| Abstract: | The following quote from Abraham Lincoln, dated 1850, should be kept in mind by all environmental attorneys: “Discourage litigation. Persuade your neighbors to compromise whenever you can. Point out to them how the nominal winner is often a real loser—in fees, expenses, and waste of time. As a peacemaker, the lawyer has a superior opportunity of being a good person]. There will still be business enough.” This article discusses mediation and mediation skills as invaluable tools for settling and managing environmental issues. |
