Form of Mediation: I use a general get-together to identify issues, followed by individual caucuses.
Nature of Practice: I am a sole practitioner, working out of a home office. I am listed on the Dispute Resolution Commission's list of Public Policy Mediators.
Arrangements: Space for mediation is available through US Arbitration and Mediation; available to travel and work outside of standard business hours by arrangement.
Mediation and Other Professional Activities: Mediator, 75%; Arbitrator, 20%; Law Practice 5%.
Affiliations, Credentials and Experience: JD, University of Oregon, 1955; BS in Law, University of Oregon, 1953; BA, Spanish, Portland State University, 1969; BA, French, Portland State University, 1992; Martindale-Hubbell, A-V Rating; Member: ADR, and Labor & Employment Sections, OSB. Panel Member: USA&M; ASP; ERB, FMCS, Post Office Mediation. Member of OSB, Wash. State Bar, ABA and MBA; Editor, Workers' Compensation Handbook, OSB, 1994, 1990, 1984, 1980; OSB Board of Governors, 1992-1994; Vice-President, OSB 1993-1994; MBA Bd. Directors, 1998-2002; ABA Delegate, 2000-2002; Recipient, OSB Award of Merit, 1995; MBA Professionalism Award, 1995; U. of Oregon Meritorious Service Award, 1996.
Areas of Emphasis/Interest: Personal Injury, Torts, Labor/Employment, Workers' Compensation, Professional Liability, Health Care, International, Community/Public Policy, Labor.
Mediation Philosophy/Style: I am result-oriented and try to assist the parties to resolve the dispute; fairness, efficiency, good listening skills, 35 years of litigation experience; high settlement rate.