I am a Nevada mediator, arbitrator, and special master with experience resolving hundreds of disputes through the best ADR practices. This Mediation Toolbox is designed to assist those involved in mediation in Nevada or federally to navigate the process.
What is Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)?
Nevada Supreme Court Defines Mediation
Why Mediation?
Three Things Mediation is NOT
Mediate Instead of Filing That Lawsuit: Trying to Compromise Before Starting a Lawsuit
Mediation Tip #16: You Have Two Ears and One Mouth for a Reason
Mediation Tip #17: Mediation is not Trial
Mediation Tip #18: Piggies Get Fat and Hogs Get Slaughtered
Mediation Tip #19: Be Cautious About Rejecting That Final Offer
Mediation Tip #20: Who Can Attend Your Mediation?
Mediation Tip #21: You Make the Call
Mediation Tip #21: You Have Two Ears and One Mouth for a Reason
Mediation Tip #22: That’s When Something Snaps Up and Bites You
Mediation Tip #23: The Dance for Dollars is Choreographed
Mediation Tip #24: An Apology is Privileged Settlement Communication
Mediation Tip #25: Begin With the End in Mind
Preparing For Your Mediation (FAQ)
What to Expect From Your Mediation: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Mediation?
What is the Role of the Mediator?
What is Your Role at Mediation?
How Does Mediation Compare to Litigation?
Why Mediate?
Who May Attend The Mediation?
Is Mediation Confidential?
What Will Happen At The Mediation?
What Is A Separate Session?
Can You Speak With Your Attorney Privately Any Time You Want?
How Long With Mediation Last?
What Helps To Get The Case Settled?
How to Get the Most Out of Mediation
Mediation Rules
American Arbitration Association
Commercial Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures
Construction Industry Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures
Employment Mediation Procedures
JAMS
JAMS International Mediation Rules
Nevada
Nevada Statutes On Mediation
Nevada Court-annexed Mediation Program Rules
Nevada Rules Governing Alternative Dispute Resolution
Arbitration of Claims Related to Residential Property Within Common Interest Community (HOAs)
Nevada’s Supreme Court Settlement Program (Appellate Mediation)
What is Nevada’s Supreme Court Settlement Program
Nevada Supreme Court Defines Settlement Conference
Rules Governing Nevada Supreme Court Settlement Program
The Role and Need for Settlement Judges in Appellate Cases
Mediator Ethics
ABA Model Standards of Conduct for Mediators
JAMS Mediators Ethics Guidelines
Drafting Your Mediation Agreement or ADR Clause
10 Steps to Drafting a Better ADR Agreement
Standard ADR Clause Library
Selecting Your Mediator
Jay Young, Las Vegas, Nevada Mediator
Alternative Dispute Resolution Options in Las Vegas Nevada
Tips For Selecting a Good Mediator
Mediation Advocacy
Decision Tree Analysis for Use in Mediation
Mediation and Overconfidence Bias
Free! Negotiation Skills Course, offered by the University of Michigan and Professor George Siedel
Selling Your Case in a Different Way: Effective Mediation Calls for Advocacy Skills, Even if They’re Not the Kind Litigators Use in Court
Four Tricks That Make Mediation Work
What is Your Negotiation Style?
Collaborative Skills For Collaborative Lawyers
How to Measure the Impact and Cost of Conflict on Your Business
31 Negotiation Tips & Techniques (Backed By Science), by Nick Kolenda
10 Ways to be a Master Negotiator
How to Negotiate Like a Child, by Bill Adler, Jr.
The Secrets of Power Negotiation, by Roger Dawson (an outline)
The Art of Negotiation, by Michael Wheeler (a summary)
Bargaining for Advantage, by G. Richard Shell (a summary)
Never Split the Difference, by Chriss Voss (a cheat sheet)
Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High, by Patterson, Grenny, McMillan & Switzler (a summary)
Getting to Yes, by Fisher & Ury (a summary)
Lawyering with Planned Early Negotiation: How You Can Get Good Results for Clients and Make Money, by John Lande (a review)
Principled Negotiation–The Harvard Approach, by Fisher & Ury
The Handbook of Negotiation and Culture, Edited by Gelfand and Brett
Bargaining With the Devil, by Robert Mnookin (a summary)
Negotiations and Resolving Conflicts: An Overview by E. Wertheim
What Your Mediator is Thinking, by Christopher J. Brasco
What is Your Client’s Case Worth? by Rebecca Callahan
Decision Tree Analysis, by Dan Klein
Legal Risk Evaluation Services Using Decision Tree Analysis, by Douglas L. Irish and Jose A. Cardenas
Drafting the Settlement Agreement
Sample Memorandum of Understanding of Settlement at Mediation (Mediation Settlement Agreement)
Avoiding Pitfalls During Mediation Settlement
Drafting a Binding, Enforceable, Effective and Final Settlement Agreement
Online Mediation Resources
Advanced Resolution Management
American Arbitration Association
JAMS ADR
Mediate.com
National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
Mediation.com
International Mediation Institute
Mediation.org
Hon. Jay Young (Ret.) is a retired judicial officer with decades of experience presiding over complex civil litigation matters. Following a distinguished career on the bench, Judge Young now serves as a mediator, arbitrator, and court‑appointed special master, and discovery referee. Judge Young brings a disciplined, impartial, and results‑oriented approach to dispute resolution. Judge Young is based in Nevada and accepts appointments statewide and nationally, subject to agreement or court order. He can be reached at 855.777.4557 or info@armadr.com
Known for judicial temperament, analytical rigor, and practical problem‑solving, Judge Young assists litigants and counsel in resolving high‑stakes disputes efficiently and with integrity and employing best practices. He is recognized by U.S. News and World Report’s publication Best Lawyers as Arbitration Lawyer of the Year.