Diversity in ADR

“I’m drawn to this work because it’s practical, impactful and infused with a sense of humanity that is often absent in contentious litigation.” In this JAMS Q&A, Jordana ("Jordy") Harris Feldman, Esq. discusses her background as a neutral designing and running extremely sensitive, high-profile compensation programs to resolve mass claims outside of court. https://hubs.la/Q03clLTt0 #womenshistorymonth #diversity #adr

Join JAMS neutrals Hon. Heather A. Welch (Ret.); Denise Langford Morris, Retired Judge, Oakland County Circuit Court; Joan Kessler, JD, PhD; and JAMS Diversity Fellow Maryam Hatcher, Esq., at the NAWJ 2025 Midyear Meeting as they participate in the panel Making the Move: Best Practices, Ethics & Tips to Transition to ADR. JAMS is proud to sponsor this National Association of Women Judges event. https://hubs.la/Q03bZ32m0 #NAWJ #michiganlaw #adr

“Before you display your artwork, so to speak, think about practicing your presentation on others to obtain different viewpoints . . . take advantage of different voices and use them to help you switch out different templates for what you might have had in mind originally.” S. Karen Bamberger, Esq. discusses what reframing artwork taught her about advocacy, perspective and the power of framing in ADR. https://hubs.ly/Q03bXzHH0 #WomensHistoryMonth #Diversity #ADR

Join JAMS neutrals Hon. Ariel E. Belen (Ret.), FCIArb, Hon. Philip S. Gutierrez (Ret.), Gilbert K. Squires, P.E., BCS, FCCA, DCIArb, and Hon. Gail Tusan Washington, Senior Judge, along with Director of Diversity Outreach Joanne Saint Louis at the HNBA/VIA 2025 Corporate Counsel Conference (CCC2025). JAMS is proud to sponsor this Hispanic National Bar Association event, which brings together top legal minds, industry leaders, and rising stars for networking, dynamic discussions, and career-building insights. https://hubs.ly/Q03bpV4l0 #hnba #CCC2025 #adr

“The power of inspiration is that it does not stop with us—it moves us to act, to lift others up and to build a future where equity is not an aspiration but a reality.” In celebration of International Women’s Day, JAMS CEO & President Kimberly Taylor, Esq. reflects on the actions we can each take to help accelerate progress in our sphere of influence. https://hubs.la/Q039-3b70 #internationalwomensday #diversity #adr

JAMS congratulates Prof. Angela Downes, Esq., on being named one of the Top 50 Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs of Texas by d-mars.com. She is recognized for her trailblazing career in law, education, policy reform, and mediation, making a lasting impact in both the legal and academic communities. https://hubs.la/Q039l0c80 #mediation #arbitration #legalexcellence #diversityinlaw

Join JAMS neutrals Laura Abrahamson, FCIArb, Cristina Pereyra-Alvarez, and Hon. Glenda Sanders (Ret.) for California International Arbitration Week. JAMS is proud to sponsor this Litigation Section of the California Lawyers Association and California Arbitration (CalArb) event, which will feature discussions on arbitration rules, diversity in arbitration, and the intersection of ADR with emerging technologies like AI. https://hubs.la/Q038TKB_0 #internationalarbitration #calarb #internationallaw #adr

The theme for National Women's History Month in 2025 is "Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations". Please join JAMS in celebrating women who have inspired generations through their leadership, mentorship and education. https://hubs.la/Q0391F1c0 #womenshistorymonth #diversity #adr

JAMS congratulates Hon. Clifton B. Newman (Ret.) on receiving the President’s Professionalism & Civility Award from the South Carolina Bar. This award was created to honor Judge Newman’s dedication to fairness, civility, and respect throughout his legal career. He served for over 23 years on the South Carolina Circuit Court, presiding over high-profile cases before joining JAMS in 2024. Read more: https://hubs.la/Q038S0GR0 #legalexcellence #southcarolinalaw #adr

"One of my proudest achievements is having the honor of being the first Caribbean-born person and woman of color to lead the [New York City] Law Department, a role that allowed me to pave the way for future generations." In this JAMS Q&A, Hon. Sylvia O. Hinds-Radix (Ret.) discusses her legal career highlights, her mediation and arbitration style, and the advice that helped shape her success. https://lnkd.in/g_GFRPic #blackhistorymonth #diversity #newyorklaw