Introduction:

Mediation is a voluntary and confidential process facilitated by a neutral third party (the mediator) who assists the disputing parties to negotiate a jointly acceptable resolution of the dispute. To the contrary of litigation or arbitration, the disputing parties control the outcome which is mutually satisfactory (win/win result).

 

This workshop is designed to offer you a comprehensive and practical introduction to business mediation. After two days, attendees will have gained the necessary knowledge to enable them to deal confidently with the commercial disputes and to solve them through mediation techniques.

 

Course Objectives :

• Master practical mediation techniques through several practical cases and role play.

• Become familiar with the different stages of mediation including the so-called "caucus"

• Learn the differences between mediation, arbitration and conciliation.

• Identify the potential risks presented by international commercial agreements. and limit the areas of potential claims through mediation

Course Contents :

1-  Definition of Mediation

2-  Who is the Mediator?

3-  Stages of Mediation Process

4-  How to write a Mediation Agreement?

5-  Qualities and Skills of the Mediator

6-  The toolbox of the Mediator

7-  Working Styles in Mediation

8-  Ethics of the Mediator

9-  Study Cases and Role Play

10-How to write a Settlement Agreement?

 

Target Audience:

-  Private practice lawyers involved in business transactions

-  In-house lawyers in Corporations

-  Contract Managers in Multinational Companies

-  Lawyers in banks and financial institutions

-  Commercial Managers

-  Import-export Managers

 

Venue:
Ramses Hilton Hotel

Course Language:
The Course will be held in English language.

Location and Duration:
 2 Days 7 and 8 of June, 2008
 From  6:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Registration Deadline:
Tuesday 3^rd of June, 2008