Peter Catalanotti (Partner-San Francisco, CA) co-presented “Dial M for Mediation: Where Drama Meets Resolution” at the ABA Fall 2025 National Legal Malpractice Conference, held September 10–12, 2025, in Rancho Mirage, California. Mediating legal malpractice claims presents unique challenges – complex legal issues, heightened emotions, reputational risk, and the delicate balance of zealous defense while managing client expectations. But what separates a successful mediation from a frustrating stalemate? Both young lawyers new to mediation and seasoned lawyers looking to refine their skills, learn how to sharpen mediation strategy, avoid common pitfalls, and turn drama and conflict into resolution.