​The Annual Northwest Dispute Resolution Conference has been jointly organized and presented by the Washington State Bar Association's Alternative Dispute Resolution Section and the University of Washington School of Law since it was first held in 1993. Every year, the conference features a wide variety of dispute resolution topics in more than 50 sessions covering negotiation, mediation, arbitration, communication, and other skills applicable to dispute resolution and conflict engagement.
​Attorneys, mediators, ombudspeople, advocates in mediation and arbitration, human resources professionals, students, and anyone involved or interested in conflict resolution who has a commitment to helping others resolve disputes with dignity.
​Since its inception in 1993, the Northwest Dispute Resolution Conference has offered timely and relevant programming to promote the use of dispute resolution and conflict engagement. Every year, it provides compelling presentations and practical skills for attorney advocates, mediators, and other professionals. Attendees of the Northwest Dispute Resolution Conference praise the quality of the presentations and the high level of organization, citing “the wide variety of topics”, “the practical advice from experienced mediators”, and “the great and inspiring speakers.” In addition, the conference has become a much-anticipated and invaluable networking opportunity for speakers and attendees.