Constitutional Reform and the Apartheid State: Legitimacy, Consociationalism, and Control in South Africa

Boulle, Laurence

Administrative Law

St.Martin's Press

Mediation: Principles, process, practice

Michie

Rules & Procedures

Butterworths Canada Ltd.

This is an essential and comprehensive addition to the professional library of all mediators. It provides a thorough course of study of the mediation process, from convening the mediation to formalizing the settlement agreement. The book adopts an interdisciplinary approach to mediation, integrating knowledge and expertise from law, psychology, and sociology. Practical examples and case studies are used to illustrate the skills and techniques necessary to become an effective mediator. Bolstered with scientific research, the content of the book goes far beyond the scope of most other mediation books with its extensive consideration of the dynamics of interpersonal conflict and negotiation techniques that set high-quality mediators apart from the crowd. Additional helpful practical advice about cultivating a successful mediation practice is provided, including a survey of careers in mediation, tips on marketing, and appendices with useful forms and worksheets. All mediators and students of mediation will find sound and applicable guidance in this book, regardless of their experience level, background, education, or field of practice. This book answers the call for the systematic preparation of forward thinking mediation professionals who seek to be on the vanguard of this rapidly expanding and evolving field. Coverage includes:
 • Ch. 1: Introduction to Learning Mediation Skills and Techniques • Ch. 2: Establishing the Foundation: Introductions, Intake, Screening &amp; Preparation • Ch. 3: Maintaining a Favorable Climate • Ch. 4: Managing the Mediation Process • Ch. 5: Assisting the Communication Process • Ch. 6: Managing Conflict from Crisis to Opportunity • Ch. 7: Facilitating the Negotiations • Ch. 8: Encouraging Settlement • Ch. 9: Variations in the Mediation Process • Ch. 10: Special Issues in Mediation • Ch. 11: Avoiding Mediator Traps • Ch. 12: Becoming a Mediator, Careers in Mediation, and Establishing a Private Mediation Practice

Mediation: Skills and Techniques

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Colatrella, Michael

Picchioni, Anthony

Alternative Medicine

Carolina Academic Press

Mediation is used to resolve disputes in business, employment, education, domestic relationships, religious organizations, government, international relations, and, of course, litigation. Mediation: Skills and Techniques offers a comprehensive course of study of the mediation process, from convening the mediation to formalizing the settlement agreement. The book provides practical examples and case studies to illustrate the skills and techniques necessary to become a proficient mediator. 
Importantly, the book adopts an interdisciplinary approach to mediation that incorporates scientific principles from law, psychology, conflict management, and sociology. It also surveys careers in mediation and explains how to market a mediation business. Whether you are a student, mediator, lawyer, psychologist, businessperson, clergy member, or social worker, this book answers the call for a broad and systematic education in mediation with an emphasis on practical, science-based mediation skills and techniques. This second edition includes new chapters on balancing power among parties in mediation, evaluative mediation, and virtual mediation.

"Mediation: Principles Process Practice is an all-encompassing, practical and lucid guide to mediation in the UK. The book covers all aspects of mediation, ranging from the principles and policies, the roles and functions in mediation, to the skills and techniques of mediators. The text also covers the legal issues in mediation and looks at themes and trends in mediation practice. Essential reading for practitioners, mediators and in-house lawyers."

Mediation: Principles Process Practice

Nesic, Miryana

Bloomsbury Professional

The skills, techniques and strategies for mediation - everything you need to successfully tackle a mediation. The mediation process has become an increasingly important method of tackling problems, complaints and disputes. Ensure you have the latest techniques and strategies in your armoury.
This practical book outlines the skills and techniques required to prepare for, participate in, and conduct mediation. By using its examples and checklists, you will be able to approach any mediation with complete confidence.
Essential new tools and resources - you will benefit from exercises, tools and resources giving you the opportunity to learn, and update, the skills, techniques and strategies needed when mediating.
This user-friendly guide will enable you to: - Master mediation skills and techniques; - Create an environment conducive to mediation; - Design a fair and effective negotiation process; - Diagnose problems, complaints and disputes; - Assist the parties to identify their interests and priorities; - Provide momentum for settlement; - Avoid mediator traps; - Access key ADR tools and resources including mediation agreements, mediation rules and procedures, sample settlement agreements, a range of guidance notes and up-to-date reading materials; - Develop a mediation practice; - Gain an overview of the practice of mediation across Europe.
Essential new material for all mediators, lawyers representing clients in mediation, organisations in dispute, users of dispute resolution services, ADR organisations, as well as anybody studying mediation.

Mediator Skills and Techniques: Triangle of Influence

International Economic Law and African Development

Siber Ink, South Africa

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