Choose your Class
Whether your role is that of first chair for either the employer or the union, or you help to support the labor arbitration process, this class is for you. Labor relations professionals and attorneys who represent and/or testify in labor arbitrations will gain a greater understanding of the process through hands-on practice.
Key topics include:
- How to develop the theory of the case and recognize the strengths and weaknesses in both parties’ position.
- Identifying the evidence that is needed to support your position and how to best present that evidence as well as anticipate the evidence that supports the other party’s theory.
- Practice in developing an opening statement that is contract based and engages the arbitrator.
- Determining how to best enter needed evidence through a witness.
- Preparing direct examination that enables your witness to tell their story and anticipate the likely areas of cross examination.
In depth practice and discussion regarding components of preparing for and presenting your case at arbitration.
Key outcomes
- Learn the process for analyzing cases to develop a grievance strategy
- Practice preparing and presenting an opening statement, with feedback from experienced professionals.
- Gain confidence and practical tools for preparing for direct examination.
Who should enroll
- New and experienced labor arbitration advocates
- Attorneys and non-attorney advocates
- Managers and union representatives who play significant roles in developing case strategies and preparation
- First and second chairs
- Witnesses who want to better understand the process
Special Features
In depth practice and discussion on preparing for and presenting your case at arbitration.
Participants are required to prepare and submit a pre-class assignment.