Tools, Tips and Tactics for Online Mediation

Online mediation is the safer and convenient alternative for dispute resolution during COVID-19 social distancing times, but distancing online can lead to issues of privacy and confidentiality when the clients’ environment is out of the mediator’s control. This program will address the practical and ethical considerations for mediators and attorney participants when conducting online mediations. Our expert panelist will address: 

• Online mediation in the time of Coronavirus 
• Understanding the tools, platforms and key features for mediating safely 
• Developing mediation rapport through technology
• Maintaining confidentiality with technology
• Recording tools, smartphones, and other off-screen distractions
• Exploring creative outcomes and solutions remotely

 This program will examine the following ethics rules:

• ABA Model Rule 1.4 Communications
• ABA Model Rule 1.6 Confidentiality of Information

Presented by Todd C. Scott, VP Risk Management of Risk Management for Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company and Kristi Paulson, Esq. of Kristi Paulson Law.

One hour CLE credit (with 1.0 ethics hour offered to Pennsylvania ONLY) will be offered for the surrounding MCLE states.