Shaping the Future of Dispute Resolution

 

CNDR prepares the next generation of lawyers, mediators, judges, and policymakers to lead in a changing world—through exceptional training, real-world impact, and a global perspective on justice.

 

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Our Areas of Focus

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Research & Scholarship

We produce field-defining research that bridges theory and real-world impact.

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Global Impact

We collaborate with governments, courts, and NGOs across the world to design and improve conflict resolution systems.

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Teaching & Training

We offer among the country’s broadest range of courses and trainings for current UC Law SF students and professionals.

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WHY CNDR?

A Legacy of Excellence

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RANKED AMONG
THE NATION’S BEST		 AWARD-WINNING PROGRAMS GLOBALLY
RECOGNIZED		 LOUISE OTIS
AWARD		 MOOT COURT
CHAMPIONS
Consistently recognized asa top ADR law school by US News & World Report Awarded the Ninth
Circuit Education Award
(2007 and 2018)		 Trained hundreds of professionals across five continents Winner for Excellence
in Mediation Education
in 2011 and in 2013		 Our ADR Team consistently
wins national and
international competitions

International Mediation Development & Leadership Institute (IMDLI)

Launched with the JAMS Foundation, IMDLI brings together judges, scholars, and mediators from around the world to design, implement, and scale mediation systems.

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Developing practical skills in real-world settings

ADR Team

Our student ADR Team competes nationally and internationally, representing CNDR and UC Law SF with distinction in negotiation and mediation competitions.

The Mediation Clinic

As a joint program of CNDR and Community Justice Clinics, UC Law SF students mediate real disputes in local courts and agencies—with full supervision.

EXPLORE STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
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Innovative scholarship driving meaningful change

Faculty Research Highlights

Our faculty are advancing new thinking on AI, DEI, community engagement, and justice system reform.

ADR Speaker Series

Influential thought leaders from around the country and abroad,
present new ideas and cutting edge research.

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Shaping the profession globally

The India Project

UC Law SF is working with India’s National Law School of India University (Bangalore) to develop new ADR educational programs across Indian law schools.

IMDLI

Launched with the JAMS Foundation, IMDLI brings together judges, scholars, and mediators from around the world to design, implement, and scale mediation systems.

EXPLORE OUR GLOBAL IMPACT

Upcoming Events

Fundamentals of Mediation

A 40-hour basic mediation training program, including certificate of completion and optional MCLE credit. The UC Law SF Center for Negotiation and Dispute Resolution (CNDR) presents its’ annual 40-hour comprehensive […]

Mar 2
Event Date March 2nd
8:30 am
Event Location 198-213

Fundamentals of Mediation

    A 40-hour basic mediation training program, including certificate of completion and optional MCLE credit. The UC Law SF Center for Negotiation and Dispute Resolution (CNDR) presents its’ annual 40-hour […]

Aug 31
Event Date August 31st
8:30 am
Event Location Deb Colloquium Room

International Mediation and Leadership Development Institute (IMDLI)

The UC Law San Francisco Center for Negotiation and Dispute Resolution (CNDR), at the University of California College of Law, San Francisco, in partnership with the JAMS Foundation, is proud […]

Sep 14
Event Date September 14th
8:00 am
Event Location 333 Deb Colloquium and Sky Deck, 5th Floor Cotchett Law Center

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Center for Negotiation and Dispute Resolution
UC Law San Francisco
198 McAllister Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
Email: cndr@uclawsf.edu
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