The NSW Bar Association held an ADR Masterclass on the 11 August 2018. Dr Simon Longstaff AO, Executive Director of the Ethics Centre presented on Ethics and ADR Practitioners, which was very interesting and insightful. Louise will share some points from his presentation as well as points from a panel discussion that day, on what makes an effective mediator (or alt. pet mediator hates and likes from a lawyer's perspective) with some of my tips added to help you choose an effective mediator that will assist you and your clients resolve their dispute effectively and ethically. Contact Louise if you would like her to assist you and your clients reach optimal results with greater satisfaction and enjoyment at mediation (or as a Barrister in medical negligence and victims of institutional abuse) at louise.mathias@sydneybarrister.net.au or (02) 9365399 #sydneybarrister #mediator … [Read more...]
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Do You Value Happiness At Work or Aggressive Lawyering?
I hear and see lawyers asking for recommendations for an aggressive, lawyer or Barrister, in X area of law. Does aggressive tactics achieve better results? Does aggression increase your happiness at work with those you choose to work with, or recommend, who are aggressive? Is a happy work environment created by aggresssiveness? Whats the difference between being aggressive, robust and zealous? What are some options to aggression? Contact Louise to discuss how she can assist you and your clients achieve optimal results in a happy work environment, either as a Barrister, Mediator, Collaborative Coach or Family Law Arbitrator at louise.mathias@sydneybarrister.net.au or (02) 9336 5399 … [Read more...]