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Utilizing ADR to Navigate Probate Disputes

Presented by the Monterey County Women Lawyers Association

Join JAMS neutrals Hon. Catherine A. Gallagher (Ret.) and Hon. Timothy R. Volkmann (Ret.) for an insightful program focused on effectively utilizing Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) to navigate probate disputes. Drawing from their judicial experience and roles as ADR professionals, Judge Gallagher and Judge Volkmann will share valuable strategies and practical solutions to common challenges encountered during the ADR process.
This session will cover:
  • Best Practices for Effective Advocacy in Mediations
  • Preparing the Mediator: The importance of brief writing, conducting pre-mediation meetings, and equipping your client for successful outcomes
  • Impact of Breslin v. Breslin
  • Utilizing Various Types of ADR: How temporary judging can be used to resolve probate disputes
  • Arbitrating Probate Matters

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JAMS is the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services, handling more than 21,000 cases annually. With nearly 500 neutrals and 29 locations, JAMS delivers efficient, cost-effective, and impartial solutions for business and legal disputes at any stage of conflict. Since its founding in 1979, its distinguished panel has included retired federal and state court justices, former litigators, transactional attorneys and other ADR professionals with deep industry and practice area experience. JAMS offers customized in-person, virtual and hybrid resolution services to provide a seamless experience through concierge-level client care, highly skilled case managers, and advanced technology.

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