Courts tend towards imposing geographical restriction unless specific circumstances warrant otherwise. -Attorney Dannielle Simms In this episode, Texas Attorney Dannielle Simms of Simmslawgroup.com joined Mac Pierre-Louis of Macpierrelouis.com to share perspectives on geographic restrictions over children as discussed in Texas Family Code Section 153.134, including addressing disputes when one party seeks to relocate due to […]
EP 241 Effective Use of AI and Decision Science in Mediation with Robert Bergman
In Episode 241, Robert Bergman of NextLevelMediation.com joined with Mac Pierre-Louis of MacPierreLouis.com and Thomas G. Giglione of WeAgreeMediators.com on how Next Level Mediation can assist neutrals to use AI to help parties in conflict find the best solutions for their conflicts. As a leader in the field of AI and conflict resolution, and with 60 years of experience, Robert […]
EP 240 Cultural Impact of AI – A Conversation with Mediator Professor Raheena Lalani Dahya
An algorithm isn’t thinking; it’s executing… It’s very difficult to look at a conflict and ignore the technological side. -Prof. Lalani Dahya Lawyer & Mediator Raheena Lalani Dahya stopped by the Lawyers & Mediators International podcast to discuss with Mac Pierre-Louis and Thomas G. Giglione of WeAgreeMediators.com, modern technology’s impact on culture and vice versa, […]
EP 239 OPENJUSTICE.AI – A Conversation with Professor Samuel Dahan
Law Professor Samuel Dahan of Queens University discussed OpenJustice.ai with Mac Pierre-Louis and Thomas G. Giglione of WeAgreeMediators.com. Samuel discussed the development of legal AI systems and the lead he and The Conflict Analytics Lab has taken in developing OpenJustice.ai in the push to popularize access to justice applications. Samuel has participated in other such […]
EP 238 What is a Synthetic Attorney – A Conversation with Sean McDonald of Semantic-Life.com
In this episode, attorney Mac Pierre-Louis interviews Sean McDonald, founder of the AI company Semantic-Life.com about the concept of a “synthetic attorney.” Sean’s the founder of 2 venture capital backed startups and has a long history developing artificial intelligence tools. On a personal note, the interview is a reconnection because Sean and Mac grew up […]
Balance with Technology through Mastery of Technology
I recently watched the 2023 film The Creator, starring John David Washington. It presents a futuristic Earth where humans are at war with AI. Not the Terminator type of AI with Skynet, but one in which the AI beings are the good guys who wish to live alongside humans. Science fiction aside, this idea of […]
Lesson Preview on F.R.I.D.A AI for Harris County Family Courts
On January 13, 2024, several lawyers and mediators got together to discuss recent AI updates and how they impact lawyers and mediators. That recording is available to watch for free on LMITrainings.com at the lesson LESSON – 1.13.24 What to Know About AI Training. Below is a quick preview that introduces a data set of […]
Introduction to Peacefultalks.com with Darcy Thompson and Jeff Aresty
Darcy Thompson and Jeff Aresty are mediators who founded Peaceful Talks, a mediation office that helps people resolve disputes through peaceful communication. Darcy has extensive experience in mediating civil, community, business, school, and faith-based disputes. Jeff’s background lies in business and real estate law, focusing on keeping deals together and maintaining effective relationships. Peaceful Talks […]








