JAMS is the premier provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services, handling more than 21,000 cases annually. With nearly 500 neutrals and 29 locations, JAMS delivers efficient, cost-effective and impartial solutions for business and legal disputes at any stage of conflict. Since its founding in 1979, its distinguished panel has included retired federal and state court judges, former litigators, transactional attorneys and other ADR professionals with deep industry and practice area experience. JAMS offers customized in-person, virtual and hybrid resolution services to provide a seamless experience through concierge-level client care, highly skilled case managers and advanced technology.Building on this foundation, JAMS Pathways provides organizations with early conflict resolution, facilitation and training, helping teams prevent disputes before they escalate.With a legacy of trust and innovation, JAMS helps parties find the way forward so they can focus on what matters most.

Website

http://www.jamsadr.com

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Industry

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Company size

501-1,000 employees

Headquarters

Irvine, CA

Type

Privately Held

Founded

1979

Specialties

Arbitration and Mediation, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Conflict Resolution, Legal Practice, Arbitration, Mediation, ADR, Legal Services, Dispute Resolution, International Arbitration, International Mediation, and Cross Border Dispute Resolution

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  Join JAMS neutrals Hon.John Mott (Ret.) and Hon. Gregory M. Sleet (Ret.) for Strategic ADR – Advanced Techniques for Complex Disputes, an advanced CLE program presented by theNew York State Bar Association.This session will provide seasoned litigators and in-house counsel with sophisticated strategies for mediating complex, high-stakes disputes, including how to effectively engage mediators, prepare clients, and apply underutilized ADR tools such as mock trials and neutral evaluations.Registration link in the comments.#JAMSEvents#CLEPrograms

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  In this live-recorded conversation on the Good Morning HR podcast, veteran mediator andJAMS neutralGary Fowler, Esq. offers valuable insight into how using ADR strategies to resolve workplace conflict can reduce risk, protect relationships, and save time and resources.Blog linked in the comments.#JAMSInsights#ADR

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  JoinJAMS neutrals Hon.Shashi Kewalramani (Ret.) and Hon. Stuart M. Rice (Ret.) at the 2025Trial Lawyers of Mass Torts Bench and Bar Conference, where judges, attorneys, and thought leaders will explore the evolving landscape of mass torts and class actions. They will participate in the Judicial Roundtable discussing “Discovery Issues and the Meet and Confer Process,” an interactive session focused on improving communication, cooperation, and efficiency in discovery. Registration link in the comments.#JAMSEvents

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  “As courts continue to refine their scrutiny of wage and hour class settlements, practitioners must remain diligent in crafting agreements that not only meet legal standards but also serve the genuine interests of the class.” Hon. Kenneth R. Freeman (Ret.) offers insights gained from nearly 15 years of presiding over such cases on the Los Angeles Superior Court.Article linked in the comments.#JAMSInsights#ADR

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  JoinJAMS neutralsJudge Bernice Donald (Ret.) andHon. Mary Colleen Roberts (Ret.) at the 2025 ALM General Counsel Conference East, the premier gathering for general counsel, legal executives, and industry professionals focused on growth, innovation, and excellence. They will lead the session “Managing Mass Arbitrations: What to Do When Arbitration Becomes the New Class Action," offering practical insights on how in-house legal teams can prepare for and respond to the growing trend of mass arbitrations. Registration link in the comments.#JAMSEvents

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  Please join us in welcoming John B. Miller, Esq., LL.M., Ph.D. to our panel in Boston!Dr. Miller joins JAMS bringing more than four decades of experience in the construction industry as a globally recognized attorney, professor of civil engineering at MIT, evaluator, and seasoned arbitrator and mediator.Press release linked in the comments.#JAMSNeutral#ADR

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  In this clip, Sean F. Cox, Retired Chief Judge, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, discusses how his work with JAMS allows him to take a more creative and personalized approach to alternative dispute resolution, helping parties find a path toward resolution that truly works for them.Judge Cox's biography linked in the comments.#JAMSThroughTheLens#ADR

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  This episode of The Mediation Table podcast offers tactical insight into resolving employment conflicts in an increasingly high-stakes environment.JAMS neutrals,Donna Marie Melby, Esq.,Stephen Sonnenberg, Esq. andGary Fowler, Esq. share their perspectives on effective mediation strategies.Episode linked in the comments.#JAMSPodcast#ADR

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  JoinJAMS at the 2025 NAPABA Convention, presented by theNAPABA (National Asian Pacific American Bar Association), taking place at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel.JAMS is proud to sponsor this premier gathering of legal professionals, offering opportunities for networking, professional development, and collaboration. FeaturedJAMS presenters includeShirish Gupta,Marc Fong, Esq.,Chris M. Kwok, Esq., andHon. Dean Lum (ret.)Registration link in the comments.#JAMSEvents

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  AI tools are increasingly being used to streamline the arbitration process. While there are clear benefits, there are also concerns about reliability, ethics and more. Read more in this Mealey's report from prominent arbitration professionals, includingJAMS neutralCynthia Cwik, Esq., FCIArb.Article linked in the comments.#JAMSInsights#AI

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