Past Events

Women in Law: Building & Managing a Successful Work-Life Balance

Moderated by Devin Tucker

Our expert panel—Jennifer Johnston Terando, R.N., Esq., Alicia C. Easter (“ACE”), and Gina Zapanta—will share their insights on balancing career and personal well-being. Moderated by Devin Tucker, this conversation is a must-attend for legal professionals seeking practical strategies for work-life harmony.

Using Mindfulness in Mediation: Stop Getting Dragged Into Self-Destructive Behavior

presented by Anthony Khoury

This presentation will address how litigants reach impasse, namely, how getting sidetracked by self-destructive behaviors prevent mediations from resulting in settlements, and how attorneys and mediators can use mindfulness to unlock the truth of what’s really going on during mediation, and reach the best possible outcomes for the litigants in any case. Among other things, we will discuss how mindfulness can keep attorneys focused on their ethical duties, steer away from harmful biases, and promote civility and wellness in the legal profession.

The Power of Mediation: Building Bridges

MCLA’s First Annual Dinner

Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the transformative power of mediation featuring keynote speaker former Presiding Judge of the Los Angeles County Superior Court. Hon. Samantha P. Jessner honoring two extraordinary honorees: Myer J. Sankary, MCLA Founder and President, recipient of the Founder’s Award and Enrique G. Koenig, J.D., Erich and Della Koenig Foundation, recipient of the Patron Award.

Designing a Winning Strategy for Success in Your Mediations

presented by MCLA’s Executive Director, Bennett Root.

1 MCLE General Credit – Strategizing for success in mediation is very different from strategizing in litigation. The rules are different, of course, but most importantly the ultimate decider is the opposing party, not a judge or a jury. In mediation, there are no “decider instructions” such as our Codes or prior court cases that are to be followed, and there are no jury instructions that are mandated. Instead, it is up to you to persuade the other side—whose interests and instincts are often very contrary to yours and your client’s—to see their way clear to do what you want them to do. 

Third Party Financing: What it is, its impact on litigation and settlements, and what the Burford v. Sysco saga teaches us

presented by Lisa Baker Morgan, Esq.

2 MCLE General Credits – While TPFs often represent that the litigation/settlement remains with the client, the protracted dispute between Sysco and Burford demonstrates that a TPF’s level of involvement in mediation may extend beyond an advisory role. Learn what TPLF is, the issues posed by third party funding, and how mediator can handle this potential participant at the mediation table. 

The Art of Persuasion: Unlock the Science Behind Ethical Persuasion

presented by Myer Sankary, Esq. CMCT.

1 MCLE Ethics Credit – Discover the “why” behind the “how” in this interactive program on the seven universal principles of persuasion, based on the groundbreaking work of Dr. Robert Cialdini. Learn how social science explains successful negotiation strategies and how to apply these techniques ethically in mediation as well as legal advocacy and business negotiations.