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The Importance of Sensitivity in Writing Arbitration Awards

This post is written by Steve Benmor, B.Sc., LL.B., LL.M. (Family Law), C.S., the founder and principal lawyer of Benmor Family Law Group, and a Divorce Mediator, Arbitrator and Parenting Coordinator. He can be reached at steve@benmor.com As the legal profession evolves, so too must the language we use to capture written judgments. As a Family Mediator/Arbitrator,

Verify Identity: Why Mediators and Arbitrators Must Ask for Photo ID

This post is written by Donald Bisson, a mediator and arbitrator with Northern Dispute Resolution Chambers Inc., and a member of the ADR Institute of Ontario. In an increasingly digital and fast-paced world, dispute resolution professionals must remain vigilant in protecting the integrity of their practice and ensuring client accountability. One crucial but often overlooked

AI Is Transforming Divorce Mediation and Arbitration  

This post is written by Steve Benmor, B.Sc., LL.B., LL.M. (Family Law), C.S., the founder and principal lawyer of Benmor Family Law Group, and a Divorce Mediator, Arbitrator and Parenting Coordinator. He can be reached at steve@benmor.com The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked discussions across various industries; the discussions have included AI’s  potential role in

Thank You #ADRIO2025 Speakers and Sponsors!

We wrapped up our 40th Annual Professional Development Conference on June 6th. Session after session, it was a flood of valuable insights, practical wisdom, and great dialogue! Thank you to our sponsors: BFL Canada; Health Plus Insurance; Lightstone Academy for Conflict Resolution; Kompass Professional Development; Workplace Fairness International; and Stitt Feld Handy Group. Immense gratitude

(Updated) The Civil Rules Review (CRR) Phase 2

Dear ADRIO Members,  The Civil Rules Review (CRR) Phase 2 Consultation Paper is available for review. This initiative, launched by Attorney General Doug Downey and Superior Court Chief Justice Geoffrey B. Morawetz, aims to reform Ontario’s Rules of Civil Procedure to make civil proceedings more efficient, affordable, and accessible.  The consultation period is open until

Beyond the Courtroom – How Technology is Transforming Dispute Resolution

This post is written by Sukhman Singh Sandhu, Founder of Sukh Law in Ontario. Sukhman merges real estate and commercial law expertise with modern mediation strategies to resolve conflicts for diverse clients through innovation and client-centered advocacy. The traditional image of dispute resolution often involves a formal courtroom setting, with lawyers, judges, and a rigid process.