Yes, you CAN mediate if DV is an issue.
Mediation in cases with domestic violence involved are complicated. Should these cases be mediated? Can they be successfully mediated?
This course addresses managing domestic violence case in mediation, including: -amending restraining orders to allow mediation; -individual screening for severity and dynamics of domestic violence; -protective procedures for the mediation process; -controlling the mediation process; -developing appropriate parenting plans; and -research demonstrating less repeat violence after mediation cases compared to court.
Applicable to mediators/attorneys who handle mediation involving domestic violence.
2 activities • 1 videos • duration: 59m
Understanding & Managing High Conflict Legal Disputes
Bill Eddy is a pioneer in high-conflict personality theory and one of the most influential voices in modern conflict resolution. As a lawyer, mediator, therapist, and bestselling author of more than 30 books, he developed widely used tools including The CARS Method®, BIFF Response®, EAR Statements™, and the New Ways® series. His work is used across workplaces, courts, healthcare, government, and human services around the world. Bill’s integrated mental health and legal expertise continues to shape HCI’s research-driven methods for managing all levels of conflict. He also co-hosts the podcast It’s All Your Fault!
This session was very informative, such as the overview of the 'Four Types of Intimate Partner Violence', the appropriateness of using mediation where domestic violence is alleged or present and safeguards which can be employed in a mediation context.
