I was delighted to welcome Professor Kevin Scudder to the Expert Views on  ADR (EVA) Podcast Show.  

He is a Collaborative Attorney, Mediator, Writer, Trainer, and founder of the Seattle Collaborative Law Center, PLLC, based in Washington.   

 Professor Kevin is a Board Member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals,  a Board Member of the Civil Collaborative Organisation, the Global Collaborative Law Council and a Past President of Washington State’s state-wide Collaborative organisation, the Collaborative Professionals of Washington.   

He wears many hats, so I have left the links to his profile below:

 https://www.seattleclc.com/kevin-scudder/ 

https://law.seattleu.edu/faculty/directory/profiles/scudder-kevin.html 

We analysed the following questions: 

 1. What is Collaborative Law and its impact in the US, specifically Washington? 

 2. Is there any history associated with or behind Collaborative Law in the US?

 3. Is there any measurable difference or impact on the Cost and Time Frame for settling disputes under Collaborative Law Compared to litigation and Mediation? 

 4. Any Similarities or Differences between Mediation and Collaborative Law?

 5. What models can be used in Collaborative law?

 6. Can it be used to settle all kinds of disputes or Conflicts? 

 7. Can Collaborative Law be utilised in all Cities / States in the US? 

 8. What is your advice for potential users and people pursuing a career in Collaborative Law? 

 9. What are the aims and objectives of the Seattle Collaborative Law Center, PLLC?