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CLE: Maximizing mediation

On Demand

If you’ve ever left a settlement conference thinking it could have gone better, this CLE is for you.

Get practical strategies you can use the next time you walk into a settlement conference. We’ll dig into the decision-making biases that stall progress and explore how to help clients move from emotion to resolution.

This course is eligible for 1.0 CLE credit. Registrants can access the credit tab in the CE21 registration link to see if their state is listed.

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  • CED
    By Claude Ducloux
CED

What you’ll learn at this webinar

  • Spot the biases that derail settlement decision-making

  • Set client expectations early and keep your client on board through the process

  • Create an atmosphere of resolution with opposing counsel and the court

  • Choose the right timing for mediation and recognize when “too early” is a recipe for failure

  • Prepare your mediator with the right information without drowning them in paper

Settlement isn’t a moment. It’s a process.

Most settlement conferences fail long before anyone enters the room. Not because the law is wrong, but because expectations are misaligned, emotions run high, and decisions get framed too late to change course.

This CLE reframes settlement as a process that starts weeks or months earlier. You’ll learn how to guide clients through uncertainty, anticipate resistance from opposing parties, and prepare strategically so mediation becomes a productive turning point rather than a last-ditch effort.

When attorneys understand how psychology influences perception, risk tolerance, and negotiation posture, they gain leverage that has nothing to do with billable hours and everything to do with outcomes.

Why psychology often matters more than precedent

Legal analysis gets you to the table. Psychology determines whether anyone leaves satisfied.

From anchoring bias to loss aversion, decision-making shortcuts shape how parties evaluate offers, assess risk, and interpret fairness. Ignoring those forces can stall negotiations even when the numbers make sense.

In this CLE, you’ll explore how attorneys can ethically and effectively account for these biases. Not to manipulate outcomes, but to create clarity, reduce conflict, and help clients make decisions they can stand behind long after the case is closed.

Frequently asked questions

Is this CLE webinar available on demand?

Yes. This webinar is available on demand, so you can watch it at a time that works best for your schedule.

Is this program eligible for CLE credit?

Yes. This on-demand program qualifies for CLE credit. Credit eligibility and requirements may vary by jurisdiction, so be sure to review your state’s specific rules for on-demand CLEs.

Can I start and stop the webinar, or watch it in multiple sittings?

Yes. On-demand access allows you to pause, rewind, and return to the program as needed.

Who should watch this webinar?

This session is designed for litigation attorneys, firm owners, and legal professionals involved in case strategy, client counseling, or settlement preparation. 

Will this CLE cover ethical considerations?

Yes. Ethical responsibilities related to client counseling, decision-making, and settlement strategy are addressed throughout the program.

Do I need to complete anything to receive CLE credit?

Yes. You must watch the entire program to receive CLE credit. The webinar includes attendance prompts throughout to verify participation.

This CLE gives you the insight, language, and strategies to walk into your next settlement conference prepared to lead, not react. If you want better conversations, clearer client decisions, and resolutions that actually stick, this hour is time well spent.

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Presenter
CED

Claude Ducloux