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Judge Clifton Newman's Impactful Legal Career and Transition to JAMS

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Although Judge Clifton Newman has served 24 years on the South Carolina Circuit Court, most of the country knows him best as the judge who presided over the criminal trial of Richard Alexander Murdaugh last year. During the...more

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5 Questions to Ask Before You Choose an Arbitrator

You’re representing a client in a case that is going to arbitration. You may already have a potential arbitrator (or more than one) in mind, but before you move forward with scheduling the arbitration, it’s smart to consider...more

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Why You Do You Resonates With Me When Resolving Disputes

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“You do you.” This has become one of my new favorite sayings, as my spouse can attest. In fact, his birthday card to me this year had this phrase on the front because I frequently invoke these words as a mantra. As I enter my...more

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The Hidden Power of Representation in Leadership

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Since joining JAMS at the end of last year, I’ve been thinking a lot about the undeniable power of Black representation in leadership. My predecessor, Mark Smalls, recently shared a profound insight: "What they see is what...more

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My Story Featuring Hon Annette Rizzo

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Judge Annette Rizzo felt a profound connection to the law from a young age. "I really wanted to be part of that system. I wanted to be a mouthpiece for people who could not speak for themselves," she recalls, revealing her...more

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[Event] 14th Annual Advanced Forum on Managed Care Disputes and Litigation - March 29th - 30th, Chicago, IL

Hosted by ACI, 14th Annual Advanced Forum on Managed Care Disputes and Litigation returns for another exciting year with curated programming that will help you make sense of these developments, and their profound impact on...more

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“My Story” Featuring N. Damali Peterman, Esq.

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A video snapshot of JAMS mediator, arbitrator and ombudsman Damali Peterman - Damali Peterman joined JAMS with over 20 years of ADR experience, with a focus on business and commercial insurance, employment, international...more

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[PODCAST] “At JAMS, we learn from each other.” How the JAMS Institute has Turned JAMS into an ADR Leader in DE&I, Ethics and...

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In this podcast, JAMS Institute executive director, Rich Birke, and associate director and neutral, Deirdre Gallagher, give listeners an inside look at the training arm of JAMS. They discuss how the JAMS Institute has evolved...more

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“My Story” Featuring Hon. James L. Warren (Ret.)

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A video snapshot of JAMS mediator, arbitrator and special master/referee James L. Warren - Judge Warren joined JAMS in 2006 after an extensive legal career and having served as a superior court judge in San Francisco for...more

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“My Story” Featuring Amb. (Ret.) David Huebner, C.Arb

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A video snapshot of JAMS mediator, arbitrator and special master/referee David Huebner - Amb. (Ret.) David Huebner, C.Arb, joined JAMS following 25 years of arbitration and intellectual property practice. An...more

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Lack Of Diversity In FINRA Arbitration Panels, Or, How Many Old, White Guys Does It Take To Hear A Case?

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Let me say at the outset that I, myself, am an old (by most people’s definition, anyway), white man. So, selfishly, I’ve got nothing against old, white men. But, the fact is that FINRA arbitration panels are...more

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“My Story” Featuring Hon. Risë Jones Pichon (Ret.)

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A video snapshot of JAMS mediator and arbitrator Risë Jones Pichon - Hon. Risë Jones Pichon (Ret.) joined JAMS after a distinguished judicial career spanning more than 35 years. Most recently, she was a superior court...more

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ICSID Releases Caseload Statistics for Record Year 2021

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On February 7th, 2022, the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) published the latest edition of its Caseload Statistics, confirming the strong demand for ICSID Arbitration despite challenges...more

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[Video] The Important Role of Diversity in International Arbitration - Discussions on how promoting diversity in ADR helps...

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In this video, captured during JAMS’ 2021 “Cocktails and Conversations” event on diversity in international arbitration, leading international arbitration practitioners discuss the crucial role diversity plays in dispute...more

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ADR and Diversity in the Life Sciences Sector

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The COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent rush to develop life-saving vaccines have posed enormous challenges for practitioners in all areas of the life sciences and health care industries, including those whose area of focus...more

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“My Story” Featuring Cristina Pereyra-Alvarez, Retired Judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Florida - A video snapshot of JAMS mediator...

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Cristina Pereyra-Alvarez started her professional journey in Mexico City, where she earned her first law degree from Universidad Anahuac. Shortly after graduating from law school, she came to the United States and pursued a...more

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Cultural Diversity: Beyond the Golden Rule

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On a regular basis, I mediate and arbitrate disputes involving people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Communication breakdowns bog down mediations and arbitrations in general, but where cultural diversity is an issue, all...more

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“My Story” Featuring Bernard Taylor - A video snapshot of JAMS neutral Bernard Taylor

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After a nearly 40-year legal career at Alston & Bird, where he was chair of the firm’s Management Committee and the Products Liability Group, Bernard Taylor, Sr., joined JAMS. Mr. Taylor focuses on mass torts, complex...more

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[Podcast] Being Bold: Broadening the ADR Diversity and Inclusion Landscape

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In a recent episode of “Resolutions: A Podcast about Dispute Resolution and Prevention,” JAMS Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer Mark Smalls speaks with host Kimberly A. Cook about the increasing focus on DEI in...more

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[PODCAST] Diversity in ADR and Creating Access to Justice

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A podcast from JAMS in celebration of Black History Month, featuring diversity program manager Joanne Saint Louis, and neutrals Otis McGee and Rebekah Ratliff. In this new podcast from JAMS, neutrals Otis McGee and Rebekah...more

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Diversity in ADR: Time for Another Uncomfortable Conversation

It’s time to put down the press release and get to work to spur transformational change in the industry once and for all. Can I let you in on a little secret? We’re not impressed with your corporate statement about...more

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Q&A with Hon. Charles N. Clevert, Jr. (Ret.)

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Tell us about your legal career prior to joining JAMS. My legal career began in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, where I worked as an assistant district attorney charging and trying criminal cases before courts and juries....more

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Q&A with Hon. Gail S. Tusan, Senior Judge

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Please provide a snapshot of your legal career prior to joining JAMS. I served as a general jurisdiction trial judge in Georgia for almost 30 years on the municipal, state and superior court benches. Prior to my judicial...more

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Two Heads Are Better Than One: Double Hatting and Its Impact On Diversity In International Arbitration

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In recent years there has been increasing focus on arbitrators also acting as counsel, a practice known commonly as ‘double hatting’ or ‘dual hatting.’ This can result, for example, in arbitrators appearing as counsel before...more

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Making the Case for Greater Diversity in ADR

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There is no doubt - we are living in turbulent times. A persistent question is the diversity and inclusiveness of our society. This hotly debated topic is being discussed in all corners of our country. And the legal...more

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