Mediation Matters Blog
Practical guidance, analysis, and announcements from Henning
Henning Welcomes Samantha J. Funt to the Panel
Henning Mediation is pleased to welcome Samantha (“Sam”) Funt to our panel of distinguished neutrals. Sam brings a unique combination of trial experience, practical judgment, and genuine compassion to every dispute she handles. As a partner at Mitchell Shapiro Greenamyre & Funt LLP, she has built a respected practice
Restoring Dignity, One Home at a Time: Rob Katz’s Work with Furnish with Love
At Henning Mediation & Arbitration Service, our mediators are dedicated to helping people move forward. For Rob Katz, that commitment extends beyond resolving disputes, it’s about helping families rebuild their lives. Rob is actively involved with Furnish with Love, a nonprofit founded in 2019 by his wife, Kathleen Kelly. The organization serves families transitioning out
Giving Back Beyond the Table: Lyle Griffin Warshauer’s Work with Second Helpings Atlanta
Lyle Griffin Warshauer is a Henning mediator and arbitrator, and pursues her passion for helping people by supporting Second Helpings Atlanta.
Celebrating Excellence in Mediation: Henning Mediation Celebrates Gabriella Haedelt
At Henning Mediation, we are proud to support the next generation of dispute resolution professionals by sponsoring the Ed Henning Award, presented annually by the Dispute Resolution Section of the Atlanta Bar Association. This award recognizes one outstanding student from each of Georgia’s top law schools who demonstrates excellence and a strong commitment to the
Excellence in Mediation: Honoring Anjali Patel
Henning Mediation is proud to support the Edward J. Henning Memorial Award, presented by the Dispute Resolution Section of the Atlanta Bar Association. Each year, the award recognizes one outstanding student from Georgia’s top law schools who demonstrates a commitment to excellence in dispute resolution. Among this year’s honorees is Anjali Patel, representing Atlanta’s John
Celebrating Future Leaders in Dispute Resolution: Honoring Tiera Lloyd
Henning Mediation is proud to support the Edward J. Henning Memorial Award, presented by the Dispute Resolution Section of the Atlanta Bar Association. Each year, the award recognizes one outstanding student from Georgia’s top law schools who demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence in dispute resolution. This year, we are pleased to recognize Tiera Lloyd
Celebrating Future Leaders in Mediation: Honoring Brooke Raniere
Henning Mediation is proud to support the Edward J. Henning Memorial Award, presented by the Dispute Resolution Section of the Atlanta Bar Association. Each year, the award recognizes one outstanding student from Georgia’s top law schools who demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence in dispute resolution. This year, we are pleased to recognize Brooke Raniere
Honoring Ariel Paz Yitzchaki: A Rising Leader in Mediation
Henning Mediation is proud to support the Edward J. Henning Memorial Award, presented by the Dispute Resolution Section of the Atlanta Bar Association. Each year, the award recognizes one outstanding student from Georgia’s top law schools who demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence in dispute resolution. This year, we are pleased to recognize Ariel Paz
Recognizing Emerging Talent in Dispute Resolution: Honoring Hannah King
Henning Mediation is proud to support the Edward J. Henning Memorial Award, presented by the Dispute Resolution Section of the Atlanta Bar Association. Each year, this award recognizes outstanding students from Georgia’s top law schools who demonstrate a strong commitment to the field of dispute resolution. Among this year’s honorees is Hannah King, representing Mercer
Why Henning Mediation Proudly Supports the Edward J. Henning Memorial Award
Atlanta Bar Association Dispute Resolution Section has sponsored the Edward J. Henning Memorial Award. This is a cash award given to an outstanding ADR student at each of the state’s five ABA-accredited law schools: Emory, Georgia, Mercer, Georgia State and John Marshall. These awards are given in memory of Ed Henning, who was one of the “founding fathers” of mediation in Georgia.
Congratulations to William S. Goodman
Please join us in congratulating William S. Goodman on an incredible milestone: 30 years of service as a mediator with Henning Mediation. For three decades, Bill has brought professionalism, clarity, and calm to some of the most challenging mediations. His thoughtful approach, commitment to fair resolution, and sense of humor have helped countless clients move
Why We Celebrate Conflict Resolution Day: More Than Just Another Holiday
Do you have big plans for October 15th? Wondering why we’re asking? It’s Conflict Resolution Day! Yes, we know it may seem like another “made-up” holiday, but it represents something much more meaningful. Created by the Association for Conflict Resolution (ACR) some 20 years ago, the special day is a global effort to highlight the
Congratulations Jasmine Reaves
Jasmine Reaves named the Ed Henning Award winner for Mercer University School of Law.
Congratulations Grayson Dinovitz
Grayson DInovitz is named the Ed Henning Scholarship winner for Emory University School of Law.
Congratulations Karthik Jayaraman
Karthik Jayaraman is selected as the Ed Henning Scholarship Award winner for Georgia State School of Law.
Congratulations Lamone Graham
Lamone Graham named as Ed Henning Scholarship Award Winner for John Marshall School of Law
Congratulations Maggie Galvin
Maggie Gilvin is awarded the Ed Henning Scholarship for The University of Georgia School of Law.
Mediating Complex Coverage Disputes: It’s About More Than Just Moving Numbers
Does your mediator know the difference between “gross” and “net” exposure? If not, read this before your next coverage dispute. Mediating a coverage dispute is not the same as mediating a casualty loss or a commercial dispute. Coverage mediations bring a different set of expectations, and they require a different approach. In coverage disputes,
The Mediator’s Proposal: A Useful Tool for Breaking Impasse
When a proposal is made by the mediator, reactive devaluation is significantly reduced. Thus, a party might agree to a proposal made by the mediator, even though it would not have agreed to that proposal if it had come from the opposing party. “Reactive devaluation” is a cognitive bias that occurs when a proposal is
Exploring Trial Consulting: Embracing Unexpected Opportunities
Some journeys in life choose us, rather than the other way around. Sometimes, life takes us down paths we didn’t plan for. That’s how my journey into trial consulting began, unexpectedly but significantly. While I was in charge of a claims department, a seemingly routine decision led me to discover a passion for trial consulting that
What to expect: The Henning Mediation process
Traditional litigation can be time-consuming, costly, and adversarial. Thankfully, there’s another way forward: Mediation is a voluntary process designed to resolve disputes efficiently and amicably. Under guidance from our team of award-winning neutrals, mediation enables both parties to work together to find mutually beneficial and sustainable solutions. During the Henning Mediation process, we invite participants
Navigating a Business Divorce
When a business partnership (the term “partnership” is used in the generic sense and not to indicate the form of business entity) starts deteriorating, it can be very similar to a marriage divorce: disruptive, difficult, and messy. The business partners are under emotional stress, and their lines of communication break down, usually resulting in adverse effects on the business’s operations. There are a number of issues to consider in a business divorce.
Strategies for Managing Emotions in Mediation
Mediation can be a challenging space for managing emotions because it necessarily involves navigating conflicts or disputes. Often the conflicts are personal; one side perceives they have been harmed by another, either physically or financially, and it is often difficult to separate the underlying facts of the dispute from the claim that needs to be
Devin McCoy Named Henning Award Recipient for John Marshall Law School
Ms. Devin McCoy was recently named as the award recipient for John Marshall Law School.
Grayson Shade Walker named Edward J. Henning Award Winner for Emory University School of Law
Grayson Shade Walker was recently named as the Edward J. Henning Memorial Award recipient for Emory University School of Law.
Julianna Hightower named the Edward J. Henning Memorial Award winner for Georgia Law School
Ms. Julianna Hightower was recently named as the award recipient for Georgia Law School
Should You Become a Mediator?
Are you curious about whether mediation is right for you? We asked Hon. M. Gino Brogdon, Sr. for his advice on how to successfully move to mediation.
Why Specialization Matters to Your Mediation
At Henning Mediation, our commitment to specialization is a testament to our dedication to excellence. By ensuring that our mediators are not only skilled in the art of mediation but are also experts in the fields they cover, we bring a level of insight and precision to the mediation process that is unmatched. Whether it’s navigating the complexities of Intellectual Property disputes in Technology/IT, addressing sensitive issues in Healthcare/Medical cases, or resolving high-stakes disagreements in the Banking & Finance sector, our specialized approach ensures that every case is handled with the utmost expertise and care.
The Rise of Virtual and Hybrid Mediations: A Convenient and Effective Alternative
In recent years, the popularity of virtual mediation (supported by virtual platform tools such as Zoom) and hybrid mediation has skyrocketed. As an alternative to traditional in-person mediations, virtual mediation formats have proven to be a practical solution that is here to stay. Traditionally, mediation sessions required all parties, lawyers, and mediators to be physically
Henning Proudly Expands its Distinguished Panel
Henning Mediation and Arbitration, a pioneer in mediation and arbitration services, is pleased to announce the addition of four highly skilled and esteemed mediators to its panel. This expansion further enhances Henning Mediation’s ability to provide exceptional dispute resolution services and meet the diverse needs of its clients. The new neutrals joining the esteemed panel
Misconceptions about Mediation
Over the past several decades, mediation has become increasingly useful in resolving disputes. In many instances, it is, in effect, the new way to litigate, meaning it is the sole forum utilized for resolving a dispute, not merely an adjunct to the court proceeding. Yet, despite the growth in the alternative dispute resolution industry, several
Ten Steps to Success at Mediation
Today, crowded civil dockets often require your clients to wait their turn, sometimes for years, while the financial and emotional costs of litigation spiral out of control. Mediation has become an essential alternative to a clogged judicial system, making effective mediation strategies an important skill set for every successful litigator. I have represented hundreds of
Mediation Confidentiality: A Tale Of Two Opinions
Facts matter. Sometimes. In the world of mediation where confidentiality is the cornerstone of process that is now responsible for the resolution of the vast majority of civil cases, the strange case of Rogers v. Dupree, 340 Ga. App. 811, 799 S.E.2d 1, 11 (2017), cert. granted, cause remanded (Apr. 16, 2018), is demonstrative of both propositions.
Rae Ra named Edward J. Henning Memorial Award Winner for Emory Law School
The Atlanta Bar Association Dispute Resolution Section has sponsored the Edward J. Henning Memorial Award for many years. This is a cash award given to an outstanding ADR student at each of the state’s five ABA-accredited law schools: Emory, Georgia, Mercer, Georgia State, and John Marshall. These awards are given in memory of Ed Henning,
In Post-Pandemic Era, ADR Gains in Importance
Alternative dispute resolution has always been important to help resolve cases short of a jury trial. Defendants can save costs by concluding the case early, and plaintiffs are able to realize the cash value of their case without lengthy court delays and uncertainty. As a result of the pandemic, court delays have been drastically magnified,
Doraly Blanton Named Edward J. Henning Memorial Award Winner for Georgia Law School
The Atlanta Bar Association Dispute Resolution Section has sponsored the Edward J. Henning Memorial Award for many years. This is a cash award given to an outstanding ADR student at each of the state’s five ABA-accredited law schools: Emory, Georgia, Mercer, Georgia State, and John Marshall. These awards are given in memory of Ed Henning,
Confidentiality, Wherefore Art Thou? (It Matters)
The power and privilege of being able to have truly confidential conversations in mediation in a digital world where every thought, however well or poorly considered, can and is often instantly shared on some electronic public form cannot be overstated. Mediation participants have a hard time even understanding, much less embracing, the idea that they
Henning Mediator Named President of the State Bar of Georgia
Congratulations Tony Delcampo, president of the State Bar of Georgia and Henning Mediator! Join us in congratulating J. Antonio “Tony” Delcampo, the 61st president of the State Bar of Georgia. Tony was sworn in by Chief Justice Michael Boggs of the Supreme Court of Georgia in Savannah. Tony is a member of Henning’s distinguished
Savannah, GA Welcomes Henning Mediation
Founded in Atlanta in 1996, the family-owned business pioneered alternative dispute resolution in the southeast. Today, we handle everything from simple to multi-party disputes, working to settle more than 75 percent of the cases we hear. And now, through the end of the year, we are waiving our travel fees to Savannah! View Savannah Panel By