SCLA Mediation Training Programs introduces the core principles and methods of alternative dispute resolution. The training programs provide a strong foundation in mediation skills through lecture, small group exercises, and role-playing, and is rich in both theory and practice.

February 27 2021 SATURDAY | 13:00-16:00 CET

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The 2nd SCLA MET Training program is designed for both novice and experienced mediators. The program is designed for a small group training to practise, where the delegates will be trained by involving in a real case practise in the international mediation through practice. The experienced trainers will provide in-hand guidance for the participants during the practice. 

Through the 3 hours online training program, together with the independent study, the participants are expected to have an enhanced understanding of: 

- Conflict and problem-solving strategies;

- Mediation styles and approaches across different cultures.

The participants who successfully completed the exam will receive a certificate.

When registering through SCLA Academy, you will not only obtain lifetime access to the forum and all the documents but also you will be enjoying a journey of relationship building, as you will have access to all the contact of the speakers, panellists as well as all the participants. You are invited to a lifelong interest group and community to stay connected. You are more than welcome to send emails through the academy to those colleagues anytime and anywhere.

Fees of Enrollment: 40 Euros for non members. 

Application of Membership: www.cnsla.org/membership

CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE AS A CRITICAL LEGAL SKILL

Lecturer: Peter Alfandary

Training date and time :MONDAY 15th FEBRUARY 2021 13:00- 14:30 CET Time (For time reference in other timezone, please click here )

Cost for non SCLA Members: 15 EUROS 

Apply for the SCLA Membership: www.cnsla.org/membership 

" Why do I say law as a relationship business? Why cross-cultural communication skills are a key part of true excellence for lawyers?How the importance of understanding other cultures and also being aware of how one’s own culture is perceived so as to improve cross? How to improve cultural understanding? I am glad to have a talk, workshop, and a journey with you to discuss the common misunderstandings in cross cultural legal communications-including communication styles, time management, trust building and face saving, hierarchy and decision making processes, and the most important-the use of the Cultural Audit as a legal tool." - Peter Alfandary

The seminar will provide in-depth understanding of:

1. What is the preferred style of communication of the parties? Is it direct or indirect, formal or informal; emotional or non-emotional, confrontational or accommodating; are interruptions part of normal conversation or does each participant in a meeting speak in turn; is this  a culture where it is necessary to “decode” language in order to understand its true meaning.
2. How to the parties manage time? Is time managed strictly or is time fluid; in some cultures, time is thought of as highly linear. Meeting times are rigorously adhered to and interruptions are disliked. People concentrate on one activity or relationship at a time and deadlines are observed. In other cultures, however, time can be viewed differently and may be seen as more of a guideline than a rule. People may well multi-task and can focus simultaneously on multiple relationships. If new circumstances arise, timetables and deadlines may well change, without incident.
3. What is the dominant style of reasoning and decision-making process?  Some cultures, the UK and the US for example, will have a tendency towards a pragmatic, fact-led reasoning process rooted in a more inductive way of reasoning and influenced in their history by empirical philosophy. The common law legal system, which developed out of case law, is a prime example of inductive reasoning. In contrast, other cultures – indeed many European ones – may approach a problem in a theory, or principle, led way where the reasoning process is highly analytical and needs to go through a series of logical steps in order to reach a sustainable conclusion. This deductive approach to reasoning finds its origins in the philosophical writings of, say, Descartes and the civil law system, with codification as its basis, reflects this differing approach. Finally, a further question that will require examination is whether thinking itself (and also the approach to a problem or to a decision) takes a more linear route or is it more circular or “holistic” one, as may be is often the case in China (Zhengti Guannian)
4. What is the role and importance of hierarchy, status and seniority in a particular culture and society? In Chinese culture, for example, this may include “social status” (Shehui Dengii). Generally, lawyers need to consider how, in all cultures, hierarchy and similar factors affect behaviour, decision making, the conduct of the lawyer-client relations and of negotiations.
   
5. How is trust built and is a culture primarily contract/deal or relationship led?  Is the aim of a negotiation the start of a long-term relationship or is its aim mainly the signing of a written contract; is gaining personal and individual trust a prerequisite for durable and meaningful relationships (between client and lawyer and between the parties to a deal) and how will all of this affect the time spent on social interaction (where pure business will not be discussed) as an integral part of getting  business done.