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Melbourne, 9-11 September 2009

What topics, features or activities would you like at LEADR’s conference? Help us develop a powerful conference program.

What trends and directions do see you see emerging in ADR?  What are the opportunities and threats that we need to discuss? Conversation >>


An update on mediator immunity

Emma Matthews revisits the case for and against mediator immunity and its various forms. How does the current state of statutory immunity sit with a mooted general mediation law? >>


A right moment to mediate?

John McGruther explores when a matter should be mediated. >>


Benefits of agreeing to disagree

LEADR Fellow, Geoff Sharp and LEADR NZ Chair, Carol Powell share their wisdom about why people are turning to mediation in the current economic climate. >>

With thanks to The Dominion Post


NZ community mediation pilot

With LEADR NZ, the Waitakere Community Law Service has launched a pilot community mediation service – a first for New Zealand. >>


How do in-house counsel manage in volatile times?

Insights from Deloitte Forensic's in-house
counsel survey 2009. >>


Pathways to reconciliation

An excerpt from Kenneth Cloke's upcoming book: Conflict revolution: mediating
evil, war, injustice and terrorism. >>

With thanks to the University of Peace's Peace & Conflict Monitor


Mediators beyond borders congress report

Photos and updates on MBB's projects including The Liberian Initiative, Hurricane Katrina Project, The Zimbabwe Initiative, The Colombia Initiative, Kosovo & The Balkans, Nepal & Thailand, Ecuador and the Middle East Peace Initiatives. >>


Activating human rights and peace

Conference proceedings, with such topics as:

- Conflicting justice systems and the search for peace, justice and reconciliation in northern Uganda.

- Mediation, human rights and peacebuilding in the Asia-Pacific.

See all the articles.  >>


It's all your fault: 12 tips for managing people who blame others for everything

Bill Eddy's book alerts those working in all areas of dispute resolution to the personality traits of high conflict people. Written for those needing to understand people suffering personality disorders – their behavior and what drives them and how best to respond.

Free e-book to the first 1,000 customers >>


What makes a good mediator?

Read one of Mediate.com's most popular articles on the eight invaluable characteristics of a mediator. >>

With thanks to mediate.com


New certificate for FDRPs

From 1 March, FDRPs can issue a new certificate to cover the situation where a Practitioner decides during the course of the resolution process that it would be inappropriate to continue. >>


Is that a project in distress: Revisiting dispute resolution

Disputes arising out of construction and major projects are a commercial risk but how do parties identify and manage that risk? A team at Clayton Utz looks at the practical steps that can be taken. >>

With thanks to Insights


Aurora Native Title Internship Program

Applications are open for the Winter intake of legal students as interns at Native Title Representative Bodies and other organisations in indigenous affairs. >>

 

Legal updates

Can an order dismissing the plaintiff's motion be set aside and if so, can mediation be ordered? (NSW) >>

Is it appropriate to order a case to mediation when the parties are un represented and have little knowledge of court processes and rules? (ACT) >>

In what circumstances can a judgment be entered against directors in a case of a liquidated company? (FCA) >>

Thanks to Nicole Huggins, Jesse Kennedy and Hagen Jewell, Blake Dawson Litigation and Dispute Resolution team, for preparation of the Legal Updates.


LEADR launches 'Conversations'

In LEADR's new 'Conversations' web-area, members are conversing online. >>

You'll need the member password. Any problems, email leadr@leadr.com.au


FDRP: getting certified

Share your concerns, suggestions and ideas for achieving FDRP certification. Conversation >>


How to increase the use of ADR in civil matters

As a major stakeholder, LEADR is providing input to NADRAC on its most recent reference from the Attorney-General. LEADR wants to hear your views. Conversation >>


More than 70 people have their say on ADR in civil matters

The NSW Chapter meeting to provide input into LEADR's submission on the use of ADR in civil matters drew a large turn out. >>

Podcasts: The Hon Justice Murray Kellam, NADRAC Chair, and presentations from focus groups. >>


Conflict coaching accreditation

In its continued efforts to ensure quality ADR providers, LEADR is introducing an accreditation process for CINERGY® conflict coaches. For more info >>


Conflict coaching makes mediation more productive

Incorporating conflict coaching into your mediation practice in workplace disputes can result in parties being more able and willing to resolve their differences. Find out more about conflict coaching courses in Brisbane and Sydney. >>


Invite to participate in research

If you mediate disputes involving families from culturally diverse background, you are invited to participate in research aimed at developing culturally responsive family DR. >>


Discounts for LEADR members

15% on Collaborating Down Under conference, Sydney, 26-29 March. >>

<20% on University of Queensland workshops. Provide your membership number on the registration form. >>

10% Commercial ADR and litigation conference, Sydney, 15-17 June. Email leadr@leadr.com.au for registration code. >>

10% on Lexis Nexis' Legal skills in Brisbane and Melbourne:

- 22 July, Dispute resolution
- 29 July, Commercial negotiations
- 5 Aug, Mastering negotiation.


World Bank arm lifts ADR game

The International Finance Corporation, the World Bank's development arm has committed to develop best practice in setting up ADR projects worldwide. >>


Mediation targets London youth

Conflict resolution training moves into schools and youth organisations in London targeting anti-social behaviour, conflict and exclusion. Read about the Southwark Mediation Centre. >>


Arbitration in the EU under threat

The UK's Law Societies' Brussels Agenda reports that arbitration agreements could be severely hampered in the EU as a result of a recent judgment on the use of anti-suit clauses to restrain proceedings. >>

With thanks to Brussels Agenda


Mediation of Irish disputes to double

Attempts to resolve commercial disputes by mediation will double over the next year, as businesses seek a cheaper and faster alternative to litigation, according to a survey by the Irish Commercial Mediation Association (ICMA). >>

With thanks to The Sunday Business Post


Contributions for Update

If you have a contribution or ideas for Update, please contact us by the 7th of the month on leadr@leadr.com.au >>

 

March 2009 Issue

This version of Update is published with limited links to articles and podcasts. The complete version is only available to LEADR members.

 

To become a member >>

LEADR training & CPD

Basic CINERGY®
conflict coaching >>

Melbourne, Tues 21-24 Apr
Adelaide, Tues 5-8 May >>

Mediation "top up" training >>

Perth, Thurs 26 Mar
Melbourne, Wed 22 Apr
Darwin, Tues 7 May
Canberra, Thurs 21 May >>


LEADR Chapter events

LEADR NSW event
Family Court of AUstralia's view of mediation with The Hon Justice Peter Rose >>

Tues 24 March, 5.30-7.30pm

Deacons
225 George Street
SYDNEY

For more info >>

LEADR WA event
Mediation participation fishbowl >>

Wed 1 April, 5-7pm

Jackson McDonald
Level 25
140 St George's Terrace
PERTH

RSVP: by Fri 27 March to Constance on cbarboutis@jacmac.com.au

For more info >>

LEADR Vic event
Opportunities for mediators & facilitators in the family business sector with Jon Kenfield & Leon Levin >>

Tues 7 April, 5-7pm

Victorian County Court Facility
250 William Street
MELBOURNE

$20 LEADR members; $25 non-members

RSVP: Sally Wiencke by phone 0412 839164 or email sallywiencke@impaq.com.au

For more info >>

LEADR SA Event
Scenarios from the Coroner's Court with Carl Phillipson

Tues 5 May, 5.30-7.30pm

Courts Admin' Mediation Suite,
14-16 Grote Street
ADELAIDE
(Enter via Morialta Street, opposite Hilton Hotel)

Cost: $5 on the night

RSVP to leadr@leadr.com.au


Other State events

ACT: Mediation - How to build a successful practice with Scott Pettersson >>

Wed 25 March, 5.30-7.30pm

FYSHWICK

For more info >>

VIC: Makhampom's visual and theatre art approach to conflict resolution with Dr Richard Barber >>

Fri 3 April, 12.30-2pm

MELBOURNE

RSVP: n.balvin@uq.edu.au

For more info >>

VIC: The art of transformative peace with Susan Carew >>

17 April, 12-1pm

MELBOURNE

RSVP: n.balvin@uq.edu.au

For more info >>

NSW: Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Conference >>

Sat 2 May

SYDNEY

For more info >>

NSW: Kirribilli Practice Group practice session

Sun 3 May, 11am-3pm

KIRRIBILLI

Contact: Ann on 0409 601102 or ann@fieldhouse.com.au


Australasian conferences

Collaborating down under>>

26-29 March

SYDNEY
For more info >>

Commercial ADR & litigation avoidance >>

15-17 June

SYDNEY

10% discount for LEADR members. Email leadr@leadr.com.au for code

For more info >>

Non-adversarial justice: implications for the legal system >>

4-7 May 2010
MELBOURNE

Call for papers>>

Full list of conferences >>


University of Qld training 20% discount for members

Professional artistry in mediation >>

Brisbane, 28 March

Reduced fee, now $100.

More info >>

Conflict coaching in the Defence Forces >>

Melbourne, 31 March

More info >>

Advanced communication skills with Allan Parker >>

Brisbane, 15-17 April

More info >>

T: 03 9863 2600
acpacs.melbourne@ug.edu.au


Reduced sub for ADR Bulletin

To receive the 30% discount on your first year subscription and 10% on subsequent years, complete this form. >>

 

2009 LEADR 5 day
mediation workshop >>

Perth, Tues 24-28 Mar
Melbourne, Mon 20-24 Apr
Darwin, Tues 5-9 May
Canberra, Tues 19-23 May
Flyer & registration >>

New Zealand 5 day mediation workshop >>

Auckland, 31 Mar-4 Apr
Wellington, 16-20 June
Christchurch, 11-15 Aug

More info >>

   

International events

Mediation pedagogy conference >>

15-16 May 2009

Harvard Law School
Cambridge, USA

For more info >>

International World March for Peace and Nonviolence >>

2 Oct 2009 - 2 Jan 2010

Starting in New Zealand, ending in the Andes, Argentina.

For more info >>

Links to many of the articles and most podcasts are not available from this version of Update. The full version is only available to LEADR members. If you are a member and have not received this edition of Update, place call LEADR on 02 9251 3366, or email leadr@leadr.com.au

To become a member: download the membership form >>
Or to find out more about becoming a member, click here >>