Resources

Elder Abuse and Neglect Screening Guidelines for Mediators

The ABA Section of Dispute Resolution Task Force on Elder Abuse Screening for Mediators has created guidelines that provide information about possible signs of elder neglect and abuse that negatively impact the ability of older adults to participate in mediation.

ABA/Suffolk University Law School Dispute Resolution Video Center

The ABA/Suffolk University Law School Dispute Resolution Video Center provides live video examples of mediation and negotiation and other resources for teachers and other professionals. It focuses on civil disputes involving lawyers, but also contains examples of negotiation and community mediation. Teachers of ADR may download videos and roleplays at no charge for use in their classes.

Education Conflict Resolution

A Presentation from the 19th Annual Section of Dispute Resolution Spring Conference and the International Ombudsman Association Conference on K-12 ombuds programs for school districts.

Dispute Resolution Roster List

Women in Dispute Resolution Committee’s (WIDR) Mediation and Arbitration Roster List was created for section member neutrals, a significant number of whom may be relatively new to the field, particularly if one is building an ADR practice, but even if one is well along. The spreadsheet list represents a first step towards a comprehensive list of potential opportunities to mediate or arbitrate, paid or unpaid, through panels, rosters, or as independents.

Civility and the Legal Profession: A Model CLE Program for State and Local Bar Associations

The American Bar Association House of Delegates has called upon all lawyers to take meaningful steps to improve the tone of discourse not only within the legal profession, but in society as well. This Discussion Guide, prepared by the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution, is intended to provoke discussion and dialogue with the hope that bar organizations will undertake concrete steps to make the House of Delegates Resolution a true call for action. Click here to access the full report.

K-12 Ombuds Toolkit

Whether you are building an ombuds program, talking with an ombudsman as his or her constituent, or standing outside an ombuds office during discovery stymied by the program's confidentiality, it helps to know what type of ombudsman you are dealing with. Arm yourself with a basic knowledge of the blueprints and architecture of an ombuds office.

Access to Justice Resources

The Section has compiled Access to Justice Resources.

Dispute Resolution Resource Database

This database is a compilation of the Section’s resource materials in an easily searchable manner. Resources include member only and free content. Enter your search on the next page.

Mediation Week Toolkit

This toolkit provides resources and sample materials for practitioners, organizations and bar associations to use to celebrate Mediation Week. The toolkit includes sample talking points and handout materials which can be used to give a presentation to lawyers, students as well as to other target audiences.

Task Force on Mediator Credentialing Report

The Council of the ABA’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Section created a Task Force to recommend whether the Section should adopt a policy concerning credentialing of mediators.

Task Force On Research On Mediator Techniques

Report of the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution Task Force On Research On Mediator Techniques

Planned Early Dispute Resolution Project (PEDR)

The American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution appointed the Planned Early Dispute Resolution (PEDR) Task Force to promote planned early dispute resolution by lawyers and clients and to take advantage of the services of neutral dispute resolution professionals at the earliest appropriate time.

Dispute Resolution Processes

Dispute resolution is a term that refers to a number of processes that can be used to resolve a conflict, dispute or claim. Find explanations for all of those processes within this resource.

Lawyer as a Problem Solver

These exercises were compiled for the Lawyer as Problem Solver workshops at the Legal Educators' Colloquium

Information Courts Should Collect Regarding ADR

Preliminary Recommendations on Data Elements for Courts to Collect Regarding ADR & Settlement Assistance

Legal Education, ADR and Problem Solving (LEAPS)

The LEAPS Project website is available for professors as they plan courses for the academic year. The materials are available to help law school instructors incorporate some instruction in practical problem-solving in various courses.

Task Force on Improving Mediation Quality Final Report

Report addresses factors that define high quality mediation practice.

Foreclosure Mediation

Residential mortgage foreclosure mediation programs provide a neutral forum for residential borrower-homeowners and their lenders to avoid foreclosure by working out new mortgage terms or other agreements mutually acceptable to both parties.

Guides

Guide to Planned Early Dispute Resolution

This guide was prepared by the Planned Early Dispute Resolution Task Force to promote planned early dispute resolution by lawyers and clients and to take advantage of the services of neutral dispute resolution professionals at the earliest appropriate time.

General Mediation Guide

General information about the mediation process and questions to think about and ask before and during mediation.

Complex Mediation Guide

This guide is designed for parties in complex civil disputes who are represented by lawyers

Family Mediation Guide

Preparing for Family Mediation has information specific to mediation in family disputes.

Arbitration Guide

Arbitration is preferred by many as a way to resolve commercial disputes. It has many advantages over litigation in court, such as party control of the process; typically lower costs and shorter time to resolution; flexibility; privacy; awards which are final and enforceable; decision makers who are selected by the parties on the basis of desired characteristics and experience; and broad user satisfaction.

Resources

Section of Dispute Resolution Resources, including practice guides, toolkits, research aids, podcasts, and audio downloads are designed to serve all of your needs.

Resources

Elder Abuse and Neglect Screening Guidelines for Mediators