Don’t Assume the Worst: Why Conversation Still Matters in Litigation
From CLEs You Actually Want to Hear by Beverly Hills Bar Association
June 11, 2026 · 29 min · Season 2 · Episode 142
About this episode
Robyn Frick discusses the importance of direct communication in litigation to improve case resolution.
Modern litigation is dominated by email and written correspondence, and direct conversations between lawyers have become less common. Yet many disputes stall not because the law is unclear, but because key information is not exchanged clearly or early enough. In this half hour presentation, mediator and former litigator Robyn Frick explores the role communication plays in moving cases toward resolution. Drawing on her experience as both a litigator and mediator, she discusses how timely conversations between counsel can clarify issues, reduce misunderstandings, and help cases progress more efficiently. Participants will leave with practical guidance on when direct communication is most effective and how conversations at key inflection points in litigation can strengthen advocacy and improve outcomes. Audio versions of Beverly Hills Bar Association programs are eligible for Self-Study CLE credit in California. Visit www.bhba.org/podcasts for more information.
People in this episode
Guest: Robyn Frick
Topics covered
- litigation
- communication
- mediation
- law
- dispute resolution
Keywords
- litigation
- communication
- lawyers
- mediation
- disputes
- resolution
- advocacy
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Beverly Hills Bar Association
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