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

(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.

What is a Workplace Assessment?

This blog post is written by Blaine Donais, President and Founder of Workplace Fairness International (WFI). ADRIO is collaborating with WFI for an eighth year in a row to offer the Advanced Workplace Restoration and Workplace Fairness Assessments program (Fall 2025) This is a popular program for experienced ADR practitioners, senior government employees, HR professionals

Guiding Intentions for the New Year

Dear ADRIO Members and Dispute Resolution Practitioners  Happy New Year! Wishing you a healthy and happy 2025!  We ended 2024 on a high note with our exciting annual member appreciation event!   I want to congratulate all of our inductees to the ADRIO President’s Circle for 2024. ADRIO’s President’s Circle members are honoured for their commitment

Unlocking the Potential of Mediation in Construction and Insurance Disputes

This article is written for users of ADR services. This post is written by Khalil Mechantaf, a dual qualified and bilingual dispute resolution lawyer. He frequently acts on national and international commercial and construction arbitrations, as well as other ADR methods, including mediation and adjudication. In the complex world of business, disputes are often inevitable.

Building Your Practice – Getting the Phone to Ring, and What to Say When it Does

This post is written by Mike MacConnell (QMed, AccFM, AccIM), a family mediator and communication coach, former ADR Professor at Humber College, and author of The Yoga of Divorce. He founded Reflective Mediation in 2013, one of Google’s highest ranked family mediation services. I opened my family mediation practice just over 10 years ago (2013).

Mediation Skills and How They Can Improve Our Day-to-Day Lives

This post is written by Barbara Adhiya, an independent writer and editor. Her book, Hope by Terry Fox, is available this Sept. 2024. She will begin her mediation practice, “Middle Ground Mediation,” in 2025. As a newly licensed Paralegal and Notary Public, I am starting a practice in mediation. I decided to take The Essentials (Introductory) course

(Re)Designing the Mediation – Combining Service Design and the Law

This post is written by Kerri Salata, a lawyer, ethics, and compliance professional who advises companies on how to meet their legal and regulatory requirements using creative, design-driven strategies. She is the Founder of Kerri A. Salata, Legal Professional Corporation, and also holds the position of CEO at Comply With Me, a Compliance Consultancy Firm

Unmasking Passive-Aggressive Behaviour in the Workplace: Strategies for ADR Professionals

This post is written by Stephanie Noël, a consultant and dispute resolution specialist at Workplace Assessments by Noël & Co. Inc. Stephanie provides insights and strategies to recognize and address passive-aggressive behaviour in the workplace. Introduction The workplace, often called a second home, is a space where we invest a significant portion of our lives.