MWI Roundtable Events

MWI Roundtable Events are open discussion groups where practitioners can explore topics related to mediation, negotiation, and dispute resolution. MWI Roundtables meet periodically and offer an opportunity for practitioners to explore the theoretical aspects of their practice and provides a social opportunity to meet other mediators and explore ideas together.

REGISTRATION AND COST

MWI Roundtable Events are free for all active MWI mediators. The fee for all other participants is $50 per Roundtable. RSVP is required for all MWI Roundtables by registering here.  Registration will close 48 hours prior to the start of the Roundtable.  Questions? Send via email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 617-973-9739 x27.

LOCATION AND TIME

MWI Roundtables are held at:

MWI
4 Faneuil Hall - Fourth Floor
Boston, MA 02109
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MWI Roundtables start with social meeting time for 30 minutes followed by a two hour program.

2012 MWI ROUNDTABLE CALENDAR  (click a date below for more information)

• May 8, 2012 - “Introduction to Non Violent Communication (NVC)” - PROGRAM FULL
  
  
• May 18, 2012 - "The Mediation Game Show"
  
  
• July 20, 2012 - “Helping Divorce Clients Understand Finances”
  
  
• September 12, 2012 - “CPR of Communications: Content, Pattern and Relationship”
  
  
• October 18, 2012 – “Strategies for Dealing with Challenging Cases”
  
  
• November 8, 2012 – "Dealing with Difficult Tactics"
  

May 8, 2012 - “Introduction to Non Violent Communication (NVC)” - PROGRAM FULL

Social Time: 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Presentation: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Presenter:  Scott Loring
Intended Audience: MWI Court Mediators

Roundtable Description:  Nonviolent Communication (NVC), developed by Marshall Rosenberg and practiced world-wide, is a communication style that examines the unmet needs behind what we say or do. The process transforms relationships with others and with one’s self. Sometimes referred to as “compassionate communication”, NVC fosters respect, attentiveness and empathy, and engenders a mutual desire to give from the heart. The form is simple, yet powerfully transformative.

Using NVC in your mediation practice can help to make mediations less positional and more interest based. The NVC formula uses careful observations to eliminate judgments, providing an effective language of neutrality for mediating a wide range of disputes. Join us to learn more about NVC, to learn some new tools for your mediations and for a discussion lead by Scott Loring.

Friday, May 18, 2012 – “The Mediation Game Show”

Social Time:  11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Presentation:  12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Presenter: Josh Hoch & Lesley Spencer
Intended Audience: MWI Court Mediators

Roundtable Presentation:  Knowing about the field of mediation and why mediators do what they do is essential for every mediator. Join Josh Hoch and Lesley Spencer, as they lead a “game show”  style roundtable with questions mediators should know about the mediation field, skills, tools, resources, challenging parties, and capacity to name a few. Mediators will be divided into groups to work together to come up with answers. This roundtable promises to be fun and informative.

Friday, July 20, 2012 – “Helping Divorce Clients Understand Finances”

Social Time:  11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Presentation:  12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Presenter: David Yas
Intended Audience: MWI Divorce Mediators

Roundtable Presentation:   Good divorce mediators know when to call in the right professional.  David Yas and his team at Bernstein Global Wealth Management help mediators who have clients who are struggling with understanding a fair financial division, what the money they receive from the divorce settlement will look like in 2 years, 5 years, 10 years, etc., how to properly structure alimony payments and/or when a client is in need of wealth management following the divorce.   David and his team will show us what their work product for divorce clients looks like and will further explain why they are an asset to our clients.

September 12, 2012 - “CPR of Communications: Content, Pattern and Relationship”

Social Time: 12:00 – 12:30 PM
Presentation: 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Presenter: Scott Loring
Intended Audience: MWI Court Mediators

Roundtable Description: Join MWI Mediator, Scott Loring, as he helps you breathe life into your mediations by reviewing what he calls the “CPR of Communications: Content, Pattern and Relationship.” Mediators will learn to use these three lenses to better reframe to interests. Come ready to learn and practice and you’ll leave with new and improved skills that will help to make you a more effective mediator.

October 18, 2012 – “Strategies for Dealing with Challenging Cases”

Social Time:  4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Presentation:  5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Presenter: Josh Hoch
Intended Audience: MWI Court Mediators

Challenging cases often stay with us for a long time after the mediation ended.  We sometimes wonder what we could have done differently to assist the parties.  During this roundtable, we will look at five challenging cases and discuss tips and tools for dealing with each case effectively.  Participants are encouraged to review the Ethical Standards and Principles of Mediator prior to the roundtable.   If you have experienced a difficult case that you would like discussed during the roundtable, please provide the details to Josh in advance.

November 8, 2012 – "Dealing with Difficult Tactics"

Social Time - 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Presentation - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Presenters: Tad Mayer & Lesley Spencer
Intended Audience: MWI Court Mediators

When an angry party makes demands or yells, it can be difficult for the other party to remain focused on resolving the issues. Join Tad Mayer and Lesley Spencer as they discuss strategies for mediators to deal with a difficult party. This roundtable will provide mediators with a working approach to facilitate productively with a difficult party, empowering the parties to refocus on resolving the dispute. Participants will learn how to apply the Seven Elements and Difficult Tactics to build better, more effective communication without further escalating the issues between the parties.