Patrick Nichols, a full-time trial lawyer/mediator since 2003, presents a diverse portfolio of experience in dispute resolution. His practice emphasizes litigated cases in employment, personal injury, and family law. He has trained judges in settlement conference ethics, has presented nationally to the ABA and International Academy of Mediators where he is a Distinguished Fellow, and has conducted research for the Kansas courts on mediation styles and satisfaction. By tailoring the process to the problem, he presents neutral case evaluation, facilitates settlement dialog, and can help the parties seek a deeper resolution where required by ongoing relationships.