145. We Stand With Ukraine Series: Attorney Lynn Cole and BRDGES Academy’s Innovative ADR Approach For Empowering Ukraine

Jason Zuk, The Social Psychic™

We Stand With Ukraine Series: Special Guest Attorney Lynn Cole and BRDGES Academy’s Innovative ADR Approach For Empowering Ukraine

Attorney Lynn H. Cole serves as the President of BRDGES Academy and practices international law as a Full Time Mediator and as a Practitioner in International Conflict Resolution. She has been actively involved in the field of mediation for several decades and has made significant contributions to its development and implementation. As the former President and Chair of the Board of Mediators Beyond Borders International, Cole has been a driving force in promoting mediation globally. In the early 1990s, she played a pivotal role as Chair of the Civil Justice Reform Act Commission, where she recommended the use of mediation in the civil case management process for Federal Judges in the Middle District of Florida. They accepted her recommendation, making them the first Federal District to adopt mediation.

During the same period, Lynn worked with the Florida Supreme Court Dispute Resolution Center to establish the first state court-related mediation program in the United States. This groundbreaking initiative paved the way for the integration of mediation into the legal system and set a precedent for other states to follow. Cole's expertise in mediation extends beyond the United States. She has worked and lived in developing rule-of-law countries such as Bulgaria, Jordan, Kosovo, and Sri Lanka. Her international experience has further enhanced her skills as a mediation specialist. Prior to focusing exclusively on mediation, Cole had a successful career as an AV-rated trial attorney for over 27 years where she specialized in commercial matters, contracts, labor, and employment law. This extensive litigation background, combined with her knowledge of federal and state evidentiary and procedural law, provides Cole with a unique perspective in her role as a mediator and arbitrator.

Our Guest is certified by the Florida Supreme Court and internationally recognized by the International Mediation Institute (IMI) in The Hague. She is also affiliated with prestigious ADR organizations such as the American Arbitration Association (AAA), the International Institute for Conflict Resolution and Prevention (CPR), the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in The Hague, and FINRA. In recognition of her contributions to the ADR community, Lynn Cole was honored as a Diplomate Member by the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals in 2020.

About BRDGES Academy:

BRDGES Academy is the first e-learning academic platform of its kind in the globalization of continuing education and discourse for professionals working in conflict resolution: mediators, conflict, dispute resolution practitioners, human resource professionals, and peace-builders. In the 21st century, those practicing conflict and dispute resolution are increasingly required to effectively interact and operate across continents and cultures. BRDGES Academy was created to meet this demand. Learning how to deal with cultural differences, diversities, and sensitivities is a must for all involved in today’s dispute and conflict resolution practices.

Guest's Websites to Note:

https://brdgesacademy.com/

https://lynncole.com/

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