by robertjacobs | Jan 28, 2021 | General Interest, Mediation
He came late. The mediation was all set to begin at 9:30 a.m. But by 9:00 a.m. there was no sign of the mediator. The plaintiff was present with two attorneys. The defendant was present with two attorneys. Everything was all set to go – but no mediator. At 9:00 a.m. I...
by robertjacobs | Jan 14, 2021 | Mediation
I recently enlisted the help of a wonderful general contractor to help me out with a construction claim I’ve been dealing with. This contractor provided me with an insightful repair bid that helped me settle the case. After the case was concluded I contacted this...
by robertjacobs | Nov 18, 2020 | Mediation
Many years ago I participated in the mediation of a case with many defendants. The Plaintiffs were husband and wife who had sued nearly everybody they could touch. During the course of the litigation (and the mediation) it became clear the plaintiffs were on the war...
by robertjacobs | Aug 5, 2020 | Mediation
It’s no secret that most lawsuits eventually settle. The uncertainty, cost and delay of litigation provide a powerful incentive for parties to voluntarily and informally resolve their claims. Since most lawsuits are going to settle (either at mediation or otherwise),...
by robertjacobs | Jun 19, 2020 | Mediation
This year I am serving as the chair of the ADR section of the Contra Costa County Bar Association. This year I’m also serving as the co-chair of the ADR section of the Alameda County Bar Association. This service places me in contact with lots of different people from...
