Theo Cheng

Independent full-time arbitrator and mediator for commercial, IP, entertainment, technology, and employment disputes; thought leader on ADR and diversity

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

As a Lexis Practice Advisor, I periodically write practice notes for LexisNexis’ Practical Guidance series on various ADR-related topics. I’m sharing with you the updated 2023 version of my note on pre-award and post-award interest in domestic arbitration…https://t.co/OJHZbNmR62

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

Thank you, @JeffKichaven, for your hard work in bringing forth these important issues! It was a pleasure working and presenting this mediation ethics program with you, Nancy Wolff, and Barry Werbin.

Also, many thanks and congratulations on another succe…https://t.co/ZXrJgZvF3t

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

As a Lexis Practice Advisor, I periodically write practice notes for LexisNexis’ Practical Guidance series on various ADR-related topics. I’m sharing with you the updated 2023 version of my note on nonparty discovery practice in domestic arbitration proce…https://t.co/bF91PtplAT

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

As some of you know, I am a Lexis Practice Advisor, and I periodically write practice notes for LexisNexis’ Practical Guidance series on various ADR-related topics. I’m sharing with you the updated 2023 version of my note on preliminary hearings in domest…https://t.co/9NfLu3mUTe

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

The ABA L&E Law Section’s FLSL Committee Midwinter Meeting is off to a great start! This afternoon on Day 1 featured Clara Coleman, Susan Eisenberg, Lisa A. "Lee" Schreter, and Allen Waxman addressing “Strategies for Arbitrating FLSA Claims En Masse,” f…https://t.co/YeuBGoyOqZ

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

The FLSL Committee has been hard at work planning informative and exciting programming for the upcoming Midwinter Meeting on February 15-17, 2023 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (https://t.co/ZPjLvvEzQj)! Attendees will hear from many l…https://t.co/Ihu87Z8T4C https://t.co/rNjLGNfMoO

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

I had a terrific time speaking on this all-star panel! I learned a lot from my co-panelists @PierreFelixUS, Rachel A. Gupta, Noah Hanft, and @jtzaino, and Jay Safer did an excellent job moderating and organizing us.

Thank you also to the American Arbitr…https://t.co/ooRKhtcs3N

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

Congratulations Usher Winslett, FCIArb! I thank you, Linda A. Michler, and @GarzaLawPLLC for inviting me to present before your committee on this important topic. I'm very much looking forward to it!

#thankyou #ADR #arbitration https://t.co/DEtBiy6Upu

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

As 2022 draws to a close, I am proud and excited to share that I am marking the completion of my 5th year as an independent, full-time arbitrator and mediator (and over 13 years serving as a neutral)! I want to take this opportunity to thank all the couns…https://t.co/ut14cg8J53

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

I look forward to seeing old friends (including fellow panelists @PierreFelixUS, Rachel A. Gupta, Noah Hanft, and @jtzaino) and making new ones at this program next month!

Thank you, Jay Safer, for the invitation, and, as always, kudos to Loretta Gastwi…https://t.co/NsJ8VqjYJ1

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

I'm pleased to share my latest column in the New York State Bar Association Entertainment, Arts & Sports Law Journal entitled “Considering Alternative Dispute Resolution for Trusts and Estates Disputes.” Grounded in the cautionary tales of many entertainm…https://t.co/LjwTQgoATY

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

Melissa Yang was a fabulous guest in my ADR survey course at New York Law School! She explained how she prepares both herself and her clients for a mediation, and how she works with mediators to explore possible resolutions. I will also have the pleasure…https://t.co/xmAGOMx10w

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

I'm pleased to share my latest Resolution Alley column from the New York State Bar Association Entertainment, Arts & Sports Law Journal. Entitled "'The Slap' and Emotions in Conflicts and Disputes," it takes the real-life example of Will Smith’s infamous…https://t.co/EkX91eTyI0

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

Looking for arbitration training or a “brush-up” course? Want to enhance your arbitration practice and business? Don’t miss the ABA Dispute Resolution Section’s 15th Arbitration Training Institute & Arbitration Practice Development Program from June 1-3 a…https://t.co/BjXYqQrul9

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

Look what arrived in the mail -- my invitation to be admitted as a Fellow of the College of Commercial Arbitrators! Over the years, I have developed many close collegial and professional relationships with several CCA Fellows, with many of whom I have had…https://t.co/JGNtd2UrLG

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

I am excited to announce that I have become a Practitioner in Residence at the Center for Intellectual Property x Innovation Policy at the George Mason University - Antonin Scalia Law School! I will be working with Sandra Aistars,…https://t.co/MHSySosq09 https://t.co/ZLM5tdOjfE

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

As many of you know, I have found my work with Storytelling Arts over the past decade tremendously rewarding. I’m thrilled to share that we are looking for new Trustees!

Based in Hunterdon County, NJ, Storytelling Arts is a nonprofit community of storyte…https://t.co/TekY8gkjNI

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

I'm pleased to share an updated version of my Practical Law practice note on virtual (remote) mediation now that we are over 18 months into this pandemic. As always, many thanks to my editor, @sskulnik, for both his editing and the opportunity to share th…https://t.co/lFA71CLbSl

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

I'm very much looking forward to the opportunity to sit down tomorrow with Juli Saitz and @omedenica and talk about the use of expert witnesses in arbitrations and court proceedings. Thanks to the ABA Litigation Section for hosting us!

#ADR
#arbitration https://t.co/hwsvKGNpEd

[Theo Cheng @tchengipadr]

I'm happy to share a new article detailing my perspectives on using remote proceedings to resolve disputes both during and after the pandemic, which was published in Bright Ideas, the official publication of the New York State Bar Association Intellectual…https://t.co/oFMjT83iz3