The Bar Association of San Francisco's ADR Department presents
Mediate to Settle
A 40-Hour Professional Mediator Certificate Training
Co-Sponsored by the Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Mateo, Solano, and Sonoma County Bar Associations
| Dates |
August 31, 2026
September 1, 2026
September 2, 2026
September 3, 2026
September 4, 2026
September 8, 2026 (online only, 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.)
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MCLE Registration
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8:30 - 9:00 a.m.
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In-Person Program
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9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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| MCLE |
40 Hours, of which 2 Hours of Legal Ethics, 2 Hours of Elimination of Bias, and 1 Hour of Technology
*This is a six-day event, and you must attend all six days to complete the program |
| Location |
BASF Offices
50 Fremont Street, Suite 1700
San Francisco, CA |
Transform your approach to conflict. Join BASF’s intensive, five-day, 40-hour Mediator Certificate Training led by internationally recognized mediator and trainer Dr. Sukhsimranjit Singh.
This highly experiential program focuses on practical tools and real-world application. Participants will learn Dr. Singh’s five-step framework for effective mediation, along with strategies for navigating power, trust, complexity, and cultural dynamics. The training will emphasize the human element of mediation, cross-cultural fluency, advanced negotiation mastery and impasse breaking techniques. You will engage in practical, real-world scenarios designed to build muscle memory for high-stakes mediations.
This session offers the unique opportunity to learn under the mentorship of Weinstein-JAMS Fellows—distinguished judges and top-tier dispute resolution professionals from around the globe. This creates a world-class environment for networking and cross-cultural learning that is unavailable in standard training
Topics
- Designing the mediation table, managing neutrality, and core mediator skill-building
- Advanced strategies to navigate power imbalances, build trust, and overcome deadlock
- Mastering negotiation methodologies and crafting sound "Mediator Proposals"
- Integrating technology and navigating cross-cultural challenges in a globalized world
- Post-mediation follow-up and the business of building a sustainable mediation practice
Faculty
Dr. Sukhsimranjit Singh is a mediator, facilitator, trainer, and author with more than 25 years of experience in dispute resolution, negotiation, and leadership. A former Managing Director of the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law, Dr. Singh is an international mediator who serves on the JAMS panel and the Weinstein International Foundation. He has delivered over 500 talks in more than 50 countries and is a two-time TEDx speaker, Peacemaker Award recipient, and founder of Singh Academy.
Exclusive Training Completion Perks
- Enjoy one full year of access to exclusive online materials through Dr. Singh’s global Academy to continue your learning journey.
Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Email adr@sfbar.org.
Event Code: ADR262052
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Cost
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Program Access
This is an in-Person program only. Virtual access will not be available. Program recordings are not guaranteed and/or included with this registration, nor immediately accessible to registrants. Approved recordings of live programs are converted to On-Demand CLE Courses and available for separate purchase through a third-party library 30 business days after the live recording.
Attending Programs
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Substitution, Cancellation, and Refund Requests
A 50% refund is available if you cancel at least 30 business days prior to the event. For cancellation, please email adr@sfbar.org.
If you are unable to attend, you may send a substitute. Please email adr@sfbar.org.
MCLE Notice
To receive MCLE credit, you must sign in during the designated MCLE registration period. This activity is approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of California. BASF is a certified provider: Provider #103
Accessibility
People with disabilities and/or special requests should contact BASF regarding reasonable accommodations.