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Neutral Yaroslav Sochynsky likens mediation briefing to 'sheet music'
The Daily Journal – August 8, 2014
Arbitration and mediation resemble different forms of music, according to Yaroslav "Yarko" Sochynsky, a veteran neutral who practices both varieties of dispute resolution and plays jazz piano on the side.
The $7 Billion CalL
Oregon Quarterly: The Magazine of the University of Oregon – Winter 2008
Unraveling the insurance claims after the attacks on the World Trade Center in New York was the Super Bowl of mediation for Randy Wulff.
The Velvet Hammer: Mediator tries to settle Morgan Hill courthouse flap
Mercury News – November 29, 2008
The man in the white collar sounds like a minister joining a couple in holy matrimony: "If someone knows of a reason why we shouldn't be here, please speak up or hold your peace.''
Global Mediator Can Navigate Around Big Egos
The Daily Journal – VERDICTS September 14, 2007
An accomplished jazz pianist, Yaroslav Sochynsky brings a variation of his subtle skills as a musician into play in his work as a mediator and arbitrator.
Oakland Neutral a Favorite in Handling 9/11 Claims
The Recorder – COURT WATCH October 25, 2005
It used to be that Oakland neutral Randall Wulff wouldn't accept a case outside of his own time zone. But some assignments are too good to pass up.
Wulff Chosen to Head 9/11 Panel on WTC Loss
The Oakland Tribune – April 21, 2004
An East Bay attorney and mediator will play a pivotal role in determining the amount of loss resulting from the World Trade Center's destruction at the hands of terrorists Sept. 11, 2001.
Neutral Zone
Daily Journal Extra – November 25, 2002
Need that case settled now, as in yesterday? Check out our inaugural list of the state's most sought after mediators. These 20 gifted neutrals expertly resolve the most complicated disputes outside the courtroom and end up saving everybody a lot of money.
Settlement Wizard
ADR Profile, Verdicts & Settlements March 3, 2000
Randall W. Wulff, A master mediator who has been involved in alternative dispute resolution since its infancy praises the process with the enthusiasm of a proud parent.
Ready, Set, Mediate
California Law – BUSINESS July 29, 1996
ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION: Failed mediations are generally the result of poor preparation. Spending sufficient time in advance lets both lawyer and client get the most out of the process. By William A. Quinby