Legal Dispute Mediation

Course Number:
Law 219M

Hours:
3

Course Type:
Upper-Level

Writing Requirement:
None

Skills Requirement?:
Yes

Final Exam?:
Yes

Description:
This course addresses the theory, law, and practice of mediation, primarily in the context of mediation of legal disputes, and includes substantial practical skills training. Particular emphasis is placed on the role of the mediator, but the roles of the parties and their attorneys are also addressed. Emphasis is also placed on communication skills and on negotiation theory and skills in the mediation context.

Related Courses:

If taken, the ADR survey course would best precede this course but is not a prerequisite.

Prerequisites:

Mandatory: None

Recommended: None

Instructor(s):
D. Phillips (Adjunct)

Semester(s):
Fall