Date: May 21, 2027

Time: 8:30am -4:30pm

Location: School of Conflict Managment, Peacebuilding & Development

3201 Campus Loop Rd Kennesaw, GA 30144

Cost: $425.00

Description:

The Georgia ADR Rules distinguish arbitration from mediation because an arbitrator or arbitration panel renders a decision after hearing an abbreviated version of the evidence. In non-binding arbitration, either party may demand trial within the specified period. The rules emphasize that arbitration is adjudicative, while mediation is not. 

Practical meaning: non-binding arbitration gives parties a neutral merits-based decision that can promote settlement, narrow issues, or reset expectations, but it normally does not eliminate the right to trial if a party timely rejects or challenges the award under the applicable local rule, court order, or agreement

The Learning Objectives:

Aspects of Non-Binding Arbitration

Appreciation of the differences between mediation, non-binding arbitration, and binding arbitration

Georgia Legal Framework and Arbitration Statutes

Judicial interpretation of non-binding arbitration

The Arbitration Process

Role of the Arbitrator

Ethical considerations

Trainer: John F. Martin, ESQ.

Registered Mediator | Trainer | Arbitrator

Conflict Coach with Louisiana State Bar

Deadline to Register:  May 14, 2027

Cancellation Policy: Prior to May 7, 2027, a full refund; May 7-14, 2027 an administration fee of $100.00 will be imposed. After May 14, 2027 no refund.

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