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Effective Advocacy in Mediation
In one sense, an experienced arbitrator should not need to write an article about how advocates should approach their arbitration cases. An article entitled “Effective
Steven Gregory Publishes Article in ABA Newsletter
Yesterday the ABA’s Section of Dispute Resolution Arbitration Committee published its Winter 2022 newsletter. The newsletter includes an article by Steven Gregory and co-author David
What is Mediation?
WHAT IS MEDIATION? According to the International Chamber of Commerce (“ICC”), “[m]ediation is a flexible and consensual technique in which a neutral facility helps the
HOW TO CHOOSE A MEDIATOR
The maturing market for dispute resolution recognises that mediation (along with arbitration, collaborative law and other Disruptive Resolution™ processes) offers significant advantages over litigation. This
The Gregory Law Firm Prevails in First Amendment Case
The Gregory Law Firm served as local counsel for 4 Alabama citizens who objected to the oath appearing on the signature line of Alabama’s voter
The Gregory Law Firm Files Another First Amendment Case
Recently in association with the Freedom from Religion Foundation (the “Foundation”), a non-profit advocacy organisation based in Madison, Wisconsin, the Gregory Law Firm filed a
“Diversity” and the Supreme Court Revisited
I wrote the original version of this post in 2012 on a since-discontinued blog. I updated the post after Justice Antonin Scalia died and President
Mediation for Small Businesses
Small business owners going through conflicts with employees, customers, vendors, or other businesses, may benefit by turning to mediation to resolve these conflicts rather than
Mediation vs. Collaborative Law
Here is a brief description of these types of dispute resolution. Mediation & Arbitration Mediation offers parties the ability to resolve their dispute on their
Why We Love to Mediate
At the Gregory Law Firm, we strive to help people and businesses and resolve disputes without destroying relationships, harming children, or losing valuable assets. We
Conflict Negotiation Strategies
Avoid Emotional Responses Sometimes in negotiating one party might try to provoke the other into an emotional response to try and get the upper hand.
How Online Mediation Can Work For You
Virtual Mediation, or Online Mediation is available at the Gregory Law Firm. We can mediate your case by telephone or through Skype, FaceTime, GoToMeeting, or
Resolution
The dual meaning of the word “resolution” perfectly illustrates the character and intentions of Steven Gregory and the Gregory Law Firm. Mr. Gregory resolves to
Why Mediate?
Ten Reasons Mediating Your Dispute is Better Than Litigating: Mediation allows you to: 1. Preserve relationships. 2. Save money. 3. Maintain privacy. 4. Be heard.
“Please listen to the menu, as our selections have changed.”
I practice dispute resolution — mediation, arbitration, and collaborative law. I mediate, arbitrate, and practice collaborative law in the areas of legal disputes where I
Pro Se Divorce Mediation
The term pro se means “on one’s own behalf.” A person is pro se when he or she represents himself or herself. One process for dissolving a marriage is pro
What Makes Collaborative Divorce Unique?
Collaborative Divorce is a voluntary process in which parties settle disputes without resort to litigation. In Collaborative Divorce: The parties sign a collaborative participation agreement
The Essential Frequently-asked Questions About Collaborative Law
What Is Collaborative Practice? Collaborative Divorce. Collaborative Law. Collaborative Practice. You may see the process referred to by any of these names. Here, let’s call
Alternative Dispute Resolution Practice – Mediation and Collaborative Law
I have practiced law for twenty-five years. For most of that time, I have been a certified mediator and arbitrator. Mediation, unlike arbitration or lawsuits
“Diversity” and the Supreme Court — a repost
This post was originally written in 2012 on a since-discontinued blog. But now that Justice Scalia is gone, President Obama has nominated Judge Merrick Garland
The Cautious Client and the “Non-Refundable Fee”
A few years ago, before my practice began to focus on mediation, arbitration, and collaborative law, a potential client visited my office to ask me