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David Dowling and Stephanie Blondell

Straus Faculty Present at the 2026 SELPA Administrators of California ADR Conference

Straus Institute managing director David Dowling and professor of law in practice and faculty director Stephanie Blondell presented at the 2026 SELPA Administrators of California ADR Conference.

Straus MLC 2.0

Straus Institute Offers New Advanced Training: MLC 2.0

The Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution's inaugural MLC 2.0 delivered an exceptional experience for attendees.

Colleen Graffy Pepperdine Caruso Law faculty

Professor Colleen Graffy Interviewed on "The Impact of Events in Iran on the Russia-Ukraine Conflict" -- LBC Radio

Professor Colleen P. Graffy was interviewed on LBC Radio (London) for the Richard Spurr Show on the impact of events in Iran on the Russia-Ukraine War.

David Dowling in Brazil 2026

Professor David Dowling Brings Conflict Resolution Experience to Brazil

Professor David Dowling, managing director of the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, brought a series of academic, professional, and competition-related engagements to Curitiba and São Paulo, Brazil.

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Pepperdine Dispute Resolution Law Journal Announces Publication of Volume 26, Issue 1

The Pepperdine Dispute Resolution Law Journal has published Volume 26, Issue 1.

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Pepperdine Caruso Law Straus Institute to Participate in 2026 CPR International Mediation Competition in Sao Paolo, Brazil

The premier international competition brings together top student teams from around the world to demonstrate mediation and advocacy skills.

Tulane MLB competition 2026

Pepperdine Caruso Law Team Competes at Tulane International Baseball Arbitration Competition 2026

The Pepperdine Caruso Law team of Tommy Redell and Liam Ganion represented Pepperdine Sports Law at the Tulane International Baseball Arbitration Competition.

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Straus Institute Student Team Earns Distinction at Global Mediation Competition in Paris

On February 4, three Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution students took the international stage at the 21st Annual ICC International Commercial Mediation Competition.

Tom Stipanowich Pepperdine Caruso Law faculty

Professor Tom Stipanowich Recognized in Lexology Index: Arbitration 2026

Professor Thomas J. Stipanowich has been recognized by JAMS as one of the distinguished neutrals named in Lexology Index: Arbitration 2026.