by Christina L. Scott, J.D. Used typically in tort matters, a mediator proposal is a rare settlement suggestion offered to the parties post mediation, in an effort to break impasse.  This tool is only used when the mediator believes there is a very high probability of success and the gap between the parties is closer than parties perceive.  Like all things in mediation, agreement and consent by both parties is necessary for the mediator to proceed with the proposal. A mediato

by Christina L. Scott, JD Mediation is still one of the best tools for disputing parties to resolve conflict when all parties are...

By Christina L. Scott, JD If you’ve represented clients in numerous mediations, you know that the reasons for impasse can vary greatly....

**This article was published in the Spring 2024 Edition of The Family Law Review. A publication of the Family Law Section of the State...

As a board member of the Georgia Child Support Commission and a member of the Statutory Review Committee, I’m happy to finally announce...

By Christina L. Scott, J.D. Pre-mediation conferences can be a very effective tool to use in getting your cases settled. These types of...

by Christina L. Scott, J.D. Mediation is the best choice for resolving conflict and as a neutral, I love to do just that. Sometimes,...

By Christina L. Scott, J.D. Many years ago in an advance mediation training class, I remember my instructor saying, “in order for good...

by Christina L. Scott, J.D. Georgia O.C.G.A. 19-7-3.1, also known as the Equitable Caregiver Act, grants legal recognition to an adult...

by Christina L. Scott Mediation position papers can be very helpful to the mediator in civil and commercial disputes. These papers are...

by Christina L. Scott, J.D. I once heard an attorney in a mediation say, “I feel like I’m losing.” Many thoughts flashed through my brain...

By Christina L. Scott, J.D. One thing that we all learned from 2020 is the power of negative words, comments, and phrases. Whether it was...

By Christina L. Scott, J.D. There are many things that can inadvertently or purposefully sabotage a mediation. Sabotage should never be...

by Christina L. Scott, J.D. Mediating virtually during our global pandemic continues to serve as the safest substitute for in-person...

By Christina L. Scott, J.D. Mediating divorce cases involving high assets, creates a different dynamic than those cases involving...

By Christina L. Scott, J.D. They say adversity is the mother of invention and COVID-19 is certainly no exception. Never before in our...

By Christina L. Scott, J.D. During this difficult time, many law offices and other businesses have closed which has caused some parties...

Over the years, I’ve spoken with counsel about the definition of “good faith” in mediation and I’ve received many different responses....

By Christina L. Scott, J.D. Mediation is perhaps one of the greatest processes people can use to resolve conflict. Many people unfamiliar...

By Christina L. Scott, J.D. Before your next mediation, consider these pre-mediation tips to ensure your mediation day is positive and...