Training & Events

Event Information:

• Mon

  09

  Nov

  2026

  Successful Completion of Fall 2026 Commercial Mediation Training Programs!

  New York, NY, USA

   

  

  We are pleased to announce the successful completion of our two signature programs: the 3-Day Commercial Mediation Training and the 2-Day Advanced Commercial Mediation Training, offered through the New York State Bar Association, New York State Bar Association Dispute Resolution Law Section
  It was a delight and an honor to spend time with all our training participants and guests

  Together, these Part 146-approved New York State Unified Court System programs offered five days of intensive commercial mediation training, bringing together attorneys, mediators, and dispute resolution professionals for an enriching experience of learning, collaboration, and professional development.

   

  Our Sincere Appreciation to NYSBA
  We extend our heartfelt thanks to Evan Spelfogel, Program Chair; Loretta Gastwirth, Esq., Chair of the NYSBA Dispute Resolution Section; Kathy Suchocki, Associate Executive Director of NYSBA; Mercedes Peno, Section Liaison, Program and Event Manager; Amy Jasiewicz, Assistant Director, Section & Meeting Services Department;

   

  Distinguished Judicial Speakers and ADR Professionals
  We were honored to welcome Hon. Suzanne J. Adams, Administrative Judge for Civil Matters in New York County, and Hon. Saliann Scarpulla, New York State Supreme Court Justice, whose opening remarks provided inspiring perspectives on mediation and dispute resolution.
  We also extend our appreciation to Coleen Chin, Regional ADR Coordinator for the NYC Courts, and Albert M. Levi, ADR Coordinator of the Civil Division in Bronx County, for sharing valuable insights into court-connected ADR programs and practices.

   

  Special Thanks to Our Outstanding Facilitators
  A defining feature of these programs was the opportunity to participate in mediation role-plays, followed by thoughtful feedback and discussions with experienced mediators.
  We are especially grateful to our distinguished facilitators, whose generosity, expertise, and commitment to mentoring fellow professionals contributed greatly to the success of both trainings: William Bierce, Krista Gottlieb, Michael Byrne, Salman Ravala, Esq., Holly H. Weiss, Deborah A. Reperowitz, Deborah Masucci, Thomas Wiegand, Felicia Farber, Katherine Benesch, Glen Parker, Adam H Russ, Evan Spelfogel, John Libby, Bart Eagle, Barry Gold, Pamela Esterman, Richard Janvey, Marilyn K Genoa,Gary Shaffer, Chris Fladgate, Genesis Fisher, Esq.

   

  Special Thanks
  Special thanks must go to Ia Kurkhuli of Simeon H. Baum, Esq. Resolve Mediation Services, Inc., whose exceptional dedication and tireless efforts were instrumental in the planning, coordination, and successful execution of both training programs.

   

  We look forward to staying connected with our growing community of mediation alumni and welcoming participants to future programs.