It is that time of year again. The thermometer gets colder (at least most places) and the holidays are upon us. Things slow down a bit and, for some, snow is on the ground. It is also a great time to spend with family and friends. Here’s wishing you a calm, happy and family filled […]
More Musings From the Mediation Trenches
As those that read this construction blog on a regular basis know, I became a Virginia Supreme Court certified mediator a few years ago. I did so because I believe that mediation as a form of alternate dispute resolution is in most cases a much better alternative to resolve a construction dispute than litigation. While […]
Musings on the Virginia Mediation Network Fall Conference
As those of you who read this little corner of the legal blogging world know, I am now 3 years or so into my time as a Virginia Supreme Court certified mediator. I am also available and as active as possible for private mediations. Why go through the certification process as opposed to just using […]
How to Deal with Impasse Caused By the Lack of Authority to Commit
For this week’s Guest Post Friday here at Construction Law Musings, we welcome once again a good friend and better mediator, Victoria Pynchon. Vickie (@vickiepynchon) is an arbitrator with the American Arbitration Association and a mediator of commercial disputes with ADR Services, Inc. in Los Angeles. Her newest book, Success as a Mediator for Dummies […]