Hands-On with AI:

Practical Tools for Mediation Professionals

1 hour of CE for registered neutrals (GA) & pending 1 CLE hour for Georgia attorneys, including 1 trial hour

Session Information

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This session will provide practical demonstrations of how AI tools can support mediators in various aspects of their practice, both inside and outside the mediation room. Susan Guthrie will showcase real-world applications for streamlining workflows, enhancing case management, and improving client communication. Attendees will see how AI can be used for tasks such as summarizing information, drafting documents, and generating options, offering insights into the practical benefits of integrating these technologies into mediation.

Participants are encouraged to bring their laptop, tablet, or phone and set up free accounts with AI tools like ChatGPT or Gemini, as there will be opportunities to follow along during the demos.

In-person attendees can join Hands-On with AI in the Auditorium:

1:00pm to 2:00pm

This session will be live-streamed to virtual attendees.

Susan Guthrie, Esq.

Susan Guthrie, Esq., is a leading attorney, mediator, and expert in technology integration with over 30 years of experience in law, dispute resolution, and business development. Currently serving as the Chair of the ABA Section of Dispute Resolution, she is a pioneer in leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for mediation. Susan’s earlier work includes founding Learn to Mediate Online, a groundbreaking program that helped mediators transition to virtual practice during the pandemic, training thousands of professionals globally. Susan is also the host of the top 1% Divorce & Beyond Podcast and Make Money Mediating Podcast, and the author of the #1 bestselling book Building the Practice of Your Dreams: One Month of Daily Tips for Finding Success. Frequently appearing on major outlets like News Nation, CNBC, WGN, and Chicago Today, she shares insights on technology, legal trends, and best practices. Her work empowers mediators and legal practitioners to harness AI tools for greater efficiency, enhanced case management, and improved client communication. With a dynamic style and practical approach, Susan delivers valuable takeaways, equipping professionals with the skills to confidently integrate AI into their practices and embrace innovation.

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Full Agenda

The program will run from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (full agenda outlined below)

Those attending via livestream will not have access to view sessions presented in Room A, but will have access to a recording of these sessions (and all others) during the month of December (2024). Those attending the conference in person will have a choice between two breakout sessions, held at 1:00 PM and 2:15 PM. Like livestream attendees, a recording of all sessions will be available to in-person attendees for the month of December (2024).

Time

7:30 am - 8:30 am

8:30 am - 8:45 am

8:45 am - 9:45 am

9:45 am - 10:00 am

10:00 am - 11:00 am

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11:15 am - 12:15 pm

12:15 pm - 1:00 pm

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

2:00 pm - 2:15 pm

2:15 pm - 3:15 pm

3:15 pm - 3:30 pm

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

4:30 pm

Session(s)

Registration & Breakfast

Welcome and Program Overview

Understand/Manage High Conflict Personalities

Break

Applying the CARS Method in Dispute Res.

Break

Integrating AI Responsibly: The ASPEN Protocol

Lunch & Award Presentation

Hands-On with AI: Practical Tools for Mediation Professionals

Advanced Probate Issues: Beware of the Shadows

Break

Recent Updates to the Child Support Guidelines

Arbitration - Who decides?

Break

Ethics in Mediation

Closing

Continuing Education Information

Hands-On with AI is approved for 1 hour of CE for registered neutrals (GA) & 1 hour of CLE for Georgia attorneys (pending).

The total conference is approved for 6 hours of CE for registered neutrals and is approved by the State Bar of Georgia for 6 CLE hours, including ethics and trial credit.

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All CE for neutrals registered with the Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution will be automatically applied by December 1.

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Georgia Attorneys who purchase the appropriate ticket option will have CLE hours automatically reported to the State Bar of Georgia. The fee for CLE hours is included in the ticket price.

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Attorneys from states other than Georgia: Upon request, we will be happy to assist you with needed documentation to self-report hours to your local State Bar. Please reach out to us at adrinstitute@georgiacourts.gov.

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