Join us for an insightful and engaging webinar on virtual mediation and building new skills for the modern mediation professional. As virtual mediation becomes increasingly prevalent in resolving disputes, this session will provide a deep dive into its benefits, challenges, and practical strategies for success.  

This webinar is ideal for mediators, legal professionals, dispute resolution practitioners, and anyone interested in understanding the nuances of virtual mediation. Whether you're new to virtual mediation or looking to refine your approach, this session offers valuable perspectives. 

This webinar will be moderated by Cristen Bauer. 

The Ongoing Learning series is FREE for Ciarb Fellows: register now! 

Please note, times listed are in GMT. This event is virtual only.

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Cristen Bauer

Cristen Bauer, Director of External Affairs at Ciarb, specialises in trade, investment law, and dispute resolution. She has global experience, publishes on tech and arbitration, and holds degrees from Georgetown and The Chinese University of Hong Kong, and Texas A&M.

Siddharth Jha

Siddharth Jha is Counsel at the Singapore International Mediation Centre (SIMC), where he drives strategy, capacity-building, and international expansion in mediation. As the head of Learning & Development, he has transformed it into a key pillar of SIMC’s global engagement—expanding mediation training programs, forging strategic partnerships, and enhancing the centre’s impact on dispute resolution worldwide.

With a strong focus on institutional collaborations and market development, Siddharth oversees mediation case facilitation, working closely with international organizations, government bodies, law firms, and corporate legal teams to promote mediation as a preferred dispute resolution mechanism. Under his leadership, training initiatives have scaled significantly, achieving key accreditation milestones and establishing partnerships with leading international development agencies dedicated to advancing dispute resolution. His expertise lies in the development of high-impact mediation and negotiation programs for senior lawyers, judges, and corporate executives across more than 15 countries, equipping professionals with advanced dispute resolution skills.

Before joining SIMC, Siddharth played a pivotal role in establishing a mediation centre within Bombay Chambers of Commerce and Industry, where he also led its Legal & IPR Committee. As a legal professional, he has represented clients in commercial and civil litigation before the Supreme Court and High Courts of India.

Corrado Mora

Corrado Mora, an international mediator, serves on panels of top mediation institutions. He is a trainer, academic, Senior Faculty at Ciarb, and Professor of Mediation and Negotiation at Trento University.

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** Valid for Low-income and Lower-middle-income economies as per World Bank classification.

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This webinar is part of Ciarb's Ongoing Learning– a range of learning opportunities designed to help you deepen your knowledge and skills, and keep you informed and up to date. Look out for more information about Ongoing Learning in the coming months. Attendees can claim an Ongoing Learning certificate as part of this webinar. Recordings will be available after the event. If you are unable to attend the live event, buying a ticket will still give you access to the recording.