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









