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Discovery In Arbitration

The Alternative Dispute Resolution: Arbitration Section presents

Discovery In Arbitration

Recent Developments, Best Practices, and AI’s Impact

Date Thursday, February 19, 2026
MCLE Registration 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Virtual Program 12:00 - 1:15 p.m.
MCLE 1 Hour

Speakers

   
Dana Welch
Welch ADR
Jonathan Polland
Polland ADR


Moderator

 
Aaron Gothelf
American Arbitration Association

This Webinar will examine rules, cases and statutes applicable to discovery in arbitration (including third party discovery), best practices for conducting discovery and resolving discovery disputes, and the impact of ESI and AI on discovery in arbitration.

Topics

  • How an arbitrator determines the appropriate scope of discovery
  • Discovery issues to address at the preliminary hearing
  • Third party discovery under the FAA and under the CAA
  • Best practices for resolving discovery disputes in arbitration
  • The impact of ESI and AI on the conduct of discovery in arbitration, and the resolution of discovery disputes

Section Co-Chairs
John S. Worden, Venable
Mark LeHocky, ADR Services


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Event Code: G264102
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Cost

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$60 BASF Member
$75 All Others
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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.

When
2/19/2026 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
Where
Online only CA