Judicial Reference
The procedural rules and constitution of California allow parties to refer …
Category: Arbitration/Mediation/ADR
Jurisdiction
Literally means the right to make law. Its legal meaning …
Kompetenz-Kompetenz
German for Competence-Competence it refers to the idea that an …
Material
In simple terms ‘material’ as an adjective means important. In …
Maximalist Negotiator, Negotiating Position
Refers to someone who takes an extreme initial position in …
Mediation
A usually non-binding form of dispute resolution where a neutral …
Mediator’s Proposal
A proposal made by a mediator as a way to …
Narrative Pleading
Refers to a pleading style where the complaint, motion, request-for-arbitration …
New York Convention
Popular name for the United Nations Convention on the Recognition …
Non-Disparagement Clause
A contractual clause, sometimes found in employment contracts and, more …