Osceola County Ninth Judicial Circuit Courthouse. Continue reading profile on mediator map…
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Traci Ahart (TEXAS)
From the courtroom to the mediation room, Traci Ahart of Hell on Heels Mediation has done it all. Ranked as one of the most in-demand mediators throughout Southeast Texas… Continue reading profile on mediator map…
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DR. BARBARA MANOUSSO (TEXAS)
Since 1993, Dr. Barbara Sunderland Manousso, a Texas Credentialed Distinguish Mediator and CEO of Manousso Mediation and Arbitration, LLC., has received countless awards and organizational affiliations, and has trained thousands of mediators and arbitrators. Continue reading profile on mediator map…
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Dr. Ewa Kosowska-Korniak
Dr. Ewa Kosowska-KorniakSTART MEDIATIONAbout Me: I am passionate about mediation, and indulging in good conversation. I am attentive to other people. My aim is to inspire others to work on themselves and their relationships with the environment. I am a trainer of the psychosocial skills workshop – and have a [...] Read more
Donna Ross
Donna Ross, LL.M., FCIArb, PRISTART MEDIATIONAbout Me: I am an LIV-accredited specialist mediator, arbitrator and commercial lawyer with extensive experience in alternative dispute resolution across several continents. I advise and represent clients in contract and settlement negotiations, teach dispute resolution and negotiation, in addition to serving as a neutral in [...] Read more
NATALIA OLOWSKA-CZAJKA (POLAND & Florida)
Devoted to Family Law for the past 15 years, focusing on its international aspects and cross-border, multicultural and bilingual mediation,…Continue reading profile on mediator map…
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MAC-ARTHUR PIERRE-LOUIS (TEXAS & FLORIDA)
I am an 12-year attorney practicing law with extensive courtroom experience and a tested mediator passionate about help clients resolve their disputes outside of court. Having worked with the Texas Office of the Attorney General Child Support Division…Continue reading profile on mediator map
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