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Paul W. McVicker
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- Seattle, WA
- United States
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Paul W. McVicker's Groups
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Arbitration Place
14 members
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Task Force on Early Disp…
5 members
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Foreclosure Mediation Di…
73 members
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Uniform Collaborative La…
12 members
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Legislative Committee
19 members
Paul W. McVicker's Discussions
UCLA/R open forum call for volunteers.
Action Alert: The ADR Legislative Committee needs help in the planning of the November 17 Open…Continue
Started Oct 5, 2011
Collaborative Law Act
1 Reply
Since the Uniform Law Commission has passed a final version of the Uniform Collaborative Law Act, it is beginning to be promoted, discussed, and/or vetted by various attorney groups. A threshold…Continue
Tags: Legislation, Law, Collaborative
Started this discussion. Last reply by Joyce Lynn Elder Dec 13, 2010.
Newsletter online
1 Reply
The most recent addition to the newsletter is on line under Section News. Comments on the newsletter and it's contents are welcome. Earlier editions of the newsletter are also online.Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by David H. Black Apr 20, 2010.
Paul W. McVicker's Page
Profile Information
- Title/Position
- Attorney
- Company/Employer
- Seattle Law and Mediation, P.S.
- Services Provided
- Legal Advice & Counsel, Advocacy, Collaborative Law, Litigation, Mediator
- Practice Areas
- Business, Collaborative Law, Family Law
- Phone
- 206-456-6641
- paul@seattleLawandMediation.net
Latest Activity
Jeff Bean replied to Paul W. McVicker's discussion 'Meeting Aril 25, 2013, Twilight of 2013 Legislative Session and Look Forward to 2014.' in the group Legislative Committee"FYI: the amendment to the Uniform Arbitration Act is HB 1065. Here's the bill tracker. It's on to the Governor."
Jeff Bean commented on Paul W. McVicker's group 'Uniform Collaborative Law Act/ Rules'"House concurred with Senate amendments. On to the Governor's Office."
Paul W. McVicker is attending Helen Ling's event
ADR and Policy: Where Alternative Dispute Resolution and Politics Intersect (A Membership Presentation and Networking Evening) at Red Lion Hotel Downtown Seattle
May 9, 2013 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Join the WSBA ADR Section Membership Committee for the third event in our 2013 series of panel presentation/networking events:ADR and Policy: Where Alternative Dispute Resolution and Politics IntersectCome and hear about the Fairness Foreclosure Act, Uniform Collaborative Law Act, Uniform Mediation Act, Uniform Arbitration Act, and child parenting mediation, among other legislative topics.Our Panelists:Representative Roger Goodman of the 45th Legislative District, Washington State House of…See More
Paul W. McVicker posted a blog postA Mediator’s Assessment of Safety Issues and Concerns
The Viola J. Taliaferro Family and Children Mediation Clinic and the Indiana University Maurer School of Law have been studying screening for intimate partner violence and/or abuse in family mediation for several years. As a result of their studies they developed a new screening method designed to be given as an interview. The assessment, Mediator’s Assessment of Safety Issues and Concerns or MASIC, was featured in an article in the Family Court Review in October 2010 and was recently revised…See More
Jeff Bean commented on Paul W. McVicker's group 'Uniform Collaborative Law Act/ Rules'"UCLA passed the Senate April 15."
Paul W. McVicker posted a blog postSupreme Court Proposes Collaborative Law Rules
Report of the ADR Section Legislative CommitteeOn April 5, 2013 the Washington Supreme Court entered an Order on the adoption of Collaborative Law Rules. A copy of the complete order with the proposed Rules is here: April 5 2013 Order on adoption of Collaborative Law Rules.It might…See More
Paul W. McVicker added a discussion to the group Legislative Committee
Meeting Aril 25, 2013, Twilight of 2013 Legislative Session and Look Forward to 2014.
The next meeting of the legislative committee will be on April 25, 2013 - at the offices of Seattle Law and Mediation, 1215 4th Ave, Suite 940, Seattle at 12:00 Noon.Legislative Committee Agenda:End of 2013 Session Summary – Look forward to 2014 SessionSession SummaryUCLA – expected pass, UCLR proposed by WA Supreme Court with comments pending.UAA amendment re: application of limitations – expected passHB 1353 Early mandated parenting mediation amendment to Family Mediation 26.09.015 – failed…See More
Paul W. McVicker added a page to the group Legislative CommitteeMeetings Summaries
Legislative Committee Meeting October 31st, 2012
The Legislative Committee at its meeting on Abe Lincoln’s birthday (Feb 12), recommended the that the ADR Section by its Executive Committee adopt the following resolutions. Please suggest any…
Jeff Bean commented on Paul W. McVicker's group 'Uniform Collaborative Law Act/ Rules'"The Washington State Supreme Court Rules Committee has recommended adoption of the WSBA's proposed set of Uniform Collaborative Law Rules. They are now published for comment to be received within the next 60…"
Jeff Bean replied to Paul W. McVicker's discussion 'Action Item - Recommendations for adoption by Excutive Committee' in the group Legislative Committee"Whereas it looks good to me, I hereby approve."
Paul W. McVicker added a discussion to the group Legislative CommitteeAction Item - Recommendations for adoption by Excutive Committee
The Legislative Committee at its meeting on Abe Lincoln’s birthday (Feb 12), recommended the that the ADR Section by its Executive Committee adopt the following resolutions. Please suggest any corrections or necessary changes to reflect the accuracy of my reporting. Also feel fee to add any commentary that might be more expansive or useful. The resolutions will be presented to the Executive Committee at its meeting Friday, February 15. Ergo, time is of the essence!Resolution with regard to…See More
Jeff Bean commented on Paul W. McVicker's blog post 'A Critique of Collaborative Divorce Law'"I'll leave it to those who actively practice Collaborative Law to address some of the misapprehension's Mr. Becker has of the practice. I'll limit my comments to correct the misstatements regarding WSBA's positions on the Uniform…"
Paul W. McVicker added a discussion to the group Legislative CommitteeNext meeting of Committee Feb 12, 2013
The Legislative Committee will meet on Feb 12, 2013 at 12:00 noon at 1215 4th Ave, Suite 940, Seattle, WA. In addition to celebrating Abe Lincoln's birthday, the meeting will take up recent legislation proposed in the current session. Details are posted on the committee web page.See More
Paul W. McVicker added a discussion to the group Legislative CommitteeUpdate - Legislative action.
Thanks to those who responded to my message yesterday about HB 1068 regarding limitations in Arbitration and HB 1116 on Collaborative Law. There is consensus that we recommend support of both bills. If anyone has a contrary position, I would like to hear from you!! Copies of the Bills appear on the pages section of our webpage. Our committee recommendation will be submitted to the Section's Executive Committee at its regular monthly meeting today.The House Judiciary Committee is having a…See More
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 9:34pm on December 9, 2010,
Joyce Lynn Elder said… No, I'm not the chair. I just joined the ADR section and the committee last week and am still feeling my way around. But I'm looking forward to participating actively.
- At 8:31pm on December 9, 2010, Joyce Lynn Elder said…
Hi, Paul! Welcome to the Legislative Committee! Still feeling my way around a bit, but did want to extend a welcome.
- At 6:57am on February 26, 2010, Jeff Bean said…
- Paul, welcome! Wander around and make yourself comfortable!
Paul W. McVicker's Blog
A Mediator’s Assessment of Safety Issues and Concerns
The Viola J. Taliaferro Family and Children Mediation Clinic and the Indiana University Maurer School of Law have been studying screening for intimate partner violence and/or abuse in family mediation for several years. As a result of their studies they developed a new screening method designed to be given as an interview. The assessment, Mediator’s Assessment of Safety Issues and Concerns or MASIC, was featured in an article in the Family Court Review in October…
ContinuePosted on April 16, 2013 at 10:30am
Supreme Court Proposes Collaborative Law Rules
Report of the ADR Section Legislative Committee
On April 5, 2013 the Washington Supreme Court entered an Order on the adoption of Collaborative Law Rules. A copy of the complete order with the proposed Rules is here: April 5 2013 Order on adoption of…
ContinuePosted on April 10, 2013 at 8:00am
A Critique of Collaborative Divorce Law
by Douglas P. Becker
Legislation has been proposed to establish collaborative law as an out-of-court system for divorces in Washington. Unfortunately collaborative law assumes an equality of knowledge, finances and determination that rarely exists. Its inherent problems have caused both the American Bar Association and Washington State Bar Association to reject the Uniform Collaborative…
ContinuePosted on January 22, 2013 at 6:35pm — 1 Comment
ADR Legislative Committee Study: Harmonizing the FFA & UMA
Posted on December 14, 2012 at 4:34am
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