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Valuable New information for Mediators
This newly revised edition of The Promise of Mediation offers a wealth of new information on the priniciples of transformative conflict intervention.Many readers may not be aware that the revised edition actually contains almost entirely new material, reflecting new understandings of transformative mediation that have developed since the publication of the first edition.Bush and Folger offer new specifics for practice in the transformative framework of mediation through a carefully analyzed case study, in which we can see details of the "small steps" of conflict transformation.They also discuss the impact that the transformative movement has had on the field as a whole, and debunk some common misconceptions about the transformative framework.I have especially enjoyed the last chapter, which addresses, more completely than anything in the first edition, the deep underlying values that have led to the articulation of a transformative vision for mediation, and looks at possibilities for the future of the field.
A Huge Step Forward in the Art and Science of Mediation
I'm grateful to the authors for the significant advance in mediation thinking that this book represents.This new edition has the potential to move the entire field toward a deeper, more powerful understanding.With the original edition, and again with this one, Bush and Folger have provided great clarity to a topic that, until now, has been muddled.While other mediators and writers succumb to the pressures of conflict and become part of the problem, these authors instruct us on how to remain true to the most important principles that lead to deep healing of human conflict.If I had the need, I would only hire a mediator who had read, studied, understood and embraced this book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Applied Psychology    2. Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    3. Business / Economics / Finance    4. Conflict (Psychology)    5. Conflict Resolution    6. Conflict management    7. Mediation    8. Negotiating    9. Social Science    10. Social conflict    11. Social interaction    12. Sociology    13. Sociology - General    14. Law / Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation   

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Transformative Mediation = Transcendental Meditation?
If only the world would/could operate under a theory like this!
What are you doing??????????????
This book helped me clarify just what I'm doing as a mediator. The authors show that one's worldview necessarily affects how one mediates. Unawareness of one's assumptions creates the potential to do great harm as a mediator. Our assumption that it's our job to make a settlement happen requires us to behave in a way that is neither neutral nor helpful to the parties.It's too easy to use our litigation tools (such as evaluation, analysis, and persuasion) against both parties in order to further our own agendas. By gaining clarity about what our agenda is, and about what's beyond our jurisdiction, we reduce the harm we do to the parties; and we create more opportunity for the parties to take greater responsibility. The approach described in this book supports parties as they tend to grow from weakness to strength and from selfishness to compassion. I'm grateful to the authors.

Good Introduction on Transformative Mediation
A good introduction on Transformative Mediation but just a good "Introduction".Read more

Subjects:  1. Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    2. Business / Economics / Finance    3. Conflict (Psychology)    4. Conflict Resolution    5. Conflict management    6. Mediation    7. Negotiating    8. Social Conflict    9. Social interaction    10. Business & Economics / Leadership    11. Personnel & human resources management    12. Social, group or collective psychology   

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Using collaboration to meet the challenge of conflicts.
This work offers an approach to controlling costs through building collaborative strength for prevention and early intervention. The authors show that there are four basic approaches, each appropriate in givencircumstances, but only one-collaboration-that holds the potential ofwin-win outcomes. However, most organizations over-use approaches thatemploy avoidance, authority and power, which tend to prove costly, ratherthan develop and employ systems that promote collaborative resolution andend conflicts from escalating into expensive disputes. The authors take ahighly realistic approach to their subject. The book is rich in substantiveideas and method. It provides detailed guidelines for building a system andapplying the principles the authors champion. An excellent contribution,worthy of your attention. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    2. Business & Economics    3. Business / Economics / Finance    4. Business Communication - General    5. Business/Economics    6. Conflict management    7. Leadership    8. Management    9. Management - General    10. Negotiating    11. Business & Economics / General    12. Organizational theory & behaviour   

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A Welcome Addition to My Library
I am a mediator, arbitrator, and trainer. The Mediator's Handbook is a welcome addition to my library. It is filled with practical advice,theoretical information, wonderful charts, and the nuts and bolts of mediation. I am sure every mediator, new or experienced, will benefit from this book. I recommend that every mediator skim the "Mediator's Handbook" as well as "Basic Skills for the New Mediator" by Allan H. Goodman (which I purchased at the same time) before every mediation.

God is in the details, and vice versa
Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) has received lots of attention over the last decade or so, and I'd like it to receive more. Here's a good place to start.
Couldn't Be Better
As a mediator and one who trains others how to mediate, I highly recommend this clearly written,comprehensive mediation handbook. I have yet to see a more practical book on mediation skills. ... Read more

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Exquisitely Cogent Primer
Mr. Goodman's book is the finest quick primer for a new arbitrator I have ever read.For virtually anyone familiar with any type of legal procedure or mediation, the book lays out the differences specific to Arbitration.Mr. Goodman has arranged the book, so that he presents the answers to the 100 most commonly asked questions about Arbitration.
Two Thumbs Up For Judge Goodman's Book for New Arbitrators!
As a new volunteer arbitrator for my local bar association, I found Judge Goodman's book to be indispensable in acquiring the skills and expertise for this new task.His experience in this field are excellent and he uses this experience in a question and answer format which lends itself to an easy, but extremely effective format, for new, as well as experienced, arbitrators.His hints and tips give new arbitrators the guidance and confidence necessary to lead an effective, but expedient, arbitration.This is the number one book for those new to arbitration, or those needing a review of arbitration methods and techniques.

Book Fills in the Gaps Left by Arbitrator Trainings
I first purchased and read Judge Goodman's Basic Skills For the New Arbitrator in 1994 when I began arbitrating.Having just finished reading the most recent edition, I am struck by the continuing usefulness of the detailed and practical advice contained in this book.While I have participated in arbitrator trainings over the years, they usually do not cover the nitty gritty "how to" issues this work addresses.These issues are easy to find as the Table of Contents is organized into sections devoted to each stage of an arbitration with an enumeration, under each heading, of all the questions addressed.Judge Goodman's style is clear and concise which makes the book a quick and easy read.It seems directed primarily at non-lawyers, but many lawyers, such as myself, will find in it their money's worth of advice.Personally, as much of my practice is devoted to mediation, I find reviewing the book helpful when I need to switch hats and assume a judicial (as opposed to a mediator's) demeanor.His advice in this regard, touching on body language, facial expression, and utterances, is invaluable in cultivating the proper persona of the neutral arbitrator.I highly recommend this thoughful, easy-to-read book to anyone who is starting to engage in arbitration and for those for whom it is not a weekly endeavor. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Arbitration and award    2. Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    3. Law    4. Law / Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    5. Legal Profession    6. Legal Reference / Law Profession    7. Miscellanea    8. United States   

Subjects:  1. Arbitration and award, Interna    2. Arbitration and award, International    3. Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    4. Business / Economics / Finance    5. Commercial - General    6. General    7. International    8. Law    9. Commercial law    10. International arbitration    11. Law / Commercial    12. Legal procedure: arbitration   

Subjects:  1. Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    2. Diplomatic negotiations in int    3. Diplomatic negotiations in international disputes    4. Exports & Imports    5. International Relations - General    6. Law    7. Politics / Current Events    8. Conflict resolution    9. Law / Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    10. Management & management techniques   

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Indispensable
This book taught me the critical importance of focus on interests, how they might be brought forward and woven into an agreement. And above all, the importance of paying attention to the negotiation process. Whether you are in the lawyer's or the client's shoes, don't attempt to close another deal before you understand how to create value in negotiation. Prof. Mnookin is your swimming coach.

A Must Read for Anyone Who Negotiates
Wise, comprehensive, practical, and extremely well-written. Whether you are negotiating deals or disputes, whether you see yourself as a gladiator or a problem solver, this book is indespensible.

A Ridiculous Book -- Don't Buy It
The book is not reasoned well and poorly written by a fairly arrogant author who seems only interested in building up his own reputation.The book is not practical, and its theories stir up more questions than they answer. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    2. General Practice    3. Law    4. Legal Reference / Law Profession    5. Law / General Practice    6. Legal procedure: arbitration   

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Great resource
I am a construction lawyer in the Washington, D.C. area and found Judge Goodman's book to be just the thing in giving me a primer on mediation approaches.It is organized extremely well, is easy to read, and gave me lots of help as I prepared for my first mediation.The format of questions and answers is perfect for this subject.The only thing I would like to see is a second volume for advanced mediation, since Judge Goodman has much to offer.

A MUST READ for anyone involved in any of the ADR processes.
Both of Allan Goodman's books, BASIC SKILLS FOR THE NEW MEDIATOR and BASIC SKILLS FOR THE NEW ARBITRATOR, deserve to be read and re-read by every ADR professional and every advisor to parties in dispute before he or sheenters the session. As a practicing mediator, arbitrator and ADR trainer, Iknow I do, and it gives me the presence to relax and "enjoy" thesession, because I know I will be giving the best process skills of ADR tothe parties and their representatives. Just What I was Looking For!
As a new mediator, I was looking for a book that would describe mediation skills in clear, non-legal language.This book is it! The question-and-answer format is a very effective teaching tool that walks youthrough the mediation process. When I think of a question that I would wantto ask, it seems that the author has anticipated it and there it is. Mr.Goodman is obviously someone with extensive experience, both as a trainerand a mediator. I am a retired teacher and I found particularly valuablethe appendix "Everything You Never Wanted to Know About the Rules ofEvidence."The author offers an interesting explanation for includingthis information - that a mediator should have a basic knowledge of theconcepts of evidence because we all (not just lawyers) apply theseprinciples in every day life. This appendix alone is worth the price of thebook. Read more

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Contracts in a Nutshell
Thank you so much for a nutshell version of contracts!It's all beginning to make sense now!I believe this book was key in helping me to pass this, not so much fun, class!

This Book Saved My Life!!!
Some time around mid-semester, I was hopelessly lost and confused in my contracts last. In my despair, I bought this book. It opened up my eyes and lifted the fog of contracts for me. My final grade in the class was much better than I hoped for and I have to partly thank this book for that. The only thing keeping me from giving it 5 stars is that it is useful for bare bones knowledge of contracts, and shouldn't be used to replace attending class and taking good notes.

A Must Read!
This book is as simple as it gets. Contract law is one of the more complex subjects in law school. Any material that adds complexity to an already challenging subject has little value especially to 1L's and even bar candidates. Understanding the basics of the subject is crucial. That is why this book stands out from the rest. I have read the casebook, a hornbook in this jurisdiction as well as various textbooks in a foreign jurisdiction. "Contracts in a Nutshell" gives the simplest explanation of the law by far. It is a must read indeed! ... Read more

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Subjects:  1. Alternative Dispute Resolution    2. Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    3. Conflict management    4. Law    5. Legal Reference / Law Profession    6. Mediation    7. Conflict resolution    8. Counselling    9. Industrial relations    10. Law / Alternative Dispute Resolution   

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An excelent work on law sociology.
The autor have done a very clear presentation of the construction of fields (a Pierre Bourdieu�s concept) in law legitimation and social creation of power. Tis book isn�t only an important work on internationalarbitration but a fundamental reading to all that would like to understandlaw and society. The history of international arbitration field on ICC andother institutions, illustrated by several examples, is, perhaps, the bestway to undersatnd how and why the international ADR have developed andworks. ... Read more

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Subjects:  1. Alternative Dispute Resolution    2. Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    3. Dispute resolution (Law)    4. Law    5. Legal Reference / Law Profession    6. United States    7. Courts & procedure    8. Sociology, Social Studies   

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The Penultimate Arbitration Manual
Elkouri is the penultimate arbitration manual. Having arbitrated, been an advocate, and taught arbitration, I feel confident in recommending this book for literally every area of arbitration. The book is, admittedly, geared toward labor law practice. However, the principles are the same in general arbitration. Labor arbitration and all other areas share a common history in the United States.
How Arbitration WorksSixth Edition
This book is an essential for any arbitration advocate's library. I purchased it as an update from the fourth edition and I was amazed at how much more information and how many more topics are addressed in this book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Administrative Law & Regulatory Practice    2. Arbitration, Industrial    3. Arbitration, Negotiation, Mediation    4. Dispute Arbitration    5. Law    6. Legal Reference / Law Profession    7. United States