Association of Attorney-Mediators upcoming events

Internal Family Systems for Mediators presented by the Illinois Chapter (October 02, 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

We hope you can join us on October 2, 2026 for "What Makes People Tick: A Mediator’s Introduction to Managing the Negotiation Within" with David Hoffman, presented by the AAM Illinois Chapter.

Friday, October 2, 2026 • Held Virtually by Zoom

11:00 am - 1:00 pm CT / 12:00 Noon - 2:00pm ET / 9:00 am - 11:00am PT

Course Description:

When embattled parties come to mediation, they are often awash in emotions and impulses that make for difficult interactions. The Internal Family Systems (IFS) model provides a non-pathologizing language and framework for helping each party manage their own internal negotiation and manage the fearful, enraged, or wounded parts of themselves that are driving the conflict. IFS also offers mediators, lawyers, and other professionals clear, practical ways to work with their own emotions. This interactive program will include case examples, an experiential exercise, and opportunities for small group discussion.]

David A Hoffman Bio.pdf

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Registration Fees

This workshop is offered at no additional cost (free) for current AAM Members. Non-Members can register for a $35.00 fee.

Interested in joining AAM? Click here to learn more AAM Membership includes a group mediator/arbitrator professional liability insurance policy.

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MCLE Credit:

Please note that this course may not be approved for CLE credit in all states but AAM will make application.

MCLE approvals will be published on the website (below) as they are received. CME credits will be applied for in the states that require CME.

AAM will be pleased to facilitate obtaining MCLE credit in other states. Please contact us as soon as possible (1-800-280-1368) or aam@attorney-mediators.org if you would like our assistance in this regard.

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In order to comply with state CLE/CME requirements, attendance will be tracked based on webinar attendance timestamps and a record of attendance form. Interactivity methods such as polling, Q&A, verification codes and surveys will be implemented to ensure audience engagement and to comply with live online CLE/CME course requirements. A Record of Attendance form must be completed by each attendee wishing to receive CLE/CME credit. A link to the Record of Attendance form will be sent via email to each attendee.

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Technical Details:

In order to access the webinar, you will need to download the Zoom application on your computer or device. New to Zoom? Click here for a handy one-pager on how to download the Zoom application.

Please be sure and update your previously installed Zoom application prior to October 2, 2026 to ensure that you are able to join the seminar on time and without any technical difficulties.

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Fall Virtual CLE Seminar (October 30, 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

SAVE THE DATE!

Our Fall Advanced Attorney-Mediator Training will be held virtually on Friday, October 30, 2026.

Plan to join us! More information will be shared soon.

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Practical Skills. Current Issues. Real-World Mediation.

Join the Association of Attorney-Mediators for an engaging, all-day virtual seminar designed to help Attorney-Mediators sharpen their skills, navigate emerging challenges, and earn valuable CLE credit all from the convenience of your office or home.

This year's program brings together experienced mediators and industry professionals for practical discussions on the issues shaping mediation practice today. Highlights include a mock mediation and interactive discussion, an ethical scenarios panel, a look at cognitive biases and their impact on mediation, and a timely discussion of pro se parties in mediation in today's world of AI. We'll also explore insurance coverage and mediation, including what mediators are seeing in the marketplace, common coverage issues and questions that arise in mediation, and practical considerations for Attorney-Mediators.

With sessions addressing current issues, ethical considerations, and practical strategies for your practice, this program offers a full day of valuable education and insight.

We anticipate approval of the course for at least 6.0 hours of CLE credits, including ethics and bias, in many states. MCLE information to be updated.*Final session details and agenda subject to change.

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We are proud to feature a fantastic lineup of speakers this Fall, including:

Courtenay Bass

Trey Bergman

Robert W. Berliner, Jr.

Felicia Harris Hoss

Sylvia LaMar

Paul Van Osselear

2027 Annual Meeting and CLE Seminar (April 01, 2027)

Thu, 01 Apr 2027 22:00:00 GMT

SAVE THE DATE!

Our Spring 2027 Annual Meeting and Advanced Attorney-Mediator Training will be held on April 2, 2027! We will host a welcome reception on Thursday, April 1st. The venue is TBD but will be in Texas. Stay tuned for more information!

Registration will open in early 2027.

Interest in speaking at this event? Please complete our online speaker submission form by clicking here or email the AAM office by clicking here.