2017 Archives

Thu, Nov 30th, 2017 | by marcia

by Scott D. Delius, Esq. Who exactly is the opposition in mediation? Should you reveal your trial strategies to the mediator? What about disclosing your settlement authority? Some concepts may seem obvious, others may not, …

Fri, Nov 17th, 2017 | by marcia

Team Leader Joseph Murphey, Esq, a mediator and arbitrator at Miles, recently shared insights about negotiation and settlement tactics at an Auto Injury Litigation seminar.  The seminar was held in Atlanta and presented by the …

Tue, Nov 14th, 2017 | by marcia

Team Leader David Nutter, Esq. will share valuable insights on mediating business and contract disputes at the annual Contract Litigation Seminar on November 17. The seminar will be held at the State Bar of Georgia …

Wed, Nov 8th, 2017 | by marcia

Miles mediator Bianca Motley Broom was recently featured in a thoughtful Daily Report article by reporter Meredith Hobbs.   In the article, Bianca discusses her growing mediation practice and part-time role as a magistrate court …

Mon, Oct 30th, 2017 | by Miles Mediation

Miles mediator and arbitrator Bianca Motley Broom recently shared wise counsel in the Daily Report article: “You’re Going to Fail–and Other Great Advice for Rookie Lawyers.”   Excerpt from article:  You just passed what may …

Wed, Oct 25th, 2017 | by marcia

We are excited to announce that Hon. Susan Forsling was named an “ADR Champion” by the National Law Journal. She is featured in the publication’s 2nd annual ADR Champions special edition, which recognizes individuals for …

Tue, Oct 24th, 2017 | by marcia

Miles mediator & arbitrator Jennifer Grippa recently presented a CLE on “Effective Mediation Strategies” at the Atlanta-based law firm, Winter Capriola Zenner, which specializes in Commercial and Civil Litigation, Community Association Law, Corporate and Business …

Thu, Oct 19th, 2017 | by marcia

by Roy Paul, Esq. While mediation normally is viewed as a means of avoiding or putting an efficient end to litigation, we are reminded that mediation can simply lead to additional litigation if the parties …

Tue, Oct 17th, 2017 | by marcia

by Burke Johnson, Esq. When I was growing up in rural Madison County, going to Atlanta was a big deal. We would plan long in advance, and I even remember that my father would typically …

Wed, Sep 27th, 2017 | by marcia

by Matthew Thiry, Esq. Growing up playing baseball, I constantly heard coaches repeating to batters “keep your eye on the ball.”  This advice applies equally to business, and has the same consequences if not followed.  …