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How to Stay Ahead in Your Career Through Continuous Learning
In today’s fast-paced world, staying ahead in your career requires more than just hard work. It demands continuous career learning and...
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Preparing the Parties for Success: The Pre-Mediation Meeting
A mediator's work can begin long before the parties enter the room. A proactive pre-mediation briefing, whether through a phone call or a...
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The Ethics of Neutrality When the Playing Field Isn't Level
Mediator neutrality is fundamental, but what happens when there's a significant power imbalance between the parties? One party may have...
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The Mediator's Duty of Confidentiality: Navigating the Grey Areas
Confidentiality is the cornerstone of mediation, but its application isn't always black and white. While the principle is simple—what is...
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Drafting Bulletproof Settlement Agreements: Common Pitfalls to Avoid
The mediation is not over until a binding settlement agreement is signed. A poorly drafted agreement can lead to future disputes, undoing...
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The Strategic Use of Joint Meeting: A Mediator's Most Powerful Tool (but overlooked)
Joint sessions promote transparency, and if propery used could save time and make real progress. Caucus, or private meeting, is often...
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Navigating Impasse: Beyond the Mediator's Proposal
Every mediator dreads the moment when parties declare they are at a "dead end" or "wasting time". While it is tempting to offer a...
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The Art of the Opening Statement: More Than Just a Formality
The mediator's opening statement is your first, best chance to establish control, build trust, and set a constructive tone. Too often,...
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Mediator's Blog
As part of our commitment to fostering excellence within the Hong Kong mediation community, ICLT is pleased to offer this collection of...
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