Main Responsibilities of an Arbitrator and Mediator at Simburg Dispute Resolution
Mel's dual role at Simburg Dispute Resolution involves acting as both an arbitrator, "making decisions like a judge does," and a mediator, facilitating negotiated settlements without decision-making authority. This highlights the diverse skillset required in the field of dispute resolution, encompassing both adjudication and conflict management.
Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
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Mel Simburg
Arbitrator and Mediator
Simburg Dispute Resolution
University of California at Berkeley
Columbia University: Juris Doctor, Masters of International Affairs
Political Science, American Studies
Consulting & Related Professional Services, Law
Legal
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans
Video Highlights
1. Mel works as both an arbitrator and a mediator.
2. As an arbitrator, Mel makes decisions like a judge in a private trial setting.
3. As a mediator, Mel helps parties negotiate settlements without making decisions herself.
Transcript
What are your main responsibilities within your current role?
I really have two roles, and they're two different functions. One is as an arbitrator.
An arbitrator makes decisions like a judge does. It's a way of a private trial, so to speak.
The other role I have is as a mediator. As a mediator, I have no authority to make decisions, but what I do is I help parties negotiate a settlement to their disputes.
Advizer Personal Links
SimburgDR.com, https://www.linkedin.com/in/mel-simburg-1277ba/