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The Prairie Barrister – Mediation<\/h2>\n
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By Ross Pesek<\/p>\n

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In the glass and steel corridors of a towering skyscraper – the tallest structure on the prairie, two mediations occurred in parallel. In one conference room, the Prairie Barrister took a moment to stretch their legs, stepping out into the corridor. Across the hall, a young lawyer emerged, their face etched with worry, their eyes betraying a glimmer of defeat. They glanced at the Prairie Barrister, a silent plea for guidance.<\/p>\n

A knowing smile broke on the Prairie Barrister\u2019s face, their eyes soft yet firm. “The road to justice isn\u2019t a sprint, but a marathon. These mediations, they’re speed bumps. They may slow us down, but they don’t change our direction,” the Prairie Barrister began.<\/p>\n

The young lawyer looked skeptical. “It’s just… I feel outnumbered in there. The insurance lawyers, the adjusters, even the mediator… they all want my client to settle for a pittance. I want to fight for more, but I’m unsure…”<\/p>\n

The Prairie Barrister nodded, leaning against the wall. “It’s intimidating, I know. But remember, justice isn’t a numbers game. It\u2019s not about how many voices are in the room, but the weight of truth they carry. And sometimes, the quietest whisper of truth outweighs the loudest shouts of convenience.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sighing deeply, the young lawyer confessed, “I fear I’m not ready to face a jury trial. What if I fail my client?”Soft echoes of doors opening and closing sounded in the hallway as the Prairie Barrister replied, “The \u2018what ifs\u2019 can paralyze us if we let them. But consider this – what if you succeed?”<\/p>\n

The Prairie Barrister motioned toward the sprawling landscape visible from their high vantage point, “Look down there. The city below us is a complex and noisy web of relationships and it is easy to be overwhelmed. The courthouse is no different. But if you focus on the simple truths, exhibit patience in the face of delay, and embody compassion for your client, the noise and confusion fades. When you understand this, you will find your voice.”<\/p>\n

Their gaze fell back to the young lawyer, “Never forget that behind every case is a human being. Feel their pain, understand their suffering. You are not here to just win cases, but to serve justice. And justice means standing by your client, even if it means walking the long path to a jury trial.”<\/p>\n

The Prairie Barrister went on, painting a vivid picture of a jury trial. “Imagine standing in front of twelve peers. As they listen to your words, they aren’t just hearing a lawyer argue, but they’re witnessing the journey of a human being seeking justice. That transformational moment, that is where the magic happens.”<\/p>\n

The Prairie Barrister’s gaze softened, “Whether to accept a settlement or seek a jury trial, it isn’t just your choice to make. It is your client’s journey too. Always consider their satisfaction, their needs, their aspirations. And assure them, no matter the path they choose, you will walk alongside them, ready to fight, ready to seek justice.”<\/p>\n

As the Prairie Barrister concluded, “If they choose to settle knowing their lawyer is willing and able walk the path to justice, then that choice is truly theirs. If they opt for a jury trial, they must know there is no guarantee. But they will participate in a sacred process – a chance to be seen, to be heard, and to pursue justice.”<\/p>\n

The Prairie Barrister then turned to the mediation room where his client was waiting. At the last moment, the Prairie Barrister turned back to the young lawyer and offered some final advise, \u201cDon\u2019t forget about the power of \u2018no.\u2019 Often, insurance lawyers and adjusters think they have the power because they have the money and they think money is the ultimate power to resolve a case. But they are wrong. When you are ready to try your case, to pursue higher ideals and reject their offers at mediation, they are forced to acknowledge that you and your client are the only ones with the power to let them off the hook, to let them avoid a public trial about the harm they caused. Often, theyunderestimate you and your client and, if you say no to their offers at mediation, they are surprised. When they think about a trial and the risk they face, they often make even higher offers later. When they truly believe you are ready, willing and able to try your case, then you will get their real final offer.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Prairie Barrister then added with a sly grin, \u201cAnd, remember, what if you succeed at trial? The best part of this job is beating final offers at trial and demonstrating who really has the power: the jury.\u201d<\/p>\n

In the quiet aftermath of the Prairie Barrister’s words, the young lawyer felt a wave of relief. The hallway no longer seemed daunting, the insurance lawyers less menacing.<\/p>\n

The path forward was clearer. With renewed courage, they nodded, thanking the Prairie Barrister before both turned back toward the mediation rooms knowing only they and their clients had the power to decide whether to settle or try their case to a jury.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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