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 Chair

Susan Feder
415 453 1659
susan@susanfedermediation.com

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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

There are no upcoming Alternative Dispute Resolution events

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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President's Message

Repairing Our World One Step at a Time

Jun 04, 2020
By Susan Feder

Our society and criminal justice system remain plagued by systemic racism and inequality. As much as we know injustice and inequality exist, it is easy to feel powerless in the face of such an overwhelming problem. Videos like the one of George Floyd's murder can reinforce that powerlessness. Or they can spur us to action.

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Will the Constitution’s Contracts Clause Doom the French Laundry?

Jun 03, 2020
By DANIEL J. SCHNEIDER

As the owners of the French Laundry, along with numerous other policyholders, litigate insurance coverage of COVID-19-related mandatory closures under their business interruption clauses, some states are considering legislation to mandate such coverage under those clauses. Insurers argue that a mandatory coverage law affecting policies that would not otherwise cover COVID-19 losses would violate the Constitution's Contracts Clause.

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Will Insurers Be Subsidizing Your Next Meal at the French Laundry? Business Interruption Claims Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

Jun 02, 2020
By Daniel J. Schneider

Foodies have long known Thomas Keller for his Michelin-starred restaurants, including The French Laundry, at which until recently, for a small fortune, one could be treated to culinary mastery. During the COVID-19 pandemic, with the French Laundry and his other establishments closed, Mr. Keller is becoming known in insurance law circles in California for litigating business interruption coverage for losses from shelter-in-place orders.

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Marin Court Clerk's Offices Reopen June 1

Court posts documents for procedures

May 29, 2020
By MCBA

Effective June 1st - Marin County Superior Court's Clerk's Offices will reopen. Courtroom proceedings will be virtual through the use of remote video technologies until further notice. Posted are 3 resource documents.

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Marin Court Alert

Administrative Order 20-08 Issued May 26, 2020. Effective June 1

May 26, 2020
By Presiding Judge Andrew Sweet

This Administrative Order 20-08 supplements Administrative Orders 20-07, 20-06, 20-05, and 20-04. Except as specifically modified herein, Administrative Orders 20-07, 20-06, 20-05, and 20-4 remain in full force and effect. The Marin County Superior Court will remain closed for all non-essential matters until 11:59 p.m. on May 29, 2020

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