Kovach's Mediation: Principles and Practice, Third Edition provides a comprehensive and thorough examination of the mediation process. This text surveys both the evolving theory and law which guide the contemporary use of mediation. Areas of recent development in mediation procedures are explored, along with relevant case law. Additional matters examined include issues surrounding confidentiality, enforceability of the agreement, participation of the parties and representatives, and the role of courts in referral and supervision. The role of the mediator, including ethics and qualifications are also explored in detail. This book also serves as a basis for the learning of mediation skills, whether in a clinical or classroom context. This new edition has an expanded examination of mediator skills, including considerations of factors such as psychological aspects in mediation and the impact of gender and culture on the process. The text is also available as a reference fo


Imprint: West Academic Publishing
Series: Coursebook
Publication Date: 05/01/2004
Related Subject(s): Dispute Resolution

Kimberlee K. Kovach, South Texas College of Law Houston

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