Mediation Moment: Recent Episodes

Tye Bourdony

Join Mediator and Director of Mediation at CPLS, P.A. and a Florida Supreme Court Certified County, Family, and Civil Circuit Mediator, Tye Bourdony J.D.; C.F.R.​ #22870. Tye will be exploring the unique, intricate, and individual experiences of the mediation profession. Join the host, Tye Bourdony, the Director of Mediation at CPLS, P.A. and a Florida Supreme Court Certified County, Family, and Civil Circuit Mediator, as he dives into the moments that define mediation. Tye will share his own experience as a mediator and director of a mediation program.

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Mediation Moment EP22–Observing Mediation with Esteban Scornik Pt.2

In this episode, Tye continues the conversation on his observation with CPLS mediator Esteban Scornik. Tye explores how Esteban approached mediation when the parties were entrenched, and the strategies used to share parties’ perspectives during the caucus. Tye shares observing effective use of reality checking and reframing, and understanding not all mediations should end in an agreement.

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Mediation Moment EP21–Observing Mediation with Esteban Scornik Pt. 1

In this episode, Tye discusses observing a mediation conducted by fellow CPLS mediator, Esteban Scolnik. In an insurance-related mediation, Tye explains how Esteban was able to bring his own professional and personal experience to help identify and address issues. Tye explores what skills were critical to building empathy throughout the mediation process.

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Mediation Moment EP20–Managing emotions as the mediator.

In this episode, Tye discusses how to handle mediation when emotions run high. Learn to identify when to caucus and how to use the caucus to lower emotions. Develop skills to head off future issues and avoid impasses Please like and Share this video if you think it may be helpful to other mediators.  And remember; we become better mediators with experience, so keep mediating and making a difference in your communities one mediation at a time and in turn, the world.

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Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com  To learn more about mediator training opportunities provided by CPLS, P.A. Visit: https://cplspa.com/cle-cme-training/mediation-mastery/”  Call: 1-877-647-7887 Email: info@cplspa.com https://www.cplspa.com

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Mediation Moment EP19–Brining your life experience to mediation

In this episode, Tye discusses how and when a mediator can bring their life experience to mediation. Tye shares his own story and how it has enabled him to assist parties in mediation. Explore the balance between the parties’ right to self-determination and the mediator’s own experiences as a tool.

And remember; we become better mediators with experience, so keep on mediating and making a difference in your communities one mediation at a time and in turn, the world.

Tye Bourdony Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/ Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com

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Mediation MomentEP18–How to Handle Acts of God in Mediation.

Hurricanes, floods, and tornadoes are all something no mediator or party has control over and in this episode, Tye discusses how such events may affect mediation. Learn how to identify when a good cause exists to reschedule and what procedures should be followed when acting as the guardian of the process.  Please like and Share this video if you think it may be useful to other mediators.  And remember; we become better mediators with experience, so keep on mediating and making a difference in your communities one mediation at a time and in turn, the world.

Tye Bourdony Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/  Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com

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Mediation Moment EP17–Guarding Parties’ Right to Self-Determination in the Opening Statement

In this episode, Tye discusses how the parties’ right to self-determination may be at issue during or prior to giving the opening statement. Explore real-world scenarios and develop the tools to address issues early in the process, including how to use the caucus to effectively address self-determination concerns.

Please like and Share this video if you think it may be useful to other mediators. And remember; we become better mediators with experience, so keep on mediating and making a difference in your communities one mediation at a time and in turn, the world.

Tye Bourdony Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/ Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com 

To learn more about mediator training opportunities provided by CPLS, P.A.

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Mediation Moment Podcast EP 16–Setting the Stage with an Opening Statement

In this episode, he discusses the fundamental purpose of a mediator's opening statement and how it can be used to lay the groundwork for a successful mediation. Learn how to identify a variety of issues as the guardian of the mediation process. Explore uncommon and unique circumstances and how they may be addressed in the mediator's opening.

Please like and Share this video if you think it may be useful to other mediators.  And remember; we become better mediators with experience, so keep on mediating and making a difference in your communities one mediation at a time and in turn, the world. 

Tye Bourdony Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/ Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com

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Mediation Moment Podcast EP 15–Bringing Positive Energy to Mediation

In this episode, Tye discusses the value of bringing positive energy to mediation. He shares a message on how positive energy affects the parties, the mediator, and the mediation itself.  Please like and Share this video if you think it may be useful to other mediators.  And remember; we become better mediators with experience, so keep on mediating and making a difference in your communities one mediation at a time and in turn, the world.

Tye Bourdony Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/ Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com

To learn more about mediator training opportunities provided by CPLS, P.A. Visit: https://cplspa.com/cle-cme-training/mediation-mastery/

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In this episode, Tye discusses the mediator’s role in allowing third parties to participate in mediation. The discussion covers how to handle objections to the third-party participant and when to allow the participant in mediation, over an objection. Tye provides examples of how a caucus, as well as other tools, can be used with a third-party participant.

And remember; we become better mediators with experience, so keep on mediating and making a difference in your communities one mediation at a time and in turn, the world.

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In this episode Tye host Legal Assistant and fellow Mediator Ronnie Bell.

Ronnie shares his recent experience in determining if a party can meaningfully participate in

mediation. Tye recalls his own similar experiences, as the two discuss the role of the mediator,

professionalism, and best practices to use.

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Tye Bourdony

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Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com

Ronnie Bell

Email: rbell@cplspa.com

To learn more about mediator training opportunities provided by CPLS, P.A. visit:

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  • The effect that Unexpected Liability issues have on Mediation and potential agreements.
  • Considerations and suggestions a mediator may consider making in the Engagement Letters to the parties.

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Tye Bourdony

Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/

Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com

To learn more about mediator training opportunities provided by CPLS, P.A. visit:

https://cplspa.com/cle-cme-training/mediation-mastery/

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In this episode, the role of the mediator as a neutral party in the face of

controversial comments is explored. Tye discusses the importance of setting aside personal

opinions and maintaining neutrality, even when parties bring up potentially controversial

subjects.

Tye Bourdony

Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/

Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com

To learn more about mediator training opportunities provided by CPLS, P.A. visit:

https://cplspa.com/cle-cme-training/mediation-mastery/

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Call: 1-877-647-7887

Email: info@cplspa.com

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Mediation Moment Podcast EP 10–Avoiding Potential Pitfalls When Scheduling Mediation

In this episode of Mediation Moment, identifying regular issues mediators face

when scheduling mediations take center stage. Tye introduces effective methods to fulfill the

mediator’s role as the guardian of the process, including contacting the parties before scheduling

a conference.

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Mediation Moment Podcast EP 9–Following Your Mediator's Instinct

Tye discusses a mediator's instinct as a critical tool and how it can be developed through experience. He examines how instinct can help deliver what the parties need from their mediator, even when that does not result in an agreement.

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Mediation Moment Podcast EP 8

Interview with Dr. Wanda Bonet-Gascot from the DrW Institute on Holistic Emotional Intelligence.

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In Tye’s final episode with Managing Partner of CPLS, P.A. Tee Persad, the two discuss building a business model for mediation. The requirements to create a successful mediation business model are broken down into nine building blocks, and their significance is explained.  

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Tye continues his conversation with the Managing Partner of CPLS, P.A. Tee Persad discussing the life cycle of a mediator. Tee reveals the stages of the mediator life cycle; the importance of a mediator recognizing what stage they are in; and the significance of identifying what steps need to be taken to progress to the next stage.

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Tye continues his conversation with Managing Partner of CPLS, P.A. Tee Persad in a conversation on what makes an effective opening statement in mediation. This episode discusses the importance of helping parties avoid actions that are destructive to the mediation process; establishing what actions are helpful to the process; and building trust within the mediation process.

Tye Bourdony Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/

Email: tbourdony@cplspa.com  Tee Persad Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tee-persad/

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Tye hosts Managing Partner of CPLS, P.A. Tee Persad. Follow their conversation on the resources, skills, knowledge, and systems required to make a successful mediation program. The two discuss the importance of ongoing mediator training and the critical aspects of a successful remote mediation.

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Tye sits down for a conversation with the CPLS Mediation Department’s Legal Assistant and fellow Mediator Ronnie Bell. Discover the tools, experience, and resources available through the CPLS mediation department by joining Tye in a broad-ranging discussion. Ronnie shares his own perspective on the mediation career path and the training opportunities provided at CPLS.

Tye Bourdony

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Ronnie Bell: rbell@cplspa.com

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Tye continues the conversation with former extern, FAMU Law graduate, and fellow mediator Darius Gonzalez. Follow a discussion on the impact of remote work on mediation and training. Tye provides insight into the transition of mediation from in-person to remote. Darius shares the experience of training and externing in a hybrid workspace. Tye Bourdony, Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/

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Tye interviews former extern, FAMU Law graduate, and fellow mediator Darius Gonzalez. Tye leads a conversation on the skills and techniques developed during the externship. Darius discusses the impact mediation has had on his legal education.   Tye Bourdony, Bio: https://cplspa.com/professionals/tye-bourdony/

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