In this interview, Lem Garcia (@lemgarcialaw) a personal injury (PI) attorney based in West Covina, California, discusses his journey in the legal field. He started his practice 10 years ago, initially handling various areas of law, but soon realized that focusing solely on personal injury cases would be the best way to serve his clients. […]
In this episode, Daniel Rainey of HolisticsSolutionsInc, a technology and mediation expert, and author of the book Integrating Technology into Your Dispute Resolution Practice: Making Friends with the Fourth Party, discusses the importance of integrating technology into dispute resolution practices. Daniel is a returning guest on the podcast, having been one of the first guests […]
In this episode, I discuss the behind-the-scenes process of producing this podcast. I share the technical setup I uses, both in studio and when traveling, to ensure high-quality recordings. I list below the tech equipment I routinely use, from laptop, to headphones, to various audio and video accessories like a drone and smart glasses. I […]
Dr. Jeanette Bicknell, of Bicknell Mediation, a Toronto-based mediation expert in workplace conflict resolution, shares her expertise with me and Thomas G. Giglione of WeAgreeMediators on the LMIPodcast. LMI went on the road and got a chance to record in front of the iconic Casa Loma castle in Toronto, Canada. Dr. Bicknell identifies the top […]
The LMIPodcast went on the road to Canada to connect with co-host Thomas G. Giglione of WeAgreeMediators and interview Attorney Jia Junaid of Lexaltico LLP. In the episode Jia shares her expertise on global mobility and immigration. She highlights the importance of understanding complex tax and residency regulations when relocating or investing abroad, citing real-life […]
In this episode, Toronto-based attorney Brian Gottheil, the Director of Training & Transformation at Bernardi (Hrlawyers.ca), joined the LMIPodcast on the road alongside Thomas G. Giglione of WeAgreeMediators to discuss the importance of transforming workplace culture and the role of HR investigations and training. He shares his journey from being an employment lawyer to leading […]
In this episode of the LMIPodcast, host Mac Pierre-Louis interviews Marzena Korzonek, a judge from Poland and a member of the European Association of Judges for Mediation (GEMME Poland). Judge Korzonek discusses her work in legal education through the Polish courts, particularly her involvement in a youth legal education program that focuses on peer mediation […]
The 3rd Annual Congress is taking place in Angers, France, from March 12-14. This is its 3rd gathering and one I chose to attend to develop my mediator skills, understand the field of conflict resolution from broader perspectives, and connect with like-minded colleagues around the world who share a passion for resolving disputes outside of […]
While stopping by France for the 3rd annual mediation congress in Angers, I interview Nathalie Armstrong Motin of HowToMarketMyMediationPractice, based in nearby Normandy, a worldwide expert in marketing for mediators and conflict resolution professionals. Nathalie emphasizes the power of video marketing, explaining how it helps build trust and authenticity with potential clients. She shares examples of how her […]
In this insightful conversation, Patrick Russell, of Meaningful-Mediation.com, a Florida-based attorney & mediator with over 30 years of legal experience, shares his top 10 tips for achieving a “meaningful mediation.” Key points include: Russell’s insights emphasize the importance of preparation, communication, and a collaborative mindset in achieving successful mediation outcomes. Not all mediations successfully settle, […]
