At Summit ADR Academy, our mission is to empower legal and insurance professionals with the skills to navigate complex disputes. We foster a culture of professionalism, excellence, and creativity in negotiation and mediation—ensuring our clients thrive in this high-stakes environment.
Every professional’s journey is different, and your training should reflect that. Our programs are designed around your specific challenges and goals, ensuring that no two experiences are ever the same. With a personal coach guiding your progress, you’ll receive targeted feedback and strategies that strengthen your effectiveness and improve dispute resolution outcomes.
Theory alone won’t prepare you for high-stakes disputes. That’s why we use lifelike case studies and role-play exercises that mirror the complexity of real negotiations. These scenarios give you the chance to test strategies, adapt under pressure, and gain practical experience that translates directly into your work.
Real growth requires the freedom to practice without pressure. We provide a private, judgment-free space where you can experiment, make mistakes, and refine your approach. This supportive setting builds the confidence you need to step into real negotiations fully prepared.
The ability to read people is just as critical as understanding the issues. Our training sharpens your awareness of behaviors, reactions, and underlying interests — both your own and others’. By building this insight, you’ll be equipped to manage tense moments with clarity, empathy, and professionalism.
Our programs are built with busy professionals in mind. With 24/7 access on any device, you can learn when it works best for you. Each course is focused and efficient, designed to maximize progress in the least amount of time while respecting your experience and schedule.
Training is only valuable if the skills stay with you. Our step-by-step framework and ongoing practice opportunities reinforce your learning until it becomes second nature. The result: confidence that endures long after the program ends — and carries into every negotiation you face.
Summit ADR Academy is led by nationally recognized trial attorneys, mediators, and educators with decades of experience in litigation, negotiation, and dispute resolution.
Co-founders Michael Siboni, Rick Alimonti, and Edward Montoya bring diverse legal expertise and a shared commitment to raising the standard of professional conflict resolution. Their backgrounds in law, insurance, and business give our programs the depth and perspective needed to prepare professionals for the challenges of modern dispute resolution.