After the Hearing (Fall Labor Webinar Series - Session 3) - Nov. 19th, 2026 

Location: Online via Zoom

Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (Eastern Time)

Program Description:

This webinar focuses on what happens after the hearing concludes in a labor arbitration. Two experienced labor arbitrators will discuss the post-hearing phase of the arbitration process and offer practical insights from the arbitrator's perspective. Topics include post-hearing briefs, how arbitrators analyze cases, weighing evidence, resolving factual disputes, applying contract language and past practice, remedies, what influences awards, and post-award issues.


Learning Objectives:

• Describe the role of post-hearing briefs in the labor arbitration process.
• Explain how arbitrators evaluate evidence, resolve factual disputes, and apply contract language and past practice.
• Identify the factors that may influence arbitration awards and the selection of remedies.
• Recognize common issues that may arise following the issuance of an arbitration award.

Faculty:

Mary Ellen Shea, AAA Arbitrator
Emily Jackson Esq., AAA Arbitrator

CLE Information:

Cerifi LegalEdge is coordinating the application process for continuing legal education (CLE) credit on behalf of the American Arbitration Association. CLE credit has been requested in California, Illinois, Ohio, New Jersey and New York.

Approval and credit amounts are subject to each jurisdiction’s review and rules and therefore cannot be guaranteed or confirmed in advance. Final credit eligibility will be determined by the respective state CLE authorities upon review of the program and verified attendance.

AAA Education Scholarships Available:

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