Cooper Mediation Inc. is pleased to share that Jonathan Cooper has been featured in the September 2026 issue of WP Magazine, published by the Ontario Insurance Adjusters Association. His article, “When To Mediate Early? A Practical Guide,” appears alongside insightful contributions by Michael Thompson, Dr....
Cooper Mediation Inc. is pleased to announce that mediator Vance Cooper has been recognized in the 2027 Best Law Firms™ – Canada Rankings for his work in Alternative Dispute Resolution. Best Lawyers is a peer-review publication that, for two decades in Canada, has highlighted lawyers acknowledged...
[ Print Version - PDF ] Escalating litigation costs, procedural friction, and lengthy delays. There are many reasons for insurance claims and disputes to stagnate. One potential solution is to mediate early. Early mediation is not a one-size-fits-all approach; but, it can offer front-loaded and efficient opportunities...
Mandatory mediation in several Ontario jurisdictions has helped give rise to a fantastic group of roster-rate mediators and a process designed with cost-effectiveness, efficiency and, most importantly, resolution in mind. The key is to make the most of the opportunity. Here are five tips for getting the...
And now for something completely different… This year, Vancestock is changing its tune. On Thursday, October 1, 2026, four exceptional singer-songwriters will take the stage at Revival in an intimate semi-round format. Join us as Tommy Youngsteen, Aphrose, Mike T. Kerr and Sandra Bouza take turns sharing the...
Mediation is shaped by myths and assumptions about what settlement can accomplish, how quickly people can change their positions, what certain negotiating positions mean, and how parties should begin the bargaining process. Many of these beliefs contain an element of truth. But when they are treated...
My mediation practice typically involves disputes around money. Plaintiffs seek to maximize their recovery at mediation. Defendants seek to minimize their payout. Perhaps surprising to some, the strategies and tactics to achieve these objectives are virtually the same. What follows is not revolutionary, but helpful to...
Successful negotiation isn’t just about the numbers; it’s about what the numbers communicate. Here are three points I encourage my clients to consider in mediation: 1. How The Offer Is Presented By breaking an offer down into each head of damages, plus costs and disbursements, you help the...
Cooper Mediation is pleased to once again support the Birdies For Brain Injury Golf Tournament as a Cart Sponsor. The event takes place on Friday, June 19, 2026 at Angus Glen Golf Club (North Course). This tournament raises funds for the Brain Injury Society of Toronto...
Cooper Mediation is pleased to invite you to Vancestock XV, our annual fundraiser in support of Trails Youth Initiatives. Save The Date Vancestock XV will take place on Thursday, October 1, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, for an evening of live music, community, and charitable...
