In an effort to increase security and enhance the user experience, the Canadian Academy of Distinguished Neutrals (CADN), providers of the booking calendar software for Marshall Schnapp, will be implementing an update to the function of their booking calendar program. Effective July 13, 2024, when visiting Marshall Schnapp’s booking calendar, you will be prompted to
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Exciting News: Arnold Recht joins Schnapp Mediation!
We are thrilled to welcome Arnold Recht to Schnapp Mediation! Arnold will be accepting new mediation bookings with Schnapp Mediation effective immediately, while continuing to practice civil litigation with Danson Recht LLP. With over 48 years of experience, Arnold brings a wealth of knowledge to his new role as a mediator. His litigation career has
Continue readingAchieving Success In Mediating Catastrophic Injuries
Originally published on OBA.org on November 02, 2023. Republished with permission. Personal injury cases involving catastrophic injuries can be some of the most hotly-contested actions in this field of law – and it’s little wonder why. Significant amounts of money – sometimes millions of dollars – are often on the line. For the plaintiff, the
Continue readingMake The Most Of Your Opening Statements At Mediation
Originally published in September 2022. Last updated October 2023. Often, counsel believes that openings at mediation are a “waste of time” that unnecessarily delay getting down to negotiating. Some lawyers believe they usually do more harm than good. I don’t agree. Although there may be certain cases or areas of law where opening statements are
Continue readingEmpathy: What it Means, and Why it is Important
I’ve long believed in the importance of bringing empathy to mediation proceedings. In fact, I hold it as one of the most important soft skills needed to create movement during a mediation. When opposing parties are empathetic towards each other, that allows them to move past their positions to their interests – what they really
Continue readingOptimism: The First of Three Soft Skills Every Mediation Needs
Hard skills, such as legal expertise and preparation, are essential to bring to any mediation. But when soft skills are also brought to the table, I’ve found it significantly strengthens and amplifies those hard skills, the two combining together for the lawyers, clients, and mediator in effectively moving a stalled case along. What do I
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