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title: How to Get the Most out of Mediation
description: A recent blog on JAMS’ website from a retired California judge, Lynn Duryee, outlines some easy tips for mediation preparation. The blog can be found HERE.
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# [How to Get the Most out of Mediation](https://blog.goosmannlaw.com/blog/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-mediation)

 Written by [Goosmann Law Team](https://blog.goosmannlaw.com/blog/author/goosmann-law-team) | May 13, 2014 9:10:36 AM

May 13, 2014. A recent blog on [JAMS’ website](http://www.jamsadr.com/) from a retired California judge, [Lynn Duryee](http://www.jamsadr.com/duryee/), outlines some easy tips for mediation preparation. The blog can be found [HERE](http://www.jamsadr.com/files/Uploads/Documents/Articles/Duryee-Most-Mediation-Law-2014-04-28.pdf). In particular, I agree with the judge’s discussion regarding cultivating a relationship with your opposing counsel. One of the most recent cases I settled involved two parties who hated each other. I got along with the other lawyer, and with a lot of work we were able to get our clients to reach a settlement.

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