Ethical and Effective Advocacy in Mediation (Virginia Approval for 2 Ethics Credits)

Join us as the Hon. James C. Clark (Ret.) and the Hon. Lisa Bondareff Kemler (Ret.) from The McCammon Group discuss ethical responsibilities regarding mediation, including competence, communication, scope of representation, and diligence. Topics include how you can best talk with your client about mediation and how to prepare yourself and your client for a productive and successful mediation session. The Judges will walk you through a mediation session, highlighting your ethical responsibilities regarding opening presentations, negotiations, and settlements.