This term I am teaching a course at the University of New Haven, “Alternative Dispute Resolution: Models and Practice.” It is a survey course that gives students a taste of different ADR processes: some background in conflict management, mediation, negotiation, arbitration, and restorative justice. It’s a pleasure to look at these processes from a more […]
“Holidays and Tough Conversations”
Last week, I had the pleasure of speaking on “Holidays and Tough Conversations” at The Hearth at Tuxis Pond in Madison, CT. It’s a timely topic: when families gather for the holidays they may find that family situations have changed since they last gathered: a loved one may be more frail, a caregiving plan in […]
Mediation Talk to New Haven, CT Estate Planning Attorneys
Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of giving a talk on meditation to the New Haven (CT) County Bar Association’s Trusts, Estates, and Probate Committee. The group included attorneys at every level, from those new to the bar to those who had been in practice for many years. The presentation covered two areas. First, […]
SEA’s Celebration of Healthy Aging
Yesterday, SEA (Shoreline Eldercare Alliance) presented its first annual Celebration of Healthy Aging. The Village at Mariner’s Point, in East Haven, CT, was a gracious host to over 300 attendees at this free event. Informative seminars, delicious food from the Village and local restaurants, music, dance, demonstrations, a raffle, and an engaging lecture filled a […]
Election to Board of Directors of Assn. for Conflict Resolution (ACR) — New England Chapter
I am honored and humbled by my election to the Board of Directors of the New England Chapter of the Association for Conflict Resolution. The Association for Conflict Resolution (ACR) is the international professional organization for mediators. The New England Chapter of ACR (NE-ACR) serves mediators (as well as facilitators and arbitrators) in the New […]
Talk, Talk, and Talk Some More
My tip on how to deal with a bad, falling apart business relationship was published yesterday in the Toilet Paper Entrepreneur blog piece on “81 Strategies to Fix a Bad, Falling Apart Business Partnership.” My tip,” Talk, Talk, and Talk Some More”, is focused on communication’s role in business conflict management. This is the third […]
Rotary of Woodbridge, Connecticut Mediation Talk
Last week, I had the pleasure of speaking to the Woodbridge, Connecticut Rotary Club about mediation and conflict management. We discussed tips for preventing conflict, reducing conflict, and resolving conflict. One particular point stood out. I often talk about the great dangers that accompany the great benefits of email. We’ve all heard about the huge […]
Elder Mediation presentation at Apple Rehab Guilford (CT)
On January 27, 2010, at 7:00 p.m., I will present a talk on Elder Mediation at Apple Rehab Guilford, 10 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT. The program is free and open to the public and light refreshments will be served. To reserve your seat, please call Apple Rehab Guilford at (203) 453-3725. This interactive program […]
A New Look for Connecticut Mediation and Consulting
As you can see, the Dovetail Resolutions website has a new look! I wanted a clean, attractive, easy-to-read, easy-to-navigate, easy-to-update site. And I think I have it. Many, many thanks to Leslie Olding and Laurin Killian of Streamlined Development. It was an absolute pleasure to work with them: while Laurin was doing things (that I […]
Exclusively Connecticut Mediation and Consulting
I am pleased to announce that, effective January 1, 2010, my full focus has become Connecticut mediation and consulting through Dovetail Resolutions. After a gradual decrease in my work as an attorney, I wrapped up the practice of law as of December 31, 2009. I was never an unhappy attorney and I take pride in […]
