When you choose a mediator, you’re not just hiring a neutral third party. You’re selecting the person who will guide the room toward resolution. In high-stakes disputes, credibility and perspective can mean the difference between leaving with a signed agreement or walking away empty-handed.
At Jenevein Mediations, we believe that perspective matters because credibility matters. And credibility is earned through experience, insight, and character.
30+ Years of Perspective at the Table
Judge Bob Jenevein brings over three decades of dispute resolution experience from every seat in the room:
- Litigator: Advocate for clients in court, learning what makes cases succeed.
- Judge: Presided over complex disputes, balancing fairness and efficiency
- Arbitrator: Applied a decision-maker’s eye to nuanced fact patterns.
- Mediator: Helped parties resolve cases without the cost, risk, and uncertainty of trial.
- MBA Professor of Masters Negotiation: Taught business leaders how to create value and find solutions at the SMU Cox School of Business.
Each of these roles adds depth to his perspective — and that perspective builds the credibility that parties need to trust when the room gets tense.
Why Perspective Changes Outcomes
Mediation isn’t just about shuttling offers back and forth. It’s about reading the room, understanding leverage, and helping both sides see a path forward.
A mediator with deep perspective can:
- Recognize hidden opportunities: Spot common ground that may not be obvious to either party.
- Earn trust on both sides: Parties are more likely to move when they believe the mediator understands their position.
- Anticipate roadblocks: Experience helps predict where negotiations may stall, and address those issues early.
- Balance empathy with realism: It’s not just about listening; it’s about helping parties see the likely outcome if they don’t compromise.
When a mediator has credibility born of experience, parties are more likely to stay engaged, even when discussions get difficult.
The Credibility Factor
Credibility is more than just knowledge — it’s character. Judge Jenevein is known for being prepared, professional, and practical. Attorneys who mediate with him know that he will take the time to understand the case, respect their clients, and keep the process moving.
In an era where litigation costs are rising and trial dates are uncertain, parties need a mediator they can trust to guide them toward a resolution that makes sense, not just push them to settle.
Perspective = Results
We often say that perspective changes the conversation. When litigants trust the mediator’s perspective, they’re willing to look at their case in a new light. That shift can turn an impasse into an agreement.
If you’re looking for a mediator who combines judicial temperament with practical business sense, Judge Jenevein brings the credibility and perspective you need to resolve your case efficiently.
Ready to schedule a mediation?
Visit jeneveinmediations.com/scheduling to put Judge Jenevein’s perspective to work for your case.
