4th Annual Joint Winkler/IAM/OsgoodePD Conference on Mediation

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This intensive full day program will ensure that:

• You are up-to-date on the current law and best practices
• You know the range of strategic and tactical options and can advise clients/parties on the pros and cons of each (both from the mediator’s and counsel’s perspective)
• You recognize and understand cultural and gender issues and their impact on the mediation process
• The mediation process is respected and the goal in coming to an agreement takes priority even in the face of conflict
• Counsel and mediators understand their obligations, particularly in the face of the numerous potential ethical dilemmas

This OsgoodePD program was developed by a faculty of leading Canadian and international experts to provide valuable insights and practical tips for both mediators and counsel. It is a unique opportunity to have them all in one room. You will engage with the best and walk away with tools that you can immediately put to use in your practice.

Drawing on the expertise of leading counsel, judges and academics from across the country, including:

Program Chair

• Vance H. Cooper,* Cooper Mediation Inc.

Keynote Speaker

• Marvin E. Johnson,* IAM Past President, JAMS Panel Member, Silver Springs, MD

Guest Speakers

• Nathalie Des Rosiers, MPP, Ottawa-Vanier, Professor on Leave, University of Ottawa
• The Hon. Robert K. Rae, Mediator & Arbitrator, ADR Chambers, Senior Partner, Olthius, Kleer, Townshend LLP

Program Faculty

• The Hon. Robert P. Armstrong, QC Arbitration Place
• Daniel Guttman, Counsel, Constitutional Law Branch, Ministry of the Attorney General (Ontario)
• Nathalie Des Rosiers, MPP, Ottawa-Vanier, Professor on Leave, University of Ottawa
• Michael Gottheil, Executive Chair, Social Justice Tribunals Ontario
• Susan Hammer,* Dispute Resolution Services, Portland, OR
• Marvin E. Johnson,* IAM Past President, JAMS Panel Member, Silver Springs, MD
• Jonathan Lisus, Lax O’Sullivan, Lisus Gottlieb LLP
• The Hon. Justice Graeme Mew, Ontario Superior Court of Justice
• Andrea Morrison, Mediator, Global Dialogue Inc. and Quebec Human and Youth Rights Commission, Trainer, Canadian Institute for Conflict Resolution
• Gordon I. Kirke, QC Global Resolutions Inc.
• The Hon. Robert K. Rae, Mediator & Arbitrator, ADR Chambers, Senior Partner, Olthius, Kleer, Townshend LLP
• Allan J. Stitt, LLM, C. Med., C. Arb., President & CEO, ADR Chambers
• Eric E. Van Loon, Esq.* JAMS Mediator & Arbitrator, Boston, MA
• Jerome F. Weiss,* Mediation Inc., Cleveland, OH
• The Hon. Warren K. Winkler, OC, O. Ont., QC,** Former Chief Justice of Ontario, Mediator and Arbitrator
• Francis (Butch) Wolfleg, Siksika Nation Tribal Councillor/Aiskapimohkiiks (Traditional Dispute Resolution)

* Distinguished Fellow, IAM (International Academy of Mediators)
** Honorary Fellow, IAM (International Academy of Mediators)

Agenda

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Group Discounts

Please note that the group discount is only available when paying for members of the same organization, at the same time, and payment is made with one invoice.

Webcast Fee per Delegate

2-3 delegates: 25% off program fee
4-10 delegates: 30% off program fee
11+ delegates: 35% off program fee
Boardroom rates available.

Delivery

The video stream, including link to program materials will be sent to you via email as soon as payment is successfully processed.

Refunds

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