Dispute Resolution

08/01/2026

The book Mastering Negotiation for Legal Practitioners is now available on Takealot.

It highlights negotiation as the 'silent courtroom' where the majority of legal matters are settled. This book is your gateway to transforming everyday legal conversations into strategic opportunities for influence and resolution. Through practical insights and practice-based examples, you'll uncover how effective negotiation unfolds across multiple stages, requiring preparation, emotional control, persuasive communication, and a sharp grasp of conflict dynamics. Explore a range of dispute resolution methods, learn advanced techniques used by seasoned legal professionals and mediators, and navigate the ethical challenges unique to legal practice. More than a skill set, this book invites you to adopt a new mindset - one that sees disputes in legal practice not as a battle to win, but as a craft to master, where the best outcomes are built through collaboration, clarity, and strategic thinking.

Order your copy today on Takealot. https://www.takealot.com/mastering-negotiation-for-legal-practitioners/PLID100563310

14/11/2025

26/10/2025

It was a busy 10 days of training of 64 aspirant civil- and commercial mediators together with Barbara Seimenis. We had LOADS of fun, 4 days of practical roleplays and insightful discussions on mediation. Friday signalled the last day of formal roleplay assessments and well done to all the attendees - you are an awesome group and will surely be proud ambassadors for mediation in your different professions.

LEAD - Legal Education and Development

20/10/2025

A very happy and bright Diwali

13/10/2025

What a great group of aspirant civil mediators (all 63 of them) and what a pleasure to conduct their training with Barbara Seimenis. Day 1 of 10 done ✅

12/09/2025

11/09/2025

This was my introduction to the workshop on Mastering Negotiation for Legal Practitioners earlier this morning:

"On 11 September 2001, when chaos filled the skies above the USA, it was the air traffic controllers who carried one of the heaviest burdens. They had to ground thousands of planes and guide others to safety — with only their voices.
No weapons, no force, no authority to command armies.
Just communication, clarity, and calm.
That day reminds us that negotiation is not about power, it’s about presence. In law, we may feel pressure, clients may panic, tempers may flare.
But just like those controllers, our strength lies in choosing the right words, the right tone, at the right time.
Negotiation is the ability to land turbulent situations safely.”

10/09/2025

Super proud to launch "Mastering Negotiation for Legal Practitioners" on 11 September 2025!

I'm proud to share the negotiation strategies and techniques I've developed throughout my legal and mediation career. This 200 page book is designed to help legal practitioners at every level become more effective negotiators, whether they're handling settlements, client consultations, or any challenging conversation.

Writing this has been a meaningful journey, and I look forward to seeing how it helps fellow legal professionals achieve better results and build stronger client relationships. The legal profession demands strong negotiation skills, yet many practitioners receive limited formal training in this critical area. This book aims to fill that gap with practical, tested approaches that you could start using immediately in your practice.

09/09/2025

11 September 2025 brings "Mastering Negotiation for Legal Practitioners" to the legal community.
Strong negotiation skills separate good lawyers from great ones. This 200 page book provides a structured approach to developing these capabilities, covering everything from preparation strategies to closing techniques.
Written for practitioners by a practitioner and mediator, it addresses the unique challenges and opportunities that legal professionals encounter in their negotiation work.
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08/09/2025

"Mastering Negotiation for Legal Practitioners" launches 11 September 2025.
Negotiation isn't just about winning - it's about creating value, preserving relationships, and achieving sustainable outcomes. This book explores how legal professionals can master these necessary skills while maintaining their professional integrity.
Each chapter builds upon practical scenarios, offering readers tools they can adapt to their specific practice areas and client needs.
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