Episode 45: ADR and Collaborative Law- a US Perspective with Marc O. Sheridan

Expert Views On ADR (EVA) Vid /Podcast Show

I was thrilled to welcome Marc O. Sheridan to Expert Views on ADR (EVA) Show. He is a partner at Markus & Sheridan LLP and Past Chair of the Westchester County Bar ADR Committee. Marc also trains human resources professionals, business groups, and owners in the New York City metropolitan area on using dispute resolution techniques in the workplace.

He is a panel mediator for the International Institute of Conflict Prevention and Resolution (CPR), an employment discrimination mediator for the United States District Court for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, a panel mediator for the Supreme Court, Westchester County Commercial Division and Civil Panels, and Westchester County. Marc co-authored the 9th Judicial District Presumptive Mediation Program Rules and the Westchester County Surrogate’s Court Presumptive Mediation Program. He wears many hats, so I have left the links to his profile below: https://www.mslawny.com/attorneys/sheridan-marc-o/ In this episode, we evaluated the following questions:

1. What is Collaborative Law and its impact in the US, specifically New York? 2. Is there any history associated with or behind Collaborative Law in the US? 3. Is there any measurable difference or impact on the Cost and Time Frame for settling disputes under Collaborative Law Compared to litigation and Mediation? 4. Any Similarities or Differences between Mediation and Collaborative Law? 5. What models can be used in Collaborative law? 6. Can a Collaborative Law Personal or Professional practice Collaborative law in another state where he is not trained? 7. Can it be used to settle all kinds of disputes or Conflicts? 8. Can Collaborative Law be utilised in all Cities / States in the US? 9. What is your advice for potential users and people pursuing a career in Collaborative Law? 10. Can you tell me more about the Collaborative training you offer? 11. What are the aims and objectives of Markus & Sheridan LLP?