Established in 1991, the Dispute Resolution Institute (DRI) offers rigorous academic discourse, hands-on simulation experience, and cross-disciplinary examination of ADR themes in domestic and summer abroad courses for law students, lawyers, and other professionals. DRI's purpose is to educate students in the full range of theory and skills needed to be successful creative agents of conflict resolution and social healing both at home and abroad.
Mediation with Professor Stulberg
(3 credits)
January 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8 ~ 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Mediation with Professor Love
(3 credits)
January 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8 ~ 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Negotiation
(2 credits)
January 4, 5, 7, 8 ~ 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Facilitation Skills
(1 credit)
January 9-10 ~ 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Writing To Persuade
(1 credit)
January 9-10 ~ 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Theories of Conflict
(2 credits)
January 11, 12, 14, 15 ~ 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Cross-Cultural Dispute Resolution
(1 credit)
January 16-17 ~ 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Mediation
January 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
3 law school credits; Qualifies for 35 CLE credits. This course meets the MN Rule 114 30-Hour certification requirements of the Minnesota Supreme Court.
Through discussion, simulations, and role-play, this course focuses on the structure and goals of the mediation process and on the skills and techniques mediators use to aid parties in overcoming barriers to dispute resolution. The course also examines the underlying negotiation orientations and strategies which mediators may confront and employ; the roles of attorneys and clients; dealing with difficult people and power imbalances; cultural, race, and social identity considerations; and ethical issues for lawyers and mediators. In addition, special attention is devoted to the art of successful representation of clients in mediation.
Faculty:
Joseph Stulberg, John W. Bricker Professor of Law, The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
Mediation (Section 2)
January 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
3 law school credits; Qualifies for 35 CLE credits. This course meets the MN Rule 114 30-Hour certification requirements of the Minnesota Supreme Court.
Through discussion, simulations, and role-play, this course focuses on the structure and goals of the mediation process and on the skills and techniques mediators use to aid parties in overcoming barriers to dispute resolution. The course also examines the underlying negotiation orientations and strategies which mediators may confront and employ; the roles of attorneys and clients; dealing with difficult people and power imbalances; cultural, race, and social identity considerations; and ethical issues for lawyers and mediators. In addition, special attention is devoted to the art of successful representation of clients in mediation.
Faculty:
Lela Love, Professor and Director, Kukin Program for Conflict Resolution, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University
January 4, 5, 7, 8
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
2 law school credits; Qualifies for 24 CLE credits; 24 Rule 114 CE credits applied for
This course examines the skills, constraints, and dynamics of the negotiation process. A theoretical framework for understanding negotiation practice in a variety of contexts will be developed through readings, as well as highly interactive exercises and role-plays. The course addresses fundamental skills such as systematic preparation, management of the negotiation process, and identification of optimal agreements. Ethical constraints of negotiation also are considered. Course content is drawn from the fields of law, psychology, business, and communication.
Faculty:
Giuseppe DePalo, International Professor of ADR Law and Practice, Hamline University School of Law; Co-Founder, ADR Center, Italy
Facilitation Skills
January 9 - 10
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
1 law school credit
Qualifies for 12 CLE credits; 12 Rule 114 CE credits applied for
This course examines the skills, strategies, and dynamics of facilitation and is appropriate for anyone who will lead or facilitate meetings - from community task forces to multi-attorney/multi-party settlement negotiations. Facilitation Skills includes work on planning for and designing meetings, tools and techniques, interventions to keep meetings on track, and managing conflict in meetings. Through interactive simulations and activities, this course provides time for facilitation practice and feedback. This is a wonderful way to hone your leadership skills and to strengthen your ability to lead and facilitate meetings, whether in an organization, law firm, or community setting.
Faculty:
Zena Zumeta, President, Mediation Training & Consultation Institute
Writing To Persuade
January 9 - 10
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
1 law school credit; Qualifies for 12 CLE credits; 12 Rule 114 CE credits applied
When people think of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), they think of spoken communication: participants sitting down in a room together to talk things out. But ADR involves a substantial amount of written communication as well, ranging from drafting demand letters and settlement proposals to responding to hostile correspondence to reassuring clients while ascertaining that their outcome expectations remain reasonable. And much of this correspondence must seek, at least gently, to suggest that parties change positions or adjust expectations. This course will focus on how to communicate effectively, in writing, in the ADR setting. How do you convey information clearly, avoid misunderstandings, and persuade when you have only a limited range of communication tools available?
Faculty:
Mary Trevor, Associate Professor and Legal Research and Writing Director, Hamline University School of Law
Theories of Conflict
January 11, 12, 14, 15
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
2 law school credits; Qualifies for 24 CLE credits; 24 Rule 114 CE credits applied for
This interdisciplinary course introduces students to important theoretical perspectives on our understanding of conflict and conflict response. Specifically, students explore the biological/ physiological, psychodynamic, social psychological, communication and sociological/political perspectives on conflict by reading and discussing major theoretical works within each perspective. Emphasis is on comparing and distinguishing key dimensions of these theories, such as the nature and sources of conflict, conflict escalation, conflict response, and the nature of the third party role. Classes follow an interactive format. Using case studies, exercises, and group discussion to draw upon personal experiences, including those involving race and social identity, the course explores the usefulness of each perspective to understanding the experience of conflict.
Faculty:
Timothy Hedeen, Associate Professor of Conflict Management, Kennesaw State University
Cross-Cultural Dispute Resolution
January 16 -17
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
1 law school credit; Qualifies for 12 CLE credits; 12 Rule 114 CE credits applied for
As globalization continues to transform our world, effective cross-cultural dispute resolution is a necessity. However, cross-cultural relationships are often characterized by uncertainty and miscommunication. To succeed in the face of profound difference, parties in conflict must work especially hard to effectively communicate and seek understanding. This course examines how obvious and not-so-obvious cultural difference impacts resolution of inter-personal and inter-state (international) disputes. Specifically, the course will bring an international perspective to understanding the impact of culture in the most commonly used international and domestic dispute resolution processes (negotiation, mediation and arbitration). It will follow a three-step approach to know and understand the influence of culture on decision-making, including: awareness and knowledge of one's own culture; knowledge and understanding of another party's culture; and knowledge and impact of either on the desired goal/outcome of the dispute. This course will help students be more culturally aware and better equipped for effective participation in dispute resolution processes that increasingly involve different languages, customs, values, nationalities, and states of origin.
Faculty:
Sukhsimranjit Singh, Associate Director, Center for Dispute Resolution, Willamette College of Law
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Students must attend all class sessions and complete advance reading assignments. Degree-seeking students must submit a written paper or complete a take-home examination after classes end.
Enrollment is limited to enhance the interactive nature of each course.
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COURSE MATERIALS
All courses require completion of a reading assignment prior to the first class meeting. There is a separate charge for books and course materials, for which you will be billed along with the balance of your course tuition one week prior to the start of each course. The cost of books and materials varies. A course syllabus, advance reading assignment, and course materials will be mailed to you approximately two weeks prior to the start of the course.
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REGISTRATION
Law/Graduate Students: Degree-seeking students currently enrolled in an ABA-accredited law school should complete Part A of the application form and return it with a letter from their school's registrar reflecting their status as a student in good standing with permission to take the Hamline course(s) as a visiting student. NOTE: Hamline law students do not need a letter of good standing from the registrar.Attorneys: Attorneys may apply for admission to take January Term courses by completing Part B of the application form and they will be granted special student status. CLE and Rule 114 credits will be granted upon completion of each course.
Others: Other professionals may apply for admission to January Term courses by completing Part C of the application form. To be considered, applicants must furnish an official transcript of undergraduate or graduate course work.
Applications are accepted on a first-come/first-registered basis. Hamline students will receive confirmation of enrollment via e-mail; all other students will receive confirmation of enrollment by regular mail. Hamline University School of Law reserves the right to cancel any course that does not meet minimum enrollment requirements.
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TUITION
Tuition for degree-seeking students is $1,000 per credit. This includes students seeking credit for a graduate degree or those seeking credits to complete the Hamline Certificate Program in Dispute Resolution.Tuition for audit students is $500 per credit with the exception of the Mediation course which is offered at a flat fee of $1,000.
A $150 per course, non-refundable tuition deposit must accompany all applications. The tuition deposit will be deducted from the total tuition amount. This deposit will only be returned if the applicant is not accepted into the course. The balance of the tuition is due one week prior to the beginning class session for each course after which no refund will be made.
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For more information, contact:
Stephanie Harkema, Student Records
Email: sharkema01@hamline.edu
Phone: 651-523-2738
Fax: 651-523-3028
Hamline University School of Law
1536 Hewitt Avenue MS-D2004
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55104-1237
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Hamline University is registered as a private institution with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions.
