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Suggestions for Achieving an Effective Negotiation, Mediation, or Collaborative Law Meeting

Mark W. Batchelder Attorney At Law
Suggestions for Achieving an Effective
Negotiation, Mediation, or Collaborative Law Meeting

​Preparation Before Meeting

Identify the problem

Think about what you really want
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Know your Best Case Scenario

Know your Worst Case Scenario

Dress appropriately

Let your mediator or attorney know if you have special needs (diet, translator, wheelchair access, etc.)​

​Behavior During Meeting
 
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Be nice – Be polite

Use "I" statements instead of "You" statements

Control your tone of voice and volume

Don’t be insulting or insulted

Agree to listen

No name calling

Control your emotions

Treat others the way they want to be treated (Platinum Rule)

Do not attack or threaten others​​

​Thinking/Tactics During Meeting

Focus on the issues, not the person

Be open-minded – be willing to explore new ideas

Avoid ultimatums

Stick to the facts – not assumptions

Be willing to find new solutions

Be willing to move from your entrenched position

Focus on long-term best interests (solutions)

Resist the temptation to go for short-term satisfaction
Avoid stubbornness, retaliation, "I told you so," etc.


​Consider offering an apology

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Mark W. Batchelder
Attorney at Law
Fort Worth, Texas
817-926-5555
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