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12/11/2025 - Mastering Complex Case Mediation: The CIRCLE Strategy for Attorney Success
Mastering Complex Case Mediation: The CIRCLE Strategy for Attorney Success Court-ordered mediation doesn't have to be an unwelcome detour in your litigation strategy. Join us to discover how to transform mediation into a powerful advantage using the proven CIRCLE framework. This webinar explores six essential strategies that help attorneys navigate complex, multi-party disputes with confidence—whether or not settlement is reached. Learn how to strategically select the right mediator, prepare effectively by identifying case strengths and weaknesses, and develop creative settlement ranges that protect client interests. Discover techniques for managing emotional dynamics, leveraging joint sessions for strategic insights, and evaluating offers against realistic trial outcomes. Mediator Jill M. Manning shares practical guidance for handling high-stakes cases involving class actions, intellectual property, antitrust, and other complex matters where multiple parties, technical issues, or significant dollars are at stake.
Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to: · Apply the CIRCLE framework to prepare strategically for complex mediations · Select mediators whose style, experience, and expertise align with case needs and client goals · Develop comprehensive settlement ranges incorporating creative, non-monetary solutions · Implement emotion management techniques to maintain productive negotiations · Extract valuable intelligence from joint sessions to strengthen trial preparation · Evaluate settlement offers using comprehensive cost-benefit analysis and client-centered decision-making
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