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Check out Woody’s Latest Article at Mediate.com

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We are excited to share a thought-provoking new article by our very own Forrest (Woody) Mosten, titled “Bringing Informed Consent & Consumerism into Mediation: Parties Jointly Select Their Lawyers.” Published on November 13, 2023, this insightful piece delves into the evolving landscape of lawyer selection in mediation.

Woody, a pioneer in the field, challenges traditional approaches and introduces a collaborative protocol for parties and mediators to jointly select consulting lawyers. This innovative method emphasizes the importance of informed consent and consumerism in the mediation process, aiming to enhance transparency and cooperation.

We highly encourage mediators, legal professionals, and anyone interested in the mediation process to read this article. It’s not just a reflection of Woody’s expertise and forward-thinking approach but also embodies the values and educational goals we uphold at Mosten Guthrie Academy.

Discover new perspectives and strategies that could reshape your approach to mediation. Read the full article now and join us in this important conversation about the future of mediation and legal representation.

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Woody’s New Book Now Available for Pre-Order!

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Together with co-authors Hon. Elizabeth Potter Scully and Lara Traum, Woody’s newest book, Effectively Representing Clients in Family Mediation, is now available for pre-order through the American Bar Association Section of Family Law! This book represents a must-read for all family law advocates who want to support their clients in respectfully and cooperatively restructure their families through the mediation process. The book even features a Bonus Chapter from Susan Guthrie on the advocates role in online mediation matters that is a do not miss in a post-covid virtual world!

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Forrest “Woody” Mosten to be Featured Speaker at the Collaborative Law Institute of MN Forum

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Woody will lead a dialogue about how Collaborative Practice of the future will blend with other ADR options such as mediation and unbundling.  Woody is recognized as the father of Unbundling and is one of the leading trainers of peacemakers, (including mediators and Collaborative professionals) in the world.  CLIM Founder, Ron Ousky says it best:  “I really believe that one of the great growth opportunities in Collaborative Practice will come from creating a deeper connection between Collaborative Practice and mediation.   Woody has more insights and experience in this area than anyone we know, so we are asking him to help us look into a future in which Collaborative Professionals and mediators work together to help their clients.”   Woody will speak on Connecting Collaboration, Mediation and Unbundling: a recipe for future growth for all Collaborative Professionals.

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Forrest “Woody” Mosten Named to the Inaugural “Who’s Who in ADR”

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Mosten Guthrie Academy is thrilled to announce that our esteemed leader and co-founder, Forrest (Woody) Mosten, has been named to the inaugural “Who’s Who in ADR” by ADR Times!

As announced in the press release today:

Forrest “Woody” Mosten, mediation pioneer and accomplished family collaborative lawyer of Mosten Mediation, bestselling author of numerous books, educator, and sought-after trainer of the Mosten Guthrie Academy, has been accepted into the inaugural edition of “Who’s Who in ADR” by ADR Times – the foremost dispute resolution community for successful mediators and arbitrators worldwide.

Mr. Mosten was vetted and selected by a review committee based on the depth and diversity of his experience. Criteria for acceptance include independent research of a neutral’s track record of successfully resolving commercial disputes, thought leadership profile, peer nominations, as well as personal and professional achievements and honors.

We are so proud of you Woody! Congratulations!

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3 Quick and Simple Tips for Marketing Your Family Law Mediation or Collaborative Practice

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Not that long ago I didn’t know the first thing about marketing myself and now, through a lot of trial and error and the opportunity to learn from some of the top pros in the field, I work with other mediation and collaborative professionals to help them build their practices and hone their marketing outreach.  My learning curve has been a rocket ride because there is just so much that falls under the marketing umbrella and for so many colleagues, the entire topic is just overwhelming and way outside their comfort zone.  I thought I would share three simple tips to help you get started based upon what has worked for me and other professionals that I have worked with.

Make Your Website a Reflection of What Your Clients are Seeking

If you work on nothing else, your website is one of the most important reflections of you, your practice and is your opportunity to let potential clients know who you are without even having the chance to speak with them yet.  In fact, statistics say that more than 75% of people who are considering hiring you will visit your website to check you out so be sure that your message is clear and that you are touching on the information that clients are seeking.  Remember, clients facing divorce or other family law situation are seeking a feeling.  Generally, they want to feel supported, safe, educated, and heard.  Your credentials are important, but creating a website that appeals to a client or clients seeking a non-adversarial divorce process involves meeting those immediate needs so that you are meeting them in the emotional space they find themselves in.

Let Potential Clients Know Your Why

Instead of telling them what you do, tell them why you do it.  This can be in your website language, your blog posts, your social media messaging, or your public speaking outreach.  We have all heard or seen practitioners who describe the actions that they can take on behalf of their clients, the motions, the meetings, and advocacy but what reaches out to potential clients is the reason that you do what you do.  Why are you a mediator?  Why do you believe in the collaborative process?  Why do you do this peacemaking work?  Put some time and thought into sharing your why to make an impact.

Expand Your Offerings

Yes, you can mediate your clients’ divorce matters or work with a collaborative team to help them move through the process but think bigger.  What else can you do with your skill set?  Today, with online practice the new norm, professionals can provide services to a much larger audience.  To the entire world in fact, depending on the service you are offering.  Some possible additional services might be coaching, consulting, training, co-mediation, concierge services and so much more.  Think of your special area of expertise and consider new ways of working with clients.  You may want to expand your definition of client as well!  Just think of how I now work with both family law clients AND with professionals as a coach, consultant, and trainer.  Just as you may not have thought of these services before, neither have potential clients so make them a part of your messaging.  More clients plus more services equals more income and a bigger practice for you.

Final Thought:  KISS

Keep it Super Simple.  It’s not necessary to get your marketing message out there on every single channel.  A simple, well-thought out and selective approach is much more effective and enjoyable for you.  Put a little time into writing out your why, creating an appealing website and building out a robust list of potential services and you will be well on your way to a successful peacemaking practice!

Susan Guthrie is the Co-Founder, with Forrest “Woody” Mosten of the Mosten Guthrie Academy for Mediation and Collaborative Professionals. Susan has been one of the country’s leading family law attorneys and mediators for more than 32 years and she is a leading voice in the Positive Divorce Movement. Her award-winning podcast, The Divorce & Beyond Podcast, is one of the top divorce podcasts in the world, in the top 1.5% of all podcasts worldwide and has reached millions of listeners since she started it in December 2019. Susan is a frequent media contributor and has been seen on and in CNBC, Market Watch, Forbes, Eye on Chicago, WGN, the ABA’s Just Resolutions Magazine, Thrive Global, The Nook Online, Medium, Authority Magazine and more. For more information on Mosten Guthrie Academy trainings and opportunities to work with Susan, visit the website at www.mostenguthrie.com or reach out directly at susan@mostenguthrie.com.

Forrest “Woody” Mosten Featured in New Memoir from Cary Lerman

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Distinguished Attorney Cary Lerman released his memoir in February, to critical acclaim. Of No Eccentric Whim: A Memoir About California Dreamin’ is an exquisitely written, coming of age memoir by noted lawyer Cary Lerman takes the reader back to a seemingly more innocent time during the 1950’s and 1960’s, when choices appeared clearer and dreams more attainable. Growing up in Albany Park, Chicago, on a diet of supportive, working-class family and the allure of moving to the Golden State, this memoir explores larger themes we grapple with each day-the accuracy of memory and the role of fate. Cary shared some memories of his time with Woody in the book which you can read here.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE INAUGURAL MOSTEN GUTHRIE ACADEMY CERTIFIED CO-PARENTING SPECIALISTS!

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On Friday we completed our first 4-day intensive co-parenting specialist program training focused on developing a child-centered practice that guides co-parents to make decisions around the needs of their children as they end their relationship.

We applaud all of our participants for their dedication to placing children first and changing divorce for the better!

We feel blessed and grateful to have had such an amazing cohort of divorce professionals from a variety of backgrounds, including legal, mental health and coaching, all passionate about changing the divorce process to be a more child-centered process and to supporting parents and their children through the process.

This innovative and impactful training was the brainchild and passion project of leading parenting expert, Christina McGhee, and we at the Mosten Guthrie Academy are so honored to have partnered with her to bring her vision to life. We can’t wait to do it again in May! Find more information here: https://mostenguthrie.com/co-parenting-specialist/