Most lawsuits do not go to trial, but instead come to an end when the parties settle the case either informally or in mediation. Have you ever wondered why litigants behave the way they do when settling cases? How are those decisions made and how does outside counsel influence those internal "fight or flight" instincts? This panel will discuss the science behind the psychology involved in settlement and mediation, and then explore how the various parties can use that knowledge to obtain the best result possible. We will discuss how to use this information from the perspective of a litigator, mediator, in-house counsel, and jury psychologist.