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Mediation of Family & Divorce Conflicts (Calgary)
In-Person
Important Change
Individual registration through the attendee’s LESA.org account is now required for all LESA programs.
Program access (including access to e-materials) will be assigned to the LESA.org account used on registration. If you do not yet have an account, one will be created for you on checkout. This change will allow for easy access to e-materials and recording(s) (if available) through the attendee’s LESA.org account. If you have any questions, contact us at info@lesa.org.
Mediation is increasingly important in the practice of family law. Receive 40 hours of intensive, hands-on skills training in this in-depth, 5-day program. Develop the skills, knowledge, and understanding to build a competent and professional mediation practice.
Topics include:
• 5-stage mediation model
• Techniques of developing relationships in mediation
• Positional negotiation vs. interest based negotiation
• 5 basic negotiating principles
• Screening
• Intake interviews
• Mediation/arbitration agreements
• Calculating child support
• Spousal support – advisory guidelines
“I learned so much and have been utilizing the skills daily, both personally and professionally.” Past Attendee
“I believe that this is an essential program for any family lawyer, regardless of whether they intend to practice as a Mediator or not. It changes how you think and how you communicate. We can become jaded in what we do, and the check-in and reset is invaluable.” Past Attendee
“If you’re serious about becoming a family mediator this course is for you. It is amazing how much I learned in those 5 days.” Past Attendee
This program has limited enrolment.
Mediation of Family & Divorce Conflicts satisfies one of the course requirements to become a collaborative professional and is recognized by collaborative law associations in Alberta.
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Instructors
Rhoda Dobler KC, WK Family Lawyers LLP
Dr. Larry Fong, Fong & Associates Ltd.
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