LAW 278 Negotiation
Explore advocacy in negotiation through this simulated course. Students will review backgrounds, anticipate issues, propose solutions, negotiate with clients and opposing attorneys, and draft agreements reflecting the terms.
Develop real-world skills needed to avoid or end legal conflicts. Explore our alternative dispute resolution certificate program to advocate for clients.
JD
Graduate,
90
3 Years
Salem Campus
Explore advocacy in negotiation through this simulated course. Students will review backgrounds, anticipate issues, propose solutions, negotiate with clients and opposing attorneys, and draft agreements reflecting the terms.
Examine commercial and labor arbitration, including arbitration agreements, judicial review, and the enforceability of awards. This course highlights doctrinal study and court rulings, with some practical skill-building components.
Our faculty members are experts in arbitration, negotiation, and the mediation process. They'll provide helpful ADR training to prepare you for your career. Tackle reading assignments, professional development opportunities, and more with support from our professors.
Professor Cook has been in private practice since 1996, focusing on protective proceedings, estate planning, probate and trust administration. Her practice includes wills, trusts, estate and disability planning, guardianships, conservatorships, and probate matters.
Professor Simowitz has focused on cross-border business transactions, litigation, and arbitration. He is the Director for the Business Lawyering Institute at Willamette University.
No matter what you're interested in, we offer a variety of ways to connect and develop the right skills for your career path. Gain hands-on experience through student groups, centers, and other options on campus.
The Family Law and Child Advocacy Association connects students passionate about family and child law. Connect with peers and lawyers, attend events, and volunteer.
The Willamette Journal of International Law and Dispute Resolution focuses each issue on a single theme. Gain experience with legal research and review experience.
Only current students can apply to our certificate program. In their online application, students must attest to their academic good standing (i.e. cumulative GPA above 2.30) and provide a 250-word personal statement explaining why they wish to pursue their certificate. The director may cap the size of the program, based on advising capacity and capstone course availability. Please contact the Program Director for further information.
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