Section Alternative Dispute Resolution

The ADR Section (Alternative Dispute Resolution) works to further the knowledge of its members by developing and implementing programs and training in alternative dispute resolution, and to offer Continuing Legal Education (CLE). ADR Section members are lawyers and nonlawyers who serve as mediators, arbitrators, and neutral case evaluators. Attorneys and other professionals who advocate for their clients in ADR proceedings are welcome to join the section.

Section Chairs

Susan Feder
415 453 1659
susan@susanfedermediation.com

Hon. Lynn O’Malley Taylor (ret.)
415 860 0405
ltaylor@jamsadr.com

Download ADR Policies
Notices

Administrative Order 20-06

Updated April 1, 2020

Main County Superior Court Uniform Local Rules 2

Updated July 1, 2019

Update Emergency Orders to Administrative Orders 20-06

Updated April 6, 2020

Sat | Mar 13

8:30A-4:30P

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Joint BASF and MCBA ADR Section

Arbitrator Certificate Training

Thu | Mar 25

12-1P

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Joint ADR and Litigation Sections Meeting

Let's Make a Deal
1.0 CLE | General

Commercial Lease Restructuring Update from the Trenches: The Surprising Tenant Defense You May Be Overlooking

Dec 05, 2020
By Jeffrey H. Lerman, Philip R. Diamond & Daniel E. Dersham

COVID-19’s most urgent and significant impact on commercial tenants and landlords may be the sudden inability of many commercial tenants to pay their rent and the resulting challenges to their commercial landlords. Commercial tenant lawyers often discount the doctrine of commercial frustration as a defense because the general belief is that it is unlikely to succeed. Our advice? Don’t give up on it too readily: If the right facts are present for the tenant, both statutory and case law could lead to an acceptable lease restructuring or termination.

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MCLE FAIR RECAP

Virtual MCLE Fair a Great Success!

Dec 04, 2020
By The Marin Lawyer

MCBA hosted its first-ever all-virtual MCLE Fair last month. In another first, we partnered with multiple Bay Area bar associations, which allowed more people to attend at member rates. The Bay Area-wide audience and ability to appear via Zoom enabled us to attract prominent speakers and panelists from around the Bay Area and beyond. With thirteen separate programs over four days, including several panel discussions, program highlights will have to suffice for our recap.

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WEBINAR RECAP

Probate Court Update: News from the Court and Important Reminders About Compliance with Rules

Nov 19, 2020
By Robert Rosborough

On Friday, November 13, outgoing Co-Chair of MCBA’s probate and estate planning section Tim Barteau welcomed attorneys via Zoom to an update from Probate Court Judge Kelly Simmons. Tim reminded the audience that he and Co-Chair Valerie Kushel (who will join MCBA’s board of directors in 2021) are retiring as co-chairs after three years of service. He welcomed Paul Gruwell and Laura Gibbons as incoming co-chairs. Many thanks to Valerie and Tim for doing a great job for such an extended term and to Judge Simmons for taking her valuable time to meet with us.

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2021 Officers & Board of Directors Slate Announced

Board Nominees to Be Voted on at General Membership Meeting October 28

Oct 15, 2020
By MCBA

The slate for MCBA's 2021 officers and board of directors has been announced. Please join us on October 28 as the 2021 officers and new board members will be voted on during our virtual general membership meeting, which features an update from the Marin Superior Court.

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WEBINAR RECAP

Probate Court Update

Sep 30, 2020
By Paul Gruwell

MCBA’s probate and estate planning section hosted an extra meeting in September in order to learn the latest news from the probate court about operations during the pandemic. Section Co-Chair Timothy Barteau moderated an insightful question and answer session with Marin Superior Court’s Probate Judge, the Honorable Kelly V. Simmons, and the court’s Probate Examiner, Trudy Verzosa. The meeting featured questions on topics ranging from current court procedures to best practices for remote hearings to what to expect in coming months.

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COVID-19 Resources

Local News & Information Regarding COVID-19

Jun 30, 2020
By MCBA

Local News & Information Regarding COVID-19. Including Marin County Superior Court updates, Administrative orders, and Emergency orders.

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