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Brian Robison
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ADR Specialist, Attorney
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Join date: Jun 6, 2025
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Sep 3, 2026 ∙ 4 min
The Joint Opening Session Is Nearly Extinct. I Still Offer It Every Time.
Joint opening sessions with attorney argument used to be standard practice in mediation. Brian Robison explains why nearly every lawyer now rejects that idea — and why he still offers the option every single time.
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Jul 28, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Impasse As a Turning Point, Not a Failure
When mediation hits an impasse, the instinct is often to push harder. However, cognitive psychology suggests the exact opposite. Based on insights from Professor Laura Frase, this post explores why getting stuck isn't a failure, but a necessary "incubation" stage. Discover how taking a genuine, low-cognitive-load break helps attorneys overcome tunnel vision and unlock fresh perspectives to resolve disputes.
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Jul 22, 2026 ∙ 7 min
The Mediator's Skill Isn't Just Legal — It's Also Emotional Intelligence
An employer who goes nuclear when an employee leaves often spends six months and a fortune only to realize the harm was never that bad. Brian Robison explains why emotional intelligence, not just evidence, settles these cases.
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