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Master pre-litigation negotiations, mediation strategies, ethical considerations, and interest-based techniques to effectively settle civil litigation cases.

2025-01-23 13:00:00

Master pre-litigation negotiations, mediation strategies, ethical considerations, and interest-based techniques to effectively settle civil litigation cases.

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Course Overview

Mastering Litigation Settlement Strategies

Participants will learn practical techniques for negotiating settlements at every litigation stage, from pre-filing demands through trial. These skills apply to plaintiff-side civil cases, mediations, and complex multiparty disputes.

Settlement Timing

Evaluate when cases are ripe for negotiation.

Ethical Negotiations

Maintain professional standards throughout settlement discussions.

Mediation Preparation

Prepare clients and materials for effective mediations.

Interest-Based Strategies

Uncover underlying interests to craft durable agreements.

Course Overview

Mastering Litigation Settlement Strategies

Participants will learn practical techniques for negotiating settlements at every litigation stage, from pre-filing demands through trial. These skills apply to plaintiff-side civil cases, mediations, and complex multiparty disputes.

Settlement Timing

Evaluate when cases are ripe for negotiation.

Ethical Negotiations

Maintain professional standards throughout settlement discussions.

Mediation Preparation

Prepare clients and materials for effective mediations.

Interest-Based Strategies

Uncover underlying interests to craft durable agreements.

Why Attend

Why this 
program matters

Mastering litigation settlement strategies enables legal practitioners to achieve favorable client outcomes while avoiding costly trials and preserving business relationships.
95%
Of civil cases settle before trial according to U.S. Department of Justice statistics.
80%
Success rate for mediation in reaching agreements according to the American Bar Association.
35.6
Median months from filing to trial for federal civil cases that go to trial versus 6.9 months for settled cases.
$529B
Annual U.S. tort system costs in 2022 representing 2.1% of GDP and $4,207 per American household.

Agenda

Session 1

Effective Settlement Tactics: Evaluating Resources, Costs, and Benefits

Session 2

Crafting Effective Offers and Managing Multi-Party Settlements

clock 1:00 pm - 3:10 pm EST

Effective Settlement Tactics: Evaluating Resources, Costs, and Benefits

Christopher Lavorato

Wynne & Wynne, Austin

Ara Jabagchourian

Law Offices of Ara Jabagchourian, P.C.

Jeff Kichaven

Jeff Kichaven

Melissa Kinzler

LennoxCooper.com

This session explores settlement as a strategic tool, examining when to pursue litigation versus settlement and the key factors influencing that decision. Participants will learn to evaluate parties’ individual resources, conduct cost-benefit analyses, and assess non-monetary benefits in settlements including timing considerations, client goals, and ethical obligations.

Christopher Lavorato

Wynne & Wynne, Austin

Ara Jabagchourian

Law Offices of Ara Jabagchourian, P.C.

Jeff Kichaven

Jeff Kichaven

Melissa Kinzler

LennoxCooper.com

clock 3:20 pm - 4:20 pm EST

Crafting Effective Offers and Managing Multi-Party Settlements

Christopher Lavorato

Wynne & Wynne, Austin

Ara Jabagchourian

Law Offices of Ara Jabagchourian, P.C.

Jeff Kichaven

Jeff Kichaven

Melissa Kinzler

LennoxCooper.com

This session focuses on crafting and presenting settlement offers that address underlying interests, incorporate non-monetary value, and maintain objective credibility through interest-based negotiation techniques. Participants will explore stakeholder mapping, coalition-building strategies for complex multi-party disputes, and learn to navigate settlement agreements by anticipating contingencies and implementing monitoring and compliance provisions.

Christopher Lavorato

Wynne & Wynne, Austin

Ara Jabagchourian

Law Offices of Ara Jabagchourian, P.C.

Jeff Kichaven

Jeff Kichaven

Melissa Kinzler

LennoxCooper.com

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Key topics that will be covered

What will you learn

Attorneys will learn pre-litigation settlement negotiations, ethical considerations, mediation best practices, and crafting effective settlement offers from both plaintiff-side and mediator perspectives.

What will you gain

Attorneys will gain practical strategies for determining case ripeness, formulating demands, uncovering party interests, and drafting enforceable settlement agreements throughout litigation.

Case Ripeness
Determining when settlement negotiations should begin based on client interest and case development.
Ethical Standards
Maintaining competence and avoiding deception throughout all settlement negotiation stages.
Demand Formulation
Creating effective demands with factual information, damages documentation, and supporting evidence.
Interest-Based Negotiation
Focusing on underlying needs rather than rigid positions to craft creative solutions.
Mediator Selection
Choosing mediators with strong listening skills and joint session management capability.
Settlement Drafting
Including binding language, signature requirements, and confidentiality provisions in agreements.

What will you learn

Attorneys will learn pre-litigation settlement negotiations, ethical considerations, mediation best practices, and crafting effective settlement offers from both plaintiff-side and mediator perspectives.

What will you gain

Attorneys will gain practical strategies for determining case ripeness, formulating demands, uncovering party interests, and drafting enforceable settlement agreements throughout litigation.

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Joe Ervin

The Law Firm for Truck Safety, LLP
A Partner at The Law Firm for Truck Safety. He focuses exclusively on cases involving commercial motor vehicle crashes and wrongful death. Joe also holds a valid class “A” commercial driver’s license with endorsements for double/triple trailers and tankers.

Education & Credentials

A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Recognition & Leadership

Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety.
 He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.

Professional Involvement

Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024).
 He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.

Experience

Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.

Kevin Foley

Reminger Co
A Partner at The Law Firm for Truck Safety. He focuses exclusively on cases involving commercial motor vehicle crashes and wrongful death. Joe also holds a valid class “A” commercial driver’s license with endorsements for double/triple trailers and tankers.

Education & Credentials

A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Recognition & Leadership

Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety.
 He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.

Professional Involvement

Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024).
 He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.

Experience

Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.

Grant H. Lawson

The Law Firm for Truck Safety, LLP
A Partner at The Law Firm for Truck Safety. He focuses exclusively on cases involving commercial motor vehicle crashes and wrongful death. Joe also holds a valid class “A” commercial driver’s license with endorsements for double/triple trailers and tankers.

Education & Credentials

A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Recognition & Leadership

Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety.
 He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.

Professional Involvement

Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024).
 He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.

Experience

Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.

Christopher Lavorato

Wynne & Wynne, Austin

Ara Jabagchourian

Law Offices of Ara Jabagchourian, P.C.

Jeff Kichaven

Jeff Kichaven

Melissa Kinzler

LennoxCooper.com

Christopher Lavorato

Wynne & Wynne, Austin

Trial attorney specializing in civil litigation and family law, routinely representing clients in federal and state courts in cases involving product defects, aviation mishaps, wrongful death, personal injury, traumatic brain injury, spinal injury, clergy abuse, and sexual assault.

Education & Credentials

J.D. degree, Santa Clara University School of Law; B.A. degree, University of San Francisco; FAA-certified commercial pilot (IFR / VFR)

Recognition & Leadership

Highest Martindale-Hubbel rated, one of Austin's Top Attorneys, California and Texas Super Lawyers

Professional Involvement

Frequently provides pro-bono services to those in need, including military veterans.

Experience

Successfully tried, arbitrated, and mediated cases for over 21 years. Prior military officer and UH-60 Blackhawk pilot.

Christopher Lavorato

Wynne & Wynne, Austin

Trial attorney specializing in civil litigation and family law, routinely representing clients in federal and state courts in cases involving product defects, aviation mishaps, wrongful death, personal injury, traumatic brain injury, spinal injury, clergy abuse, and sexual assault.

Education & Credentials

J.D. degree, Santa Clara University School of Law; B.A. degree, University of San Francisco; FAA-certified commercial pilot (IFR / VFR)

Recognition & Leadership

Highest Martindale-Hubbel rated, one of Austin's Top Attorneys, California and Texas Super Lawyers

Professional Involvement

Frequently provides pro-bono services to those in need, including military veterans.

Experience

Successfully tried, arbitrated, and mediated cases for over 21 years. Prior military officer and UH-60 Blackhawk pilot.

Ara Jabagchourian

Law Offices of Ara Jabagchourian, P.C.

Trial attorney with vast experience in numerous areas of civil law, having handled hundreds of matters to successful resolution through settlement or verdict, including cases ranging from small personal injury matters to class action fraud matters exceeding $100 million verdict.

Recognition & Leadership

Recognized as an expert in numerous areas, publishing over two dozen legal articles and lecturing across the state.

Experience

Started legal career as staff attorney for the Federal Trade Commission, Bureau of Competition in Washington D.C. handling antitrust matters. Worked for a large firm representing companies in antitrust, intellectual property and commercial disputes. Partner at plaintiff-oriented law firm handling over a hundred matters to completion. Served as judicial extern for Associate Justice Marvin R. Baxter of the California Supreme Court and Presiding Justice James Ardaiz of the California Court of Appeals, Fifth Appellate District.

Jeff Kichaven

Jeff Kichaven

One of America’s leading mediators, recognized as a Global Elite Thought Leader in the mediation field.

Education & Credentials

Honors Graduate of Harvard Law School; Phi Beta Kappa Graduate of the University of California, Berkeley (AB Economics)

Recognition & Leadership

Ranked in Chambers – Band 1 on the USA-Nationwide list; Lexology (f/k/a Who's Who Legal) Global Elite Thought Leader; Elected Member of the American Law Institute; Views on mediation cited in The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.

Melissa Kinzler

LennoxCooper.com

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