Author: Frank Burke

July 8, 2024
by Frank Burke

Anticipating and Resolving Disputes in Small Business Partnerships and LLC’s

According to the latest available data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, around 20%-23% of new businesses fail within their first year. About 595,000…

January 9, 2023
by Frank Burke

Frank Burke Inducted Into National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals

Happy 2023! I am pleased to announce that I have been inducted into the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals (NADN) for both mediation and arbitration….

November 1, 2022
by Frank Burke

Introducing Frank Burke Mediation and Arbitration PC

  Yesterday I announced my new business, which better reflects my evolving practice balance between mediation and arbitration matters. I am now practicing as an…

April 24, 2022
by Frank Burke

Joint Ownership and Property Division Issues April 28, 2022 12-1:30 PDT via Zoom

We invite you to join us for this unique cross-over event that focuses on co-ownership and division of real property and real estate businesses from…

September 21, 2021
by Frank Burke

Practical Tips on Privacy Law and Cybersecurity for General Business Practitioners 9/28/21 12-1:30 pm PDT via Zoom

Please join me, Ian Ballon, Greenberg Traurig LLC Global IP & Technology Co-Chair and Stephanie O. Sparks, Hoge Fenton Privacy & Data Security and IP…

May 17, 2021
by Frank Burke

California Cannabis Industry Update CLE: June 22, 2021 12-1:30 pm PDT via Zoom

Please join us for a timely update of new statutory and regulatory developments for retailers, landlords and cultivators involved in cannabis and hemp businesses. The…

April 22, 2021
by Frank Burke

Temporary or Partial Impracticability and Frustration of Purpose and Pandemic Affected Contracts and Leases

The Restatement 2d of Contracts, adopted in 1981, added concepts of temporary and partial impracticability and also restitution or reliance damages to ameliorate loss.  While…

February 19, 2021
by Frank Burke

Residential Landlord Tenant Update: California Senate Bill 91, Unlawful Detainers, Rent Relief and Collection February 23, 2021 12-1:30 pm via Zoom

Please join us for a timely update program on “Residential Landlord Tenant Actions: The New Senate Bill 91, and Updates on Unlawful Detainers, Rent Relief…

November 16, 2020
by Frank Burke

Mediating and Resolving COVID-19-Related Contract and Commercial Lease Disputes

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a negative effect on contracts and commercial  leases, preventing or slowing performance and upending the expectations of contracting parties. In…

June 30, 2020
by Frank Burke

“Relentless”​ Daily Journal Profile of Frank Burke, “A shrewd mediator with an ability to settle difficult cases.”​

This profile of me appeared recently in the Daily Journal, the California statewide legal newspaper. It was an honor to read the kind words from…

June 16, 2020
by Frank Burke

COVID-19 and Contract Performance, 6/30/20 12-1, SCCBA Zoom Seminar

Please join us for the upcoming Santa Clara County Bar Association Zoom seminar on COVID-19 and Its Impact on Enforcement or Excuse of Contract Performance…

May 12, 2020
by Frank Burke

Depositions of Business Representatives, 5/19/20, 12-2, SCCBA Zoom Seminar

Please join us for the upcoming Santa Clara County Bar Association Zoom seminar on Tips and Tactics in Deposing and Defending Business Representatives on May…

March 24, 2020
by Frank Burke

Zoom Video Conferencing Mediations and Arbitrations During the COVID-19 Outbreak

By using Zoom online videoconferencing for mediation or arbitration sessions, ADR providers can allay any concerns you may have related to traveling or meeting in…

August 29, 2019
by Frank Burke

Effective Mediation and Settlement of Commercial Real Estate Disputes Live and Webcast September 19, 2019 12-2 p.m. PDT

Please join us for the national webcast of “Effective Mediation and Settlement of Commercial Real Estate Disputes” on September 19, 2019 from 12-2 p.m. PST, …

March 25, 2019
by Frank Burke

10 Mediation Tips For Patent And Trade Secret Cases- Part 2

Technology companies have choices to make at various phases of the mediation process for patent and trade secret cases. Part 2 of the article focuses on:…

March 12, 2019
by Frank Burke

10 Mediation Tips For Patent And Trade Secret Cases- Part 1

Technology companies have choices to make at various phases of the mediation process for patent and trade secret cases. Patent and trade secret litigation remain important…

February 7, 2019
by Frank Burke

10 Tips For A Successful Employment Mediation- Part 2

A very high percentage of employment claims are resolved through mediation. This article addresses best practices in planning, strategy and advocacy in the mediation process….

January 29, 2019
by Frank Burke

10 Tips For A Successful Employment Mediation- Part 1

Recently, courts across the country have seen an increase in employment law claims. Given its strict Labor Code and discrimination laws, this trend has been…

November 8, 2018
by Frank Burke

Effective Mediation of Technology Litigation

Please join us for the national webcast of “Effective Mediation of Technology Litigation” involving trade secret misappropriation and patent infringement on December 12, 2018 from…

September 4, 2018
by Frank Burke

Introducing ADR & Conflict Management Strategies

Welcome! ADR & Conflict Management Strategies at https://www.adrconflictstrategies.com will  offer ideas on alternative dispute resolution best practices in planning, strategy and advocacy in the full…