Effective Mediation Advocacy Unlocked

Over 75% of employment disputes in New Zealand are resolved through mediation before they ever reach a courtroom. Clients increasingly turn to mediation to avoid costly and prolonged litigation. As a legal professional, honing your mediation skills is no longer optional—it's a career imperative. This workshop is designed to enhance your advocacy skills in employment mediation. This hands-on session will feature practical exercises that highlight the importance of various advocacy styles and the critical role of mediators. You'll gain insights into how representatives can operate effectively within mediation contexts.

• Session 1: Mastering Essential Skills and Strategies for Success
• Session 3: Successfully Navigating Psychological and Emotional Dynamics

Click here to register for all three sessions of this Workshop Series and take advantage of a 30% discount!

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

• Advocacy Styles: Explore and understand different approaches to advocacy in mediation settings.
• Mediator's Role: Gain a deeper understanding of the mediator's function and how to collaborate for the best outcomes.
• Preparation Techniques: Learn essential preparation strategies, including adapting to both Zoom and in-person mediations.
• Types of Mediation: Discover the key differences between mediations aimed at settling disputes and those focused on maintaining ongoing employment relationships.
• Private Mediation: Understand the role of private mediation sessions.
• Tikanga in Mediation: Receive a brief overview of tikanga practices within mediation.

Who should attend?

All lawyers who specialise in employment law, as well as those who may not focus on employment full-time but encounter mediation in their practice.

Facilitators

Anna Jones, Chief Executive and a Director, Three60 Consult

Lynn Booker, Senior Associate, Three60 Consult