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[Webinar] When Should Your Business Consider Mediation? - October 16th, 9:00 am - 9:30 am ET

Despite the common belief, not all legal action is resolved in a courtroom setting. Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution that can be used in most non-criminal cases, including disputes involving contracts,...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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Empowering Through Inclusion: International Women’s Day

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What better day than today, International Women’s Day, to emphasize the importance of creating inclusive environments where women from all backgrounds feel valued, respected and empowered. Organizations can advance...more

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Honoring Women’s History Month: JAMS Neutrals Reflect on Their Careers and Provide Words of Wisdom for Future Generations...

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In this podcast, JAMS neutrals Hon. Karen Brown Willcutts (Former), FCIArb; Hon. Gail S. Tusan, Senior Judge; and Hon. Judith Fabricant (Ret.) discuss their remarkable careers in recognition of Women’s History Month. The...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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“My Story” Featuring Laura C. Abrahamson, Esq., FCIArb

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Laura Abrahamson’s legal career began at Gibson Dunn & Crutcher after she double-majored in accounting and finance and earned a business degree from UC Berkeley. Her goal was to be a transactional lawyer doing mergers and...more

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“My Story” Featuring Lisa Love

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Lisa Love's journey into the legal world began during her formative years. Her passion led her to intern at the Securities and Exchange Commission during her tenure at Georgetown Law School. After her academic endeavors, she...more

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“My Story” Featuring Robin H. Gise, Esq.

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A video snapshot of JAMS mediator, arbitrator and hearing officer Robin Gise. Ms. Gise joined JAMS in 2015 as a skilled mediator and arbitrator with extensive experience resolving complex employment and labor disputes. ...more

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“My Story” Featuring Hon. Elizabeth D. Laporte (Ret.)

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A video snapshot of JAMS mediator, arbitrator, special master/referee and neutral evaluator Elizabeth D. Laporte - Judge Laporte joined JAMS after more than two decades as a United States magistrate judge for the Northern...more

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“My Story” Featuring Patricia H. Thompson, Esq.

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A video snapshot of JAMS mediator and arbitrator Patricia Thompson - Patricia H. Thompson, Esq., joined JAMS after 46 years of trial, arbitration and appellate practice. She uses her experience and preparation to help all...more

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Big Dreams and Open Doors: The Importance of Women’s History Month

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Women’s History Month is a chance to reflect on the accomplishments of women in the legal profession and their import on our journey today. As I settle into my journey at JAMS as the first Black woman to join the JAMS...more

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“My Story” Featuring Hon. Randa M. Trapp (Ret.)

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A video snapshot of JAMS mediator and arbitrator Randa Trapp - Professional Journey - Judge Trapp joined JAMS after serving 18 years on the San Diego Superior Court, including 10 years in the civil division, where she...more

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“My Story” Featuring Faith Ireland (Retired Judge, Washington Supreme Court) - A video snapshot of JAMS mediator and arbitrator...

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The Pursuit of Gender Equality - Justice Faith Ireland’s legal journey started 50 years ago as a trial lawyer after she graduated from Willamette University College of Law as only one of two women in her class. During...more

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“My Story” Featuring Mercedes Armas Bach (Retired Judge, 11th Judicial Circuit) - A video snapshot of JAMS mediator and arbitrator...

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Discovering a Passion for ADR - Ms. Bach’s legal professional journey started one year after graduating from law school, when she inherited a law practice from an attorney she had been working with. While building a...more

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“My Story” Featuring Rebekah Ratliff, CCLS - A video snapshot of JAMS mediator and arbitrator Rebekah Ratliff

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Rebekah is a credentialed complex commercial insurance claims professional with more than 25 years of experience in evaluating, negotiating and settling complex casualty claims loss matters nationwide and internationally,...more

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[Podcast] Where does the insurance industry sit now on racial issues?

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In a recent episode of Insurance Business Talk, JAMS neutral Rebekah Ratliff speaks with host Paul Lucas on her experience as a Black woman in the insurance industry and where the industry is now in terms of issues relating...more

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Women’s History Month: Women in Law and ADR - Celebrating Our Progress and Committing to Do More

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As a female litigator, a judge for over two decades and now a mediator, arbitrator, special master and neutral evaluator at JAMS, I look back with pride on the advances we have made, while being aware of the need for more...more

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Behind the Screens: Challenges for Working Mothers During the Pandemic and the Impact on ADR

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This year Women’s History Month coincides with the one-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic. There could not be a better time to discuss how women, and especially mothers, have been affected by the pandemic. In the past...more

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Room for Opportunities – The Power of #Networked

I recently came across a meme that said, “Surround yourself with women who would mention your name in a room full of opportunities.” The quote (which was not attributed to anyone) struck me, because without hesitation I...more

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