Synopsis

Mediation-Skills and Techniques is an essential and comprehensive addition to the professional library of all mediators. It provides a thorough course of study of the mediation process, from convening the mediation to formalizing the settlement agreement. The book adopts an interdisciplinary approach to mediation, integrating knowledge and expertise from law, psychology, and sociology. Practical examples and case studies are used to illustrate the skills and techniques necessary to become an effective mediator. Bolstered with scientific research, the content of the book goes beyond the scope of most other mediation books with its extensive consideration of the dynamics of interpersonal conflict and negotiation techniques that set high-quality mediators apart from the crowd. Additional helpful practical advice about cultivating a successful mediation practice is provided, including a survey of careers in mediation, tips on marketing, and appendices with useful forms and worksheets. All mediators and students of mediation will find sound and applicable guidance in this book, regardless of their experience level, background, education or field of practice. This book answers the call for the systematic preparation of forward thinking mediation professionals who seek to be on the vanguard of this rapidly expanding and evolving field.

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Biography

Laurence J. Boulle, BA, LL.B, LL.M, PhD has worked at universities in Africa, Europe, North America and Australasia and was William J. Cook fellow at the University of Michigan Law School in Ann Arbor. He is currently Professor and Deputy Dean, School of Law, Bond University, Australia and an accredited mediator with the Queensland Supreme Court, practicing in family, franchising, commercial leasing, workplace and organizational mediation. He is on the Law Council of Australia ADR Committee and former chair of the Australian government ADR Advisory Council. His books on mediation and other topics have been published in seven countries.

Michael T. Colatrella Jr., JD., LL.M is Director and Senior Lecturer at Southern Methodist University's Center for Dispute Resolution & Conflict Management in Plano, Texas, which is part of the Annette Caldwell Simmons School of Education & Human Development. He also served as a full time Lecturer at Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law from 2000-05. Mr. Colatrella is a court-approved mediator in Texas, New Jersey & Kansas, practicing in the areas of workplace, commercial, consumer fraud, personal injury, and commercial lease mediation. He teaches in the areas of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Mediation, Negotiation, Lawyering Skills and Civil Trial Practice.

Anthony P. Picchioni, PhD is the Chair of Southern Methodist University's Department of Human Development at the Annette Caldwell Simmons School of Education and Human Development. He practices in the areas of family, commercial, workplace and organizational mediation. Dr. Picchioni is also a therapist who has worked in private, group andhospital practice settings. He served on the Texas Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors, and is former Chair of the Texas Licensing Board and of the Complaints Committee. He teaches in the areas of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Mediation, Negotiation, and Counseling.