Events

A primary objective of ADR is not just having agreement but arriving at a "wise agreement"--one that meets the needs of the parties and promotes peace. Resolvers who utilize the fundamentals of conflict resolution in tandem with in-depth preparation establish optimal environments for wise agreements. In this dynamic session, participants explore preparation strategies designed to: build trust and gain buy-in from the parties; define issue(s) to keep sessions on track; analyze legal concerns; diagnose underlying sources of conflict(s); aid parties' in revealing their needs; identify parties' BATNAs and the Zone of Settlement; develop a targeted communication strategy that interrupts bias; recognize and address points of resistance; and memorialize agreements designed to ensure follow through.